pbkisses photography {the blog}

catching up :: the battaglias ♥

2011-09-10T08:07:00.000-07:00

happy september! {gasp}

hopefully everyone is enjoying their first weeks of school ...I'm SO looking forward to seeing many of you over the next few months for Halloween Mini sessions and family holiday sessions -- it's going to be a BUSY season!

between now and then, let's get caught up on some slideshows - shall we? ♥

first up....the battaglias! be sure to scroll down to see their slideshow!

if you're just now thinking about booking a session before the holidays {holiday cards are just around the corner!} I only have a handful of sessions available....so touch base soon! For those of you inquiring about booking for 2012...I'll be opening the books SOON so watch your email. ♥

dylan :: ONE

2011-08-07T16:05:00.000-07:00

I don't know about you, but I'm addicted to party blogs. Seriously. As if I don't have enough faboulous photogs to follow -- add in all the AHHH-MMMAAZING party planning sites and it's no wonder the mounds of laundry are overtaking this house.

And because I enjoy company in my addiction, here are few of my favs ::

O ne Charming Party
Cake
Bella Grace
Sweet Little Parties
Sweet Designs by Amy Atlas
Bump Smitten

And don't even get me starting on the time-wasting-deliciousness that is Pinterest. ♥

Having said all that, those of us who don't do it every day know that parties are EXHAUSTING. So, when it came time planning Dylan's 1st birthday I wanted to go simple. Given that Toy Story is now part of our everyday soundtrack, Woody, Buzz and the gang were among our VIP's.

Starting with a little birthday cake for the invites....

A few decorations....

Sprinkle in some fabulous food...

Add a few water games.....
and one HOT Mr. Potato Head....

And a nice-friendly-non-competitive sack race ....{or at least that was the IDEA. ♥}

***Just a note that I can not recommend a sack race ENOUGH. It was the hit of the party...DESPITE the 95 degree heat. And the sacks I found on Oriental Trading {12} for $14.00. They aren't anything fancy....but they made for cute pics ♥ and held up surprisingly well -- even after the DAD's got into the action. ***

topped off with a showering of gifts for one spolied birthday boy = fun for all.

Until the next time....here's wishing everyone happy party planning! You can find all my vendor resources below. ♥

:: Vendors ::
:: Happy Birthday felt banner via Etsy from the lovely {lori savage}
:: Paper Straws from Bibelot Shops
:: Vintage Wooden Blocks from Roberta Grove Vintage
:: Mini cake bunting made by me with the FREE PRINTABLE from TomKat Studios
:: Sack Race Sacks from Oriental Trading
:: Red Paper Lanterns from Oriental Trading
:: Birthday Boy's T-Shirt via Etsy from Flyduds
:: Cake from Costco...decorated with Toy Story play set from The Disney Store and gum balls from Target
:: #1 Party Hat I used a plain paper birthday hat from anywhere, topped with a pom pom from the craft closet and cut out a paper 1 from red cardstock. Easy Peasy.

summer lovin' :: mia

2011-07-18T21:30:00.000-07:00

summer camp.
popsicles.
celebrating ONE!
swim diapers.
sprinklers.
plastic pools.
lots of bbq-ing.
chasing baby.
cuddling soon-to-be kindergartner.
purging toys.
find space for more toys. {sigh}
and lots of ice cream.

that's what our summer has been filled with so far....how can it possibly be mid JULY already!?!? not only does that mean family fall sessions are just around the corner -- including my favorite pumpkin patch minis ♥ -- but that also means katie will be starting kindergarten. {sniff} i need to take a deep breath and take it all in....because the time is FLYING by.

flying by so fast, i've neglected the bligitty-blog something fierce -- more slideshows from may and june coming right up. tomorrow. ♥

for now...big news in the ray house -- bunk beds!
katie SO excited about them I can only imagine she's forgotten that their arrival means dylan is moving into {her} room. i'm going to let her revel in their delciousness for a few weeks. no need to burst her precious pink bubble....yet. ♥

speaking of baby brother.
dylan turned ONE at the end of june. again -- how is that possible!!?!? {sniff}
my baby's number one pals {aside from big sister, of course} are woody and buzz. so, we celebrated, first, with a cake smash pbkisses style with his friends.

party pics coming up soon!

wishing everyone a summer filled with fun, family and relaxation. i'll be announcing pumpkin patch mini session info in the next couple weeks! ♥

introducing :: jace :: 3 weeks old

2011-06-22T08:22:00.000-07:00

baby jace, thank you for finally going to sleep for your mama. ♥
it was work, but we REALLY wanted those sleeping shots!
janelle and jake, thank you for allowing me the pleasure of celebrating jace's much anticipated arrival with you. he is perfect. ♥

please join me in welcoming sweet baby jace to the pbkisses family. be sure to scroll down to view their slideshow!

oplove :: aaron + kara

2011-06-14T09:56:00.000-07:00

for aaron and kara...
given to you with love
and a grateful heart for the sacrifices both of you make every day.
from my family to yours.
thank you. ♥

scroll down to see their slideshow!

for more information on OpLove, feel free to check out their website/facebook page facebook page and/or email me directly.

