http://www.rachellebsmith.com Thu, 17 Feb 2011 04:18:21 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en I joined Pamela and her family for an early morning session at one of L.A.'s favorite locations, Griffith Park. We started off at the Observatory and took in all of the great lines of this famous structure. It was a super-hazy morning, but eventually the sun broke through as we ... http://www.rachellebsmith.com/young-ones/griffith-park-getaway-family-photographer-los-angeles-ca/ I had another amazing session with one of my favorite families! I have been photographing Chricel since she was a tiny newborn, just 8 days old. Then she was 3 months, then 6 months--suddenly she's 9 months old! She is pure sunshine and it warms my heart to see her ... http://www.rachellebsmith.com/young-ones/sunshine-family-photographer-claremont-ca/ My first session of the New Year! I met up with Lucille and her adorable almost one-year old at a neighborhood park in their town of El Segundo. It was great to be back behind the lens capturing the smiles of new faces! "Junior" was a doll and so easy ... http://www.rachellebsmith.com/young-ones/mommy-family-photographer-el-segundo-ca/ A new year and new faces! But before I share a sneak peek of my first session of the year, I would like to thank all of my wonderful families and clients for letting me into their lives last year. All the smiles and laughter have enriched my life and ... http://www.rachellebsmith.com/young-ones/2010-year-review-announcements/ Despite the gray skies and ominous clouds, Justina and her family brought their own sunshine to a fun session at the Claremont Colleges. They wanted to capture some shots to share with family and friends, and that we did. Here they are, all smiles. :) Oh--and did I mention they ... http://www.rachellebsmith.com/families/justina-family-family-photographer-claremont-ca/ Wow--it's so hard to believe how quickly our little ones grow in the blink of an eye. And little Miss Chricel is no exception. I've had the pleasure of capturing her from her newborn days and I am simply blessed to be a part of this monumental first year! :) ... http://www.rachellebsmith.com/young-ones/chrissy-6-months-childrens-photographer-orange-ca/ This year has been absolutely amazing filled with wonderful families, babies, children, smiles, and lots of laughter! If you haven't had a chance to schedule your own portrait session yet, please note that 2010 is now completely booked. I *AM*, however, very excited to be offering my Holiday Mini-Sessions for those ... http://www.rachellebsmith.com/announcements/booking-february-2011-announcements/ Oh, happy Monday. There’s nothing like a whirlwind weekend that makes it so hard to get up on Monday mornings. Especially when you have to work on a perfectly good Columbus Day! Here’s the weekend re-cap: We attended a wedding on Saturday. It was great. Colin enjoyed seeing his cousins and running around ... http://www.rachellebsmith.com/everyday/photo-booth-fun-everyday/ HOLIDAY MINI SESSIONS HAVE ARRIVED!! You've waited all year long. And they're finally here! HOLIDAY MINI SESSIONS are the perfect opportunity to capture your family's smiles for all those Holiday cards. Don't leave yourself scrambling at the last minute. I'm offering only a LIMITED NUMBER of mini sessions on each ... http://www.rachellebsmith.com/young-ones/2010-holiday-mini-sessions/ If there was ever a beautiful, glowing mother-to-be, Christine would most surely win a prize. I had the privilege to photograph her maternity session with her gorgeous family during the first weekend of Fall. This is my second session with the V Family and I am thrilled to watch them ... http://www.rachellebsmith.com/young-ones/waiting-mallory-maternity-photographer-west-covina-ca/