FAMILY // THE AMES

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16 February 2015

I craft intentional, heartfelt portraits that capture life’s quiet and joyful moments across San Diego.

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I’ve been excited about this session for awhile! You see, I had a session with the Ames family in November when Tonya was 8 months (and might I mention looking fab!). I was so so excited for her and Kurt for the soon-to-be birth of their little girl! But what I was excited more than ever for was for little Eleanor to be a big sister. I just love seeing little kids adjusting to being the big brother or sister of the family. “Mommy, can I do this?” “Daddy, is this okay?” “Why is she breathing?” “Why is she so small?” It’s simply adorable!!

Little Beatrice was born in December, making her about 7 weeks old at our session at the Ames home. She was such a good baby, so attentive to her big sister, or to watching lips as her mom or dad talked to her. She’s a total doll in a truly blessed family. Tonya + Kurt, a huge congrats to you guys on your beautiful expanding family <3
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  1. […] they welcome cute little Beatrice to the family!! Watching the sisters interact, even from the last time I saw them, is so fun! Having them in front of my camera makes life so easy. Their chemistry is real. Their […]

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With an eye for detail and a heart for connection, I specialize in refined and intentional portraits. From families and newborns to engagements and milestones, my work is guided by emotional storytelling — capturing honest moments and meaningful connection through luminous, editorial imagery. I value natural light and thoughtful composition, creating photographs that feel artful, elevated, and deeply personal.

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