These images and/or other content of this publication do not constitute or imply any endorsement or recommendation of the Department of Defense.

miss madison :: ONE

2011-05-24T20:45:00.000-07:00

a beautiful day in the park with a tutu-wearing-cowgirl-boot-clad birthday girl and her proud mommy and daddy.....perfection! ♥ sending lots of hugs and a heartfelt thank you to the toussaint family for allowing me to share in miss madison's big day. may all her birthday wishes come true!

scroll down to sneak a peek at her slideshow!

introducing :: baby brooklyn :: 3 days old

2011-05-14T12:46:00.000-07:00

please join me in welcoming baby brooklyn to the pbkisses {family}! may your heart be filled with all the joy and love that surrounds you today and everyday! and a special thank you to, big brother brendan, for enduring his second photo shoot in two months {see mama's maternity session HERE} ....you did AMAZING.♥

be sure to scroll down to see baby brooklyn's slideshow!

introducing :: baby aiden :: 6 weeks old

2011-05-12T12:24:00.000-07:00

I love what I do. No question.
But what makes me love it EVEN more is getting to see a family welcoming a new little person into their lives.
Big sisters watching over her little brothers.
Little brothers becoming big brothers.
They could have asked me for dessert for dinner I TOTALLY would have caved.♥

Thank you, Hamad Family, for allowing me to share in your celebration of baby Aiden. I can't wait to see how much you've all grown when we meet again!

Scroll down to see some their slideshow.♥

introducing :: sweet baby brooklyn :: 2 days old

2011-04-27T13:25:00.000-07:00

having had 2 c-sections, I'm always in AWE of mommies who are up and at 'em within a few days {even hours!} of giving birth. And when they are pulled together and looking as beautiful as this mommy ....I'm amazed even more!

please join me in welcoming sweet baby brooklyn to the pbkisses family.....and to the {ray} family as she is our newest cousin on the {folts} side!

scroll down to see her slideshow!

oplove :: welcome home :: pemberton family

2011-04-18T11:56:00.000-07:00

thank you, sgt. zachary pemberton, for protecting our country and making this world a safer place.
thank you, hannah and luke, for allowing me to share in welcoming home your hero.

and thank you, OperationLove Reunited, for giving me an opportunity to give something special to families who give so much. i feel blessed to do what i love....and even more so to be able to share it with these families.

scroll down to see their slideshow!

for more information on OpLove, feel free to check out their website/facebook page facebook page for more information and/or email me directly.

magical mini sessions :: sneak peeks!

2011-03-28T09:06:00.000-07:00

love to all my magical mini prince and princesses!

baby brooklyn :: arriving soon!

2011-03-21T20:11:00.000-07:00

spring has certainly sprung here at pbkisses...march has been bursting with babies! and with april just around the corner, i can't wait to welcome sweet baby brooklyn. momma has been busy painting a beautiful mural for her room and nesting away in anticipation of her arrival. only a few more weeks to go!

for japan with love...

2011-03-18T09:38:00.000-07:00

information via Shelterbox donation page:

We’ve all seen the images and videos rolling in of the devastation from the Japan earthquake and tsunamis. While aftershocks and tsunami scares are still happening days later, the nation is in for a long long road of recovery. So far, the death toll is estimated to be 2,800. In just one town, 9,500 are missing. Not only do the survivors have to suffer the loss of loved ones, but as temperatures fall, electricity, water and food are now scarce to none. Many have tried to go back to their homes and to start picking up the pieces, only to find the tsunamis have plowed their homes down and there is literally nothing for them to come home to. Convenience stores have lines hours long and a limit of 10 items to each person. The second crisis has only begun and so many are left helpless.
We are not ones to sit and do nothing. While as much as we’d like to hop on a plane and fly there to help with the search and rescue, the immediate need for help for those in Japan is the dire need for shelter. This fundraising page is specifically geared to help with that. Utterly Engaged and Ever Ours have handpicked ShelterBox as the organization to donate to.
ShelterBox provide emergency shelter and lifesaving supplies for families around the world who are affected by disasters at the time when they need it the most. Each large green ShelterBox is tailored to a disaster but typically contains a disaster relief tent for an extended family, blankets, water storage and purification equipment, cooking utensils, a stove, a basic tool kit, a children’s activity pack and other vital items. A whole box costs $1,000 (US), so we’re hoping to raise enough to send 5 boxes.
Please join us. We know it won’t save the nation, but we strongly believe every little helps. Whatever you can contribute, we truly appreciate.

Here’s how you can help:
Donate by clicking on this link to For Japan with love or Shelterbox.
Share this on your own blog. The initial goal was to make $5000, in order to send 5 boxes. The current total is over $30k. Let’s get it even higher – let’s send 100 boxes to Japan!

magical mini sessions :: march 17th!

