Here’s what I’ve been up to this week! 🙂

Summer 2011…Hume Lake.  It doesn’t get any better than this!

It’s difficult to photograph babies that aren’t sitting up yet.  Especially with their older siblings.  In this case, I had a super sweet big sister that was able to hold him, but sometimes a big sister’s arms can get tired or sometimes you’re not so lucky to have a big sister.  So, I rely on baskets.  It’s the perfect way to prop up a baby.  Siblings can get close and interact without having the pressure of NOT BREAKING THE BABY. 🙂

If a basket isn’t available, I’ll have everyone lie down.  OR…if the baby falls asleep and is not longer able to sit up on their own.

February 2  3:00-4:20pm  Classic Valentine Photo Shoot in Seal Beach

Details:  $100 for a 20 minute session ($200 minimum order required)  There’s only 5 spots available for this location.  Email me at info@kristineldridge.com to reserve your time slot.

15-20 images will be proofed for you to order from.  Each order will receive a complimentary valentine in digital form (5×7 size)  for you to print.  If you want to get all crafty, check out this handmade candy valentine you can make.  Click here.

Here are the choices for the custom valentines.  The color and the text is your choice.

January 31 9:00 am – 10:00am  Once Upon a Time Photo Shoot in Lakewood

Details:  $100 for a 20 minute session ($200 minimum order required)  There’s only 3 spots available for this location.  Email me at info@kristineldridge.com to reserve your time slot.

15-20 images will be proofed for you to order from.  Each order will receive a complimentary valentine in digital form (5×7 size)  for you to print.  If you want to get all crafty, check out this handmade candy valentine you can make.  Click here.

I’ll bring paper mache mushrooms and pendants to hang in the trees!  You can use as many or little of the props as you like. The morning light filters in beautifully at this location!

Here are the choices for the custom valentines.  The color and the text is your choice.

Almost a year ago, I photographed Colin with his big sister Zoe.  I love when toddler siblings give me such honest expressions…the new baby is greeted with great curiosity!

Colin was so agreeable…hello baby number 3!  This shot of him on the vintage suitcase is one of my favorites.  Not all newborns will fall asleep on a hard surface like this…only the deep sleepers. 🙂

Here’s a bit of what I’ve been up to lately…

About 6 months ago, I photographed my good friend Laura’s baby Lincoln.  I love working with her because she pushes me out of my comfort zone.  And this time it would be getting a newborn to balance on a not-so-cuddly ottoman from West Elm.  Oh yeah, and add in a toddler.  We rocked it out and it was worth all the blood, sweat and tears!

Now that Lincoln is coming up on 6 months, it’s fun to see how he and Hudson interact together.  Even from the start, Hudson was super into his little bro.