2009 - Bay Area Photorapher

Sunday, December 27, 2009

Hi Guys! Sorry for the lack of communication these last few weeks!

We are here...celebrating with the family, buying/wrapping/giving gifts, catching up with old friends, and getting ready for a little trip to So Cal and then Roseville :) (Wish us luck please...the last time we took a 5 hr drive with the little dude...he was ONE! I'm mentally preparing myself)

Before we go though, I am determined to tie up all the loose ends on the business side. So, dear clients...you'll be hearing from me today or tomorrow!

And so....2009 has come and gone! What an amazing year...too many things to list...but let me just say HAPPY NEW YEAR! Thank you for visiting us every day....you are who we write for!

And on that note...last image share of 2009 from our last maternity session....beautiful M&B
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So many exciting plans and ideas for 2010! I can't wait to share them with you.....see you all in a few wks!
~V

(p.s. although I will not be updating the blog until the 1st or 2nd of January..I will be available to clients via email...so don't hesitate!)

Happy Merry Everything - Bay Area Photographer

Friday, December 25, 2009

As you spend time with family and friends, reflect on the year that has past and look forward to the next....We want to wish you a Happy Holiday Season!

May you be Happy
May you be Well
May you be Loved
And may you Love

Since most of our loved ones should have received their cards at this point....here is a Virtual Card for all of you!

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A final thought.....this is the year that Isaac learned about Santa! With the promise of Santa coming after he went to sleep with presents...the little guy almost ran upstairs to get ready for bed. Woohooo, score one for Santa (uhh, i mean V&J)

~V

Great Expectations - Bay Area Maternity Photographer

Monday, December 21, 2009

Every time I get in my car to head to another session...I feel those butterflies. The anticipation of something new...you'd think that after three years it would be no big deal. But that's not true! Every time is exciting, nerve-wrecking...and FUN. And it's what I love! Because I get to meet people like this....

Sunday morning it was my absolute pleasure to photograph one of the kindest funniest couples I've met. As soon as I spoke to M on the phone, i knew it would be fun working with her...and I was right! Little did I know that B was going to be awesome too! It was a cold and cloudy day (for the most part) and the University was deserted....we walked all over stopping everywhere for a few shots! It was so much fun...and allowed me to re-discover my love for this particular location :) I tell ya...I'm a lucky girl!

M&B...Enjoy your sneak peek! Can't wait to see you all again in Feb :)

The way they look at each other....kinda makes my heart sing :)
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Not Fair! Just not fair to be this gorgeous when you are in wk 31!!!
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Sigh....beautiful
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I think B&M were a little concerned about my excitement for this wall...but seriously...how did I not see it before..the previous hundred times I've shot at Stanford?
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At this point during our session...B was pretty much a pro
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This was my last official session for 2009...and what a great way to wind down a fantastic year!
Happy Holidays Friends!

~V

Three - Bay Area Photographer

Friday, December 18, 2009

Today....he is Three:

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3 Yrs ago today (4:18am to be exact) a little blond bundle of Joy came into our lives. All 9lbs 4 Oz of him.

And today....well...today....he is a BOY. Not a baby, not a toddler..but a boy!

A Boy who loves to laugh and sing and dance and play with his trucks and trains...
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A Boy who loves to give kisses and hugs to his family AND his friends
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A Boy who is always one the move (so a moment like this is very rare)
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A Boy who is loved by many...who has a kind heart....and a sweet dimpled smile....

Happy Birthday Isaac!!! You light up our lives every day.

(A few shots from his birthday celebration at school this morning)

Singing Happy Birthday with his teacher in music class
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WOHOO, here comes cake
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He's a pro
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Tis the Season - Bay Area Photographer

Thursday, December 17, 2009

Hi Everyone! It's been a slow few days here on the blog...you know how it is..holidays, birthdays, work, etc :) Don't worry, I miss you all and am coming back very soon with lots'o'stuff to share!

But i had to pop on to talk about our morning here at Casa De Duren...

We finally had a chance to put the tree up! Isaac even decorated it :) He did great...for the most part..we did have an unfortunate broken penguin incident. But nevertheless...check it out!

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Not bad, eh? Now we just have to get some presents under it...there is WAY too much empty space.

Oh, HI Internet! That's me in the blue..haha!
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Product Feature: Accordian Album - Bay Area Photographer

Saturday, December 12, 2009

I've been wanting to blog about this for ages, but as you know...it's been busy busy! Well, this nasty wet weather has caused me to reschedule some sessions this weekend, so this seems like the perfect time to feature this gorgeous little Gift!

Yep, you heard me right...I said GIFT! With the purchase of our 'Elite' Collection or monetary equivalent you will receive TWO 3x3 custom designed Accordion Albums. I can't tell you how much I love these babies. They are the perfect way to show off your session to family and friends...OR as a little gift for those grandmas and grandpas who would love nothing more then a little album to show off their grand kids!