2011-03-08T16:24:00.000-08:00

{session fee}:: $100 {per family :: up to 5 family members}
****admission to {the park} is NOT included.
...
{includes}
:: {10-15} minute *mini* photo session
:: {5-10} edited images in a private online gallery for two weeks
:: {Digital CD} of your favorite {3} edited images AND {1} 8x10 mounted portrait
:: option to purchase additional digital images at discounted rate

{how it works}
:: sign up for a location/time slot {first come first serve!}
:: complete your client information and session agreement {via email}
:: send in your session fee {via paypal or personal check}
:: confirmation email with specific park location to meet will be sent out {48} hours prior to event
:: proofs will be ready for viewing by Friday 3/25

{session times}

location :: town square/main street
3:00
3:30
location :: castle/carousel
4:00
4:30
location :: teacups/fantasyland
5:00
5:30

***if you want a specific time but one of the other location options let me know and I'll see what I can do.

feel free to email me directly {at} angela@pbkisses.com with ANY questions and/or to reserve your spot! :)

sneak peek :: the pohl family :: 2011

2011-03-01T10:20:00.000-08:00

I know mommy is already planning her NEXT session ......but let's just revel in the loveliness of this beautiful family for a moment. Baby girl is turning ONE in April and big sister is almost FIVE....someone stop the time from FLYING by!!! Until we meet again...much love to all of you. :)

almost spring mini sessions :: sneak peeks!

2011-02-26T12:59:00.000-08:00

just a quick peek for my spring {although I should have called them *almost* spring} mini sessions.......... :) babies, birthdays and lots of fun stuff coming up for march -- including *magical* minis!

wishing you lots of love....

2011-02-14T20:11:00.000-08:00

on Valentine's Day and EVERY day!

almost spring mini sessions :: 3 spots left!

2011-02-08T21:11:00.000-08:00

sneak peek :: miss cic :: sweet 15

2011-01-18T21:19:00.000-08:00

isn't she stunning! holy moly....15!
i'm pretty sure she thought I was NUTS....but she hid it well. ;) Just think, when it's time for your senior portraits in a few years you won't even think TWICE about twirling in an vacant lot or striking a pose in the alley way behind the movie theater. ;)

thank you, sweet miss cici, for a fabulous afternoon...and to your aunt maria for gifting you the session for your birthday. wishing you a wonderful quinceanera....xoxoxo!

baby bumps :: mini maternity sessions!

2011-01-06T20:26:00.000-08:00

expectant mamas :: new for 2011.... pbkisses {baby bump} mini maternity sessions! send me a quick email {at} angela@pbkisses.com with any questions and/or to book your session.....only a few spots available each month.

the gaynor family :: baby it's cold outside!

2011-01-05T15:15:00.000-08:00

I can't think of a better way to have rung in the new year {a few days early} than in the rain with the Gaynor family{s}. Knowing how tricky a large group session can be in-and-of-itself, things could have gone downhill fast in the FREEZING RAIN.....but the kids were A-MAZING and set the tone for the rest of us wimpy adults. :) Did I mention it was RAINING and CCCOLD?!?! But you would never know it from the smiles and muddy fun that was had by all.

I'm still in the beginning of the edit...but here are some of my favs so far. Gaynor family, you ROCK!

merry everything :: from my family to yours!

2010-12-22T09:21:00.000-08:00

wishing all of my pbkisses families, couples, babies, toddlers, and friends a GLORIOUS holiday filled with love, hope and lots of peanut butter kisses! :) thank you for sharing your hearts with me in 2010....may we meet again in 2011!!!!

miss berlin :: ONE!

2010-12-16T20:19:00.000-08:00

please welcome to the pbkisses family the fabulously fast {and sweet!} miss berlin.
she loves to read.
she loves her mommy and daddy.
and she LOVES to walk/run/crawl/MOVE. :)
thank you for allowing me to join in the fun on your special day!
may your second year be filled with wonderment and all things sparkly...:)

sneak peek :: the boys :: 2010

2010-11-30T22:26:00.000-08:00

the boys.
"her" boys...as katie refers to them.
our neighbors.
our friends.
here's a little sneak peeky for mama.

welcome back sylvester :: our elf on the shelf

2010-11-25T12:08:00.000-08:00

silly sylvester arrived today...
we're not quite sure how -- perhaps on a sleigh?
we found him among the pumpkins we bought...
with that sly little smile -- a mischievous thought?
we missed his antics when he took his leave...
we wonder what NEW tricks he'll have up his sleeve?
oh, welcome sylvester, we're happy you're here...
you bring so much fun and christmas cheer!

snow :: 2010

2010-11-23T07:13:00.000-08:00

despite the unexpected snowy conditions and the postponing of the minis....my family enjoyed a lovely weekend in the snow!

baby dylan, stayed inside cozy and warm with his grandma...

for next weekend.....let's hope for snow and sunshine and now snow, wind and rain. :)

sneak peek :: the pohl family :: 2010

2010-11-23T06:57:00.000-08:00

we may have moved the official santa mini sessions to next weekend due to the snowy weather....but here's an itsy-bitsy sneak peek for the Pohl's who were already up the mountain and braved the weather....:)

sneak peek :: the taylor family :: 2010

2010-11-14T09:34:00.000-08:00

it was a glorious sunny day in so cal.
then....it wasn't.
thanks, taylor family, for not letting the looming storm clouds
{or blustery winds!}
dampen your enthusiasm....
enjoy your sneak!

sneak peek :: the hsu family :: 2010

2010-11-13T18:43:00.000-08:00

hate to blog and run but the clock is ticking! :)

hugs to the hsu family for a fabulous afternoon.....enjoy!

introducing :: baby van

2010-11-05T09:51:00.001-07:00

posts will be short and sweet over the next few weeks.....lots of pics to blog and too little time!
First up, the sweetest little "bug" you've ever seen..........
introducing sweet baby van.

sneak peek :: sweet miss laleh and her mommy & daddy :: 2010

2010-11-02T11:46:00.000-07:00

sweet sweet baby cheeks...I just can't get enough! it was a gloomy day in malibu -- by ca standards -- but this little angel was pure sunshine. thank you, miss laleh {and mom and dad!} for sharing your sweet smiles with me....you were a delight!

happy halloween :: 2010

2010-10-29T08:30:00.000-07:00

sending {bugs and hisses}...
and {halloween wishes}...
from my home to yours!

have a safe and happy halloween!

sneak peek :: the wolf family :: 2010

2010-10-27T08:40:00.000-07:00

introducing the wolf family!
thank you for hanging in there with the rain....
you can't even tell it was so gloomy outside! :)
here's a little {peek} for you....

sneak peek :: kate and grace :: sisters

2010-10-20T23:29:00.000-07:00

of how i loooovvvve me some sisters.
their giggles are contagious.
their silly-ness is palpable.
makes me want to hug MY sister. :)
thanks to kate and grace for sharing the afternoon with me.....now go give your mama a hug! :)

pumpkin patch fun :: 2010

2010-10-13T16:29:00.000-07:00

a bat...
a bee...
a fairy.
peter pan...
and snow white.
all met for some pumpkin fun.
and yogurt bites. :)

the patch :: halloween mini sessions :: 2010

2010-10-09T08:51:00.000-07:00

A huge thank you to all my halloween *mini* session families.....I had a BLAST chasing everyone around {the patch}. Here are the rest of the {sneak peeks} -- although they already have their proofs....a {sneak peek} for the rest of you none-the-less. :)

sneak peek :: a & j :: halloween 2010

2010-10-06T14:29:00.000-07:00

sneak peek :: greer kiddos :: halloween 2010

2010-10-06T14:25:00.000-07:00

pumpkin patch :: mine :)

2010-10-06T11:54:00.000-07:00

rainy weather.
something yummy brewing in the crock pot.
house halloween-ified.
one kiddo sleeping.
one kiddo playing in her room.
editing pumpkin patch pics.
bliss.:)

i can't wait to share some of the uber-fabulous pumpkin patch picks from my halloween {mini} sessions, but for now...

{mine} :: katie {4} dylan {3.5 months}
{not mine - but love her like she is} :: shelby {9}

sneak peek :: the hernandez family :: disneyland :: 2010

2010-09-30T19:58:00.001-07:00

we had been planning for months.
it was hot.
the boys were troopers.
we melted.
we laughed.
did i mention it was hot?
little people cried.
little people had ice cream.
little people squealed with delight.
it was the happiest place on earth...:)

sneak peek :: the ferriers :: 2010

2010-09-29T18:38:00.000-07:00

they've been together since high school.
she's been my bff since 7th grade.
he might have been described {before today} as ...conservative. {LOL}
our daughter thinks their daughter hung the moon. literally. :)
we love them more than words can say.
thanks for braving the heat....at least it {looks} like we were having fun! :)

sneak peek :: the ho family :: 2010

2010-09-28T19:05:00.000-07:00

I can't believe how much these little girls have grown up over the past year! Thank you, girls, for a glorious afternoon of bubbles and balloons......you did GREAT!!!

sneak peek :: the anderson family :: 2010

2010-09-18T09:11:00.000-07:00

thank you to sir jeffrey and miss madelynn for welcoming me into their home and sharing their sweet sweet {hearts}. a fun filled day of books, bubbles, karate and a pink tutu...what more could I ask for? :)

fall 2010 :: what to wear

2010-09-17T11:05:00.000-07:00

your session is booked.
location is set.
now the inevitable question looms....
what to wear?

my first suggestion is ALWAYS to wear what you love. let your kids wear what they love. and SURELY let dad wear what he loves....within reason. :) bottom line is you want your session to feel like {you}....

If your baby girl LOVES to wear tutus....find one that will work with what everyone else is wearing -- or work around the colors in her favorite {tutu outfit}.

If big brother really wants to wear his cowboy boots....we'll make it work!

If dad only wears shorts {although I've been known to ask my darling husband to AT LEAST ditch the camo ones! :)} then go with it.....we want him to be happy, too. :)

But just in case you're looking for some guidance, here are a few looks fall looks for inspiration...

:: where to find :: {dad} old navy shirt {mom} anthro dress {big brother} gymboree {little brother} gymboree

:: where to find :: {dad} old navy shirt {mom} anthro pants/shirt/blazer {big sister} peasant dress {baby sister} peasant dress

:: where to find :: {dad} gap shirt {mom} nordstrom blouse {big brother} crazy 8 {little brother} crazy 8 {baby sister} gap sweater dress

:: where to find ::{big sister} gap outfit {brother} gap outfit {little sister} gap dress

:: where to find :: {big sister} gap outfit {little sister} gap outfit {baby sister} gap outfit

you get the idea. don't be afraid to mix and match...color is your friend -- I promise. :) happy shopping!

sneak peek :: the weston family

2010-09-16T22:59:00.000-07:00

after a slight location change {who KNEW huntington beach pier would be PACKED on the sunday before labor day?!?!? ;)}...thank goodness seal beach seemed to be unaffected by the holiday weekend. the sun may have taken the day off but there was plenty-o-fun to be had by the weston boys.....september gloom shloom!

halloween....in september!