Here we go...
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You have the option of a custom photo cover or a fabulous leather cover (black or red)
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Magnetic closure, so you don't have to worry about them opening in your purse
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LOVE!
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Hugs to all!
~V

Portrait Party - The Finale ~ Bay Area Photographer

Friday, December 11, 2009

You know, it's kind of amazing! As a lot of you know, I was born and lived in Russia until I was about 10. Justin was born and grew up in Minnesota. And in the Winter..it was cold...like, really...COLD. So you'd think that this tiny little California freeze we're having would be no big deal...right? OH...so wrong...we've been freeeezzzing over here! Both Isaac and I are battling a cold. Heater cranked up to 90, scarfs and hats..the whole nine yards. SO, let's all collectively ask for sunshine and warm weather. COME ON...It's CALIFORNIA!

On to the photos...here is the finale to our three-part Portrait Party Extravaganza!

Enjoy :)

T! Breathtaking..seriously, her eyes are just unbelievable! We call this her "America's Next Top Model" look :)
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B! This little guy was fast....but OH so cute!
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N! his smile makes me smile :)
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B&Q! The twins :) I love how they are totally doing their own thing...so adorable, these two. Last time we photographed them separately, so it was fun to do a 'together' shot
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V! Isaac's favorite photo...can you guess why? Yep...as he said "ELMOOOOOO"
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I! Redhead with curls...is there anything better?
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K! Second time shooting K, and she is still rockin' the awesome hairstyles :)
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A! This pumpkin was the last of the bunch, we were loosing light quickly and so I'm glad we were able to get a few shots in! She was a mover and a shaker...and a climber too!
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Thanks for checking in Friends! Happy Hanukkah to those who celebrate and stay warm to everyone else!
~V

Portrait Party, Cont'd - Bay Area Photographer

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

As promised....here we go with the second set of pumpkins! (the next seven)

Z! This little guy was NOT into having his photo taken...Daddy to the rescue!
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C! This sweet pea is making her second appearance in front of our camera...as beautiful as ever!
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S! Ms. Personality!!! This one with her fantastic expressions is SO MUCH FUN! One fact established...she needs snacks before photos :)
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M! A classic beauty...serious, thoughtful..lovely!
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C! LOVE HIM! You might recognize this pumpkin from a few month ago (his official birthday session with his beautiful family)
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N Family! The two little guys look SO much alike!!! Those cheeks!
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I! Last for today...perfectly coordinated to the bear! :) Such a stylish girl, isn't she?
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Ray of Sunshine on a Rainy Day - Bay Area Family Photographer

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

**Taking a break from the Portrait Party Extravaganza to share another session from this past weekend**

This Sunday I met up with some of our favorite people for a very special 'Family' shoot. A shoot of a family of three...who are about to become a family of four. Not only have J and I known each other for more then a decade..but our kiddos are great friends as well! Not just friends...classmates even! I've been photographing little N since she was about one yr old! And she is just as adorable as she was then...but with more personality!

SO! J, who is obviously a reader of our blog...said the following as we were finishing up our session: "I know exactly what you'll write on your blog...'It was the wettest photo shoot ever!'" AND SHE'S RIGHT!!! It was...we got completely soaked, our fingers were frozen and towards the end we were pretty miserable with the weather...BUT, hey...you gotta suffer for the art, right? :)

J, T and family....love you guys! Enjoy!
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She is such a Daddy's girl :)
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T, I know I tortured you with all of my ridiculous requests ('look here, look there, kiss, turn, walk..." but it was worth it, right?
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I LOVE this shot!!! I love how she's rockin' back on her feet to see what's going on up there...
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A family of three. Not for much longer, but captured here!
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More from the Portrait Party Extravaganza very soon!
~V

It's a Party! - Bay Area Photographer

Monday, December 7, 2009

Fast. Crazy. Loud. Busy. and FUN!!! That's what my Saturday was like...how about you? :)

If you've been following V&J for a while, you'll remember the mega Portrait Party extravaganza back in August. Well, we did it again :) Except now they are older, wiser and most importantly...MOBILE! So, yes..it was a challenge, but really fun and very much worth it!

To the Las Madres Willow Glen Families...here is a sneak peek of your sweet little ones! Thank you for your kind words and your patience on Sat! Enjoy!!!

(I'll be sharing in the order photographed....so here are the first 1-6)

L! I remembered her as soon as they walked into the party...i mean, could you really forget these eyes? I don't think so!


R! She was on our blog header for quite some time, so she's famous among the V&J Blog readers :)


N! What a sweet girl she is, still doing the zombie walk and has the most beautiful brown eyes! (p.s. YES...the bear has 2008 on its foot..i know i know!)


M! Love this kid...he was just as smiley and adorable as he was last time...but now he walks!


P! We got to know each other quite well...for some reason he was really drawn to our little 'photography' corner and kept popping up between shots :)


C! Oh my....she is just beautiful! AND sits still :) It's amazing!


More Soon!
~V

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