2010-09-09T13:20:00.000-07:00

that's right, folks. we here at the ray house looooovvvvveee us some halloween and, quite frankly, its a HUGE chore to drag all those decorations out for only a few weeks! so, in honor of the appearance of our halloween boxes being dug out of the garage {thanks, babe!} here are a few peaks from our trip to Mickey's Halloween Treat in 2009....

with holiday sessions officially in full swing, school starting, and that new little baby always pestering me to be fed :) i'll attempt to post halloween decoration pics in the next week or so!

{halloween mini sessions}
:: only 2 spots left
:: email me directly {at} angela@pbkisses.com to book your session ASAP

{family portraits}
:: now booking october and november
:: limited availability during the week and only a {few} weekend dates open

{gift certificates}
:: available for holiday gift giving, bridal and baby showers, etc
:: custom certificate and boutique packaging FREE with each certificate

mine {any} day :: katie the fashionista

2010-08-26T15:31:00.000-07:00

with the addition of baby brother, i'm amazed everyday how grown up my little girl suddenly seems. she's suddenly very into choosing her own clothes...AND accessories. seriously. we CAN NOT leave the house without at least one bracelet and a purse. and if she has her way...a tira. everyday. :)

as a mama, i'm lovin' her independence. well...most days. :)
and as a photog mama, i'm lovin' her sense of style. i couldn't have put this outfit together if i tried....

for those of you trying to figure out what to wear for your upcoming session, don't shy away from your toddlers dress up clothes! be brave and let them choose an outfit on their own as a second outfit choice....you won't be sorry -- i promise! :) even if its that batman costume he's been wearing since last halloween with the worn out areas and snags....that's who is is RIGHT now....which is priceless.

updates ::

{halloween mini sessions}
:: only 3 spots left
:: email me for openings and to book your spot!

{family portraits}
:: now booking october and november
:: limited availability
:: email angela@pbkisses.com to book your session in time for holiday cards and gift giving!

{gift certificates}
:: available for holiday gift giving, bridal and baby showers, etc
:: custom certificate and boutique packaging FREE with each certificate

halloween mini sessions :: only 10 spots available!

2010-08-21T21:48:00.000-07:00

please email me directly {at} angela@pbkisses.comfor available times-slots and to book your session!
****If you're having trouble viewing the information/graphics in this email
click HERE

pbkisses designs :: templates for photogs!

2010-08-14T20:59:00.000-07:00

i've finally gotten around to offering a handful of design templates from my pbkisses {designs} collection and am offering them by invitation only for 2010. if you're interested in saving some design time this holiday season and would like information how to view the collection please send an email to angela@pbkisses.com

on another note....

with holiday sessions booking fast, i want to send a quick shout out to all the moms out there who are always capturing {and creating!} the {everyday} moments for their kiddos -- but rarely having the chance to have the moments captured FOR THEM! these are YOUR moments, too! the good. the bad. and the lovely....no matter what happens the {day of} our shoot be ready to jump in a few pics. i don't care if you have no-make up and your glasses on...you'll be happy you did. i promise. :)

Wishing everyone a sun-soaked end of summer and the holiday season is just around the corner!!!

pbkisses designs :: for photogs!

2010-07-25T13:20:00.000-07:00

hello, {fellow} photographers!

pbkisses {designs} will soon be offering {exclusive} pbkisses templates just for you! BEFORE i launch on the website, i'm going offer an {invitation only} preview...if you're interested send me a quick FB message or email to angela@pbkisses.com with your name, website and email address.

a little pre-sneak {peek} :: a new design created for {dylan's} birth announcements will be among the {exclusive} designs offered...

feel free to shoot me an email if you have any questions....

baby toes :: expecting mommies

2010-07-13T17:36:00.000-07:00

attention {expecting} mommies...

if you're due date falls in AUGUST/SEPT/OCT/NOV please touch base with me ASAP so I can get you on my shooting calendar. With the holiday season just around the corner September and October are almost completely booked and I want to make sure you don't miss out due to a full calendar!

A few things to keep in mind...

Newborn shoots are *best* during the first 2-10 days after arrival....we'll book a few days out from your {due date} knowing we could go earlier or later pending actual arrival. Feel free to email with ANY questions....I'm still technically on {maternity leave} but I'm around and promise to get back to you between feedings. :)

introducing :: baby dylan!

2010-07-13T16:13:00.000-07:00

he's here! he's here!

my apologies for the delay in posting.....we're just coming up for air here in the Ray home after baby Dylan's arrival on 6/24. Thanks to everyone for all their well wishes, speedy delivery thoughts and prayers...more pics to come soon!

the lost photos :: miss evvie

2010-06-07T17:11:00.000-07:00

and when I say lost I mean LOST! I do believe miss evvie is now more than a YEAR older...yikes! good think her mom and I are {good} friends. :) xoxo to the judas!

three weeks to baby :: the lost photos

2010-06-03T10:11:00.000-07:00

officially {3 weeks} to go before baby {dylan} arrives...can i get a {hallelujah!}

with that said, its been amazing to me how {few} photos of {my own} ever see the light of day. Not to say i don't {shoot} lots of pics...its just that with the hustle and bustle of everything {else} they tend to collect dust in the {family downloads} folder. :) so, along with all the {fabulous} new surprises in store for my {pbkisses} clients -- design and photog -- i'm committing myself to sifting through some family shots AND posting a few {lost} session sneak peaks that never made it to the blog.

up first, my co-worker down the hall.....

she often pops into my office with requests for string cheese and nick jr....but more often than not, can simply be heard chattering away with her menagerie of friends.

my personal favorite :: the afternoon wedding of mr. wiggles {zhu zhu pet} to miss scootaloo {my little pony}....as witnessed by their pals from {the littlest pet shop}.

Just a few {reminders}....

:: portrait {extravaganza} ends TOMORROW! For detailed information click {here}
:: currently booking for SEPTEMBER! Only a few weekends left...so, if you're planning on a {holiday} shoot please contact me ASAP so we can get you on the calendar.

from where I sit :: 5 weeks to baby!

2010-05-19T19:59:00.000-07:00

the countdown has begun!

okay. truth-be-told. the countdown {for ME} began at about 20 weeks. this 2nd pregnancy has hit me like a {ton} of bricks. but alas, the finish line is in sight!

enter {mo} the monkey....

katie was quick to decide that the one thing {dylan} will need upon his arrival is his own {monkey}. which she has -- with sheer delight -- christened as {mo}. she sleeps with him every night to keep him company until {baby brother} arrives. she also decided on which poses he should be in the pics above....

"mom, that's what a monkey would do."

gottcha. :)

only second to her love-of-the-moment, {mo}, is sneaking into my office first thing in the morning. working from home -- while a {huge} blessing -- is also sometimes its own kind of {curse}. but one of my {favorite} perks is that sweet smiling face that peeks around the corner with her blanket ready for some {bed head} love.

portrait extravaganza :: 2 weeks only!

2010-05-18T21:35:00.000-07:00

looking for the {perfect} father's day gift? Or, maybe you just need a {fabulous} excuse to brighten up that empty wall in your family room?!?! Heck. Why not even knock out a few {holiday} gifts before the SUMMER! :)

for pricing details, questions or to place your order email me directly {at} angela@pbkisses.com. all orders must be received and {paid in full} by friday 6/4 @ 9:00 pm PST to qualify for this special pricing.

sneak peek :: sweet baby annabelle :: 12 days old

2010-05-05T14:55:00.000-07:00

sneak peek :: sir alasdair ONE

2010-04-28T15:29:00.000-07:00

happy. happy. HAPPY birthday wishes to sweet alasdair! thanks to mom and dad {and all the grandparents} for two wonderful mini shoots in honor of his baptism and to celebrate his 1st birthday......cheers to all!

sneak peek :: mike + jamie

2010-04-06T17:52:00.000-07:00

engaged and in love....many congrats to mike and jamie! your big day will be here before you know it -- take it all in and ENJOY!

sneak peeks :: spring mini sessions

2010-03-30T18:13:00.000-07:00

someone please tell me where march {MARCH!!??!?!} went? I feel like I {just} gathered up all the holiday decorations and now it's APRIL!

deep breath. ahhhh.

let's not panic. that gives us {3} months before baby arrives. THREE MONTHS!?!?!?!

another deep breath.

let's redirect my {panic} attack...shall we? :) a few more spring {mini} session sneak peeks....

introducing the lovely {miss pheobe} and the dashing {mr. bug}....

and the super sweet {kelsey and kayla}....

happy 9th birthday :: miss shelby

2010-03-26T10:31:00.000-07:00

a few days late...but heartfelt none-the-less. how can you POSSIBLY be NINE??!?!? You're parents must feel OLD. :) xoxoxo

sneak peek :: greer kiddos

2010-03-25T18:33:00.000-07:00

This is the {third} session I've done of these three kiddos and truly {love} the way {love} each other.....you can feel it!

introducing :: sweet baby miles

2010-03-24T12:02:00.000-07:00

the first of several *spring* mini session posts.....welcome sweet baby miles to the {pbkisses} family!

sneak peek :: ally :: class of 2010

2010-03-17T19:35:00.000-07:00

introducing another fabulous senior {2010}....miss ally chavez!

sneak peek :: hazel & violet

2010-03-17T16:34:00.000-07:00

there's really nothing I love more than a home session.
nothing i love more than capturing my clients in the rooms they live in...
the yards the play in...
the places they'll remember most.

a huge thank you to the miss hazel & miss violet for welcoming me into their home for a busy morning filled with princess books, slides and backyard fun!

manic mondays :: my little wild flower

2010-03-15T19:58:00.000-07:00

a beautiful sunny {almost} spring day -- with WILDFLOWERS! a super fabulous find as I was location scouting for an upcoming engagement shoot........Jamie is going to be SO excited. {imagine a little happy dance happening as I type}

katie, as usual, was not {happy} about having to be my soul subject....but who can resist a sunny bouquet of wild flowers springing with flying ladybugs?!?! As long as I didn't {suggest} that she look my way...we were good to go.

{sneak peek} :: baby david

2010-03-03T18:47:00.000-08:00

you would never be able to tell it took us 2 hours to get this little angel to sleep! See, mom....I promised it would be worth it in the end. :) welcome to the world sweet baby david!

{spring} mini sessions :: only {4} spots LEFT!

2010-03-03T08:25:00.000-08:00

sunday, march 14th :: el dorado nature center {long beach} :: 1 pm to 4:30 pm
*double* click image below to see enlarged details

NEW {pricing information} and {session guide}

2010-02-28T11:42:00.000-08:00

With the new year comes a new pricing structure and a BRAND NEW {session guide} with TONS of information! Click to enlarge.....

{sneak peek} special delivery :: westin family

2010-02-18T10:02:00.000-08:00

happy baby congrats to the westin family who welcomed baby boy into their family on tuesday! we spent a lovely afternoon at the katie wheeler library in fullerton a few weeks ago for mama's maternity session.......here's a sneak peek at a few of my favs. :)

newborn portraits coming soon!!!

{sneak peek} sweet baby isabella :: 12 days old

2010-02-09T16:02:00.000-08:00

2010 resolution :: more blog posts.........hmmm....it's February ALREADY?!?!? :) More blog posting, exciting new products, mini sessions and lots more to come....I PROMISE.

in the meantime, please join me in welcoming {sweet baby} isabella to the pbkisses family. mom and dad are close friends of uncle tyler, aunt silvana and our favorite cousin miss natalie.....and i'm honored to have been on hand for her first photo shoot. :)

sneak peek :: baby marcos {thee weeks old}

2009-10-19T09:42:00.000-07:00

sneak peek :: halloween mini shoots {oc photographer}

2009-10-19T07:58:00.000-07:00

all of my fabulously frightful halloween *mini* families already have their cd's and halloween cards....so this sneak peek is for all of you!

watch the blog and facebook for my holiday *mini* session information! there will ONLY be {TEN} spots available.........information will be posted in the next week!

sneak peek :: araujo family {oc family photographer}

2009-10-05T16:21:00.000-07:00

sneak peek :: the rex family {oc family photographer}

2009-09-06T10:33:00.001-07:00

halloween mini shoots :: only 6 spots left!

2009-08-30T21:16:00.000-07:00

i {heart} halloween! and even though it's right smack-dab in the middle of family portrait season i can't pass up for some fabulous halloween portrait fun!pbkisses photography :: halloween *mini* shoots
:: irvine park
:: saturday 10/3

{session fee}:: $75.00 {per family :: up to 5 people}

{includes}
:: {15-20} minute *mini* photo session
:: {5-10} edited images in a private online gallery for two weeks
:: {Digital CD} of your edited images AND {1} digital {pbkisses} halloween wishes design
:: 15% discount on additional prints and gifts

{how it works}
:: sign up for a time slot {first come first serve!}
:: complete your photo session *request for details* {via email}
:: send in your session fee {via paypal or personal check}
:: confirmation email with meeting location will be sent out {48} hours prior to event
:: show up for a pumpkin-filled afternoon at the park! see http://www.irvineparkrailroad.com/content/pumpkin-patch for detailed information regarding pumpkin patch activities
:: proofs will be ready for viewing by Friday 10/9
:: cd's with your images will arrive on your doorstep by 10/16

SESSION TIMES
3:00 pm
3:20
3:40 {booked}
4:00 {booked}
4:20 {booked}
4:40 {booked}
5:00
5:20
5:40
6:00

to book your session -- or ask questions -- email me directly {at} angela@pbkisses.com or send me a FB message via the {pbkisses} photography FB page {at} http://www.facebook.com/pbkisses kiddos {and parents!} in costume encouraged...but not required. :)

now if we could only do something about this HEAT....bring on the Fall!

sneak peek :: the graham/hinojosa family {oc family photographer}

2009-08-23T23:32:00.000-07:00

heartfelt thanks to the graham/hinojosa family for their AMAZING patience..... enjoy your sneak peek -- more to come soon!

sneak peek :: adams family {los angeles photographer}

2009-08-09T23:26:00.000-07:00

thank you to the miss laura and her family for their amazing patience {la traffic was HORRENDOUS today!!!} and a lovely summer afternoon!

and even though she wasn't going to give up EVEN ONE smile for us....she eventually gave in...:) who can resist barbie dolls and a little bed jumping? i'm sorry. did i say bed jumping? no. that's not right. i meant sitting pretty like a lady on the bed. :)

travis and madison :: sneak peeks

2009-08-06T20:33:00.001-07:00

sneak peek :: the graham family {oc family photographer}

2009-07-28T22:14:00.000-07:00

introducing sweet baby evan and his big brother zachary...

sneak peek :: sweet miss grace {oc family photographer}

2009-07-26T21:13:00.001-07:00

sneak peek :: baby luke {oc newborn photographer}

2009-07-25T23:04:00.000-07:00

please welcome to the world sweet baby luke.....

{pbkisses} on location :: san diego :: september 2009

2009-07-22T09:51:00.000-07:00

for those of you in the san diego area -- or anyone looking for a fun day trip and family portraits....

now booking FALL portrait sessions! if you're interested in a session for holiday cards/gifts take a look at your calendars for september/october/early november and {BOOK NOW!}.

weekend space is VERY limited and going FAST!!! to book your session, or if you have ANY questions, drop an email to angela@pbkisses.com

session details and pricing can always be found by clicking the *photography* link at the top of this page or by visiting www.pbkisses.com

sneak peek :: the girls {oc photographer}

2009-07-05T19:34:00.000-07:00

in the beginning there were three. three high school bff's with their matching swatch watches, corey haim pin-ups and gelly shoes. now there are nine. six daughters and three proud mamas.

soon there will be 10. a boy. let's hope he likes tutus and fairy wings...:)

sneak peek :: the miranda family {claremont photographer}

2009-06-22T18:46:00.001-07:00

sneak peek :: brown family {oc photographer}

2009-06-19T00:25:00.000-07:00

bonelli state park :: san dimas {claremont photographer}

2009-06-17T19:38:00.000-07:00

location scouting for the miranda family shoot this weekend at bonelli state park/puddingstone lake.......

katie was not *too* happy about posing for me today....let's just say bribery goes a VERY long way. :)

xoxo, monkey, for always being my source of inspiration --- even when you don't want to.

sneak peek :: smith family {orange county photographer}

2009-06-15T17:10:00.000-07:00

arriving july 2009 :: sneak peek {orange county maternity photographer}

2009-06-15T13:40:00.000-07:00

sneak peek :: miss rachel {oc photographer}

2009-06-04T08:42:00.000-07:00

introducing sweet miss rachel. almost two, she wasn't *too* into having her picture taken....but where there's a will there's a way! i'm happy to come over for mud pies anytime....:)

mini shoot :: sneak peek :: van winkle

2009-06-02T23:53:00.001-07:00

mini shoot :: sneak peek :: cummings

2009-06-02T23:50:00.000-07:00

mini shoot :: sneak peek :: schmitz cousins

2009-06-02T23:46:00.000-07:00

mini shoot :: sneak peeks :: lopez

2009-06-02T23:42:00.000-07:00

father's day mini shoots :: {4} spots left

2009-05-27T09:21:00.000-07:00

For anyone still pondering what to *gift* for Father's Day.........only {4} SPOTS LEFT!

Send FB message or email me {at} angela@pbkisses.com if you would like to book any of the remaining session times.

Event info below...

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pbkisses photography :: father's day *mini* shoots
:: irvine park
:: sunday 5.31.09

{session fee}:: $75.00 {up to 4 people}

{includes}
:: {15-20} minute *mini* photo session
:: {5-10} edited images in a private online gallery for two weeks
:: your choice of a {Digital CD} of your edited images OR {1} 8x10 and {2} 5x7 portrait prints of your choice
:: 15% discount on additional prints and gifts

{how it works}
:: sign up for a time slight {first come first serve!}
:: complete your photo session request for details {via email}
:: send in your session fee {via paypal or personal check}
:: confirmation email will detail specific park location to meet
:: show up for a fun afternoon at the park! http://irvineparkrr.com/
:: proofs will be ready for viewing by Friday 6/5
:: cd's/portraits will arrive on your doorstep by 6/12

3:00 {Booked :: hour session}
4:00 {Booked}
4:20
4:40
5:00
5:20 {Booked}
5:40
6:00 {Booked}
6:20 {Booked}
6:40 {Booked}

here are a few {sneak peeks} from our location scout at Irvine Regional Park last week........:)

sneak peek :: miss ameila's mini shoot

2009-05-14T19:25:00.000-07:00

in preparation for her *top model party*.....miss amelia's mini invitation shoot. i haven't even sifted through the entire session and already it was hard to choose a few favorites to post for a sneak peek! good thing her mama has to choose the invite pics and not me....;)

sneak peek :: sweet baby danika {southern california newborn photographer}

2009-05-10T09:53:00.000-07:00

introducing sweet baby danika {8 days old}......happy mother's day to new-mommy, nikki!

surfs up :: a dad and his car {southern california lifestyle photographer}

2009-05-09T18:40:00.000-07:00

wishing my good friend courtney's dad a happy retirement! thanks for allowing me to shoot your *baby*......... cheers!

sneak peek :: miss addison {southern california baby photographer}

2009-05-07T19:11:00.000-07:00

etsy love :: snack sacks :: go green!

2009-04-24T15:50:00.000-07:00

okay. so, i know this is not photography or design related....but i had to share my new favorite etsy find!

while i'm not *always* the best recycler.....and i've been known to leave a load of laundry in the washing machine so long it had to be re-washed....i try each earth day to incorporate at least one new step in becoming a "greener we." last year it was the britta water filter in the fridge, new sigg bottles and reusable market bags. and while the market bags have been a tough transition {if i could just *remember* to bring them with me!} we have eliminated our water bottle use *almost* entirely.

SO...back to my etsy find. :) for 2009 one of my efforts is to cut down on how many *snack bags* we use.....enter my etsy search for "snack bags"..... how cute are these!?!?

visit www.evelynfields.etsy.com and never have to throw away another ziploc baggie again!!! now if only she could find a way to remind me to use my reusable shopping bags.........;)