Redlands Family Photographer

Family: Herbst

Since I've known this little girl I've been dying to get my camera on her! Her curls are probably the cutest thing I've ever seen! She was born just weeks apart from my own little girl and watching the similarities and differences between them are amazing. 

But as sweet as this little one is, she has SASS! The faces she makes are unbelievable, and her covering her mouth when she laughs, seriously? I love this family and was so glad I was able to catch them before they're on their was back to Tennessee! 

PS: I think every shoot should start out with someone picking their nose, am I right?

too stinkin' cute!

xoxo!

Personal: Untraditional 

Growing up we had set traditions for the holidays. Christmas eve at my Dad's parents, Christmas Day with my Mom's parents. Every year. Though for the last 4 years or so, they keep getting more and more different. And then this was totally jumbled. Lets just say I have Christmas photos from four, yes FOUR, christmases. 

I was looking through my photos and realized I loved the detail shots,  not posed, or planned, just one snap and moved on. These were the ones I wanted to share, because really who wants to see my whole family lined up wearing christmas sweaters in front of the fire place? Okay we didnt have Christmas sweaters... we aren't that cool. 

So when you're taking photos next time of your family, no matter where you are, remember the details. And the moments in between moments. 

xoxo!

Couples: Daniel + Liz

A few days after Christmas my family had a get together at my grandparents cabin. We used to do this every year, but since everyone is grown and now has their own families, the meetings there are far and few between. Its absolutely gorgeous up there, summer or winter. While we were there I pulled my brother outside with his wife to have fun/freeze our little booties off in the snow! But you cant blame us, were from the desert part of California, WE DONT DO COLD! 

I love my brother and sister in law, and they are always fun to shoot. But its sad to think we wont be able to do impromptu little shoots like this anymore. He left today for his basic training for the Army. And being an Army wife myself, I knooooow what this means! It means family stationed on other sides of the country and only seeing each other for Christmas... if you're lucky.

Although, I couldn't be more proud of my big brother, he is growing into the man I pictured him to be. Awe, okay no getting sappy on you! Here are just a few shots we got before we running inside to defrost! 

SWOON!

Good luck in basic training, big brother!

xoxo!

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Happy New Years! 

www.zoesaysphoto.com

As you know, my new website will be here on January 1st! Exciting, right? To kick this off right, I decided to give one lucky couple a chance to win a free photo session. This applies to every couple in love. If you're dating, engaged, married for 20 years, and everything in between! 

You will have from now until Thursday, January 5th to email in your nominees. On Thursday, at 12 noon, I will stop accepting any other couples. Then on Tuesday, January 10th, a winner will be picked at random and announced at 12 noon, on my fan page. Stay tuned! 

Further Instructions: 

1: LIKE the Zoe Says Photography page, if you havent yet. 

2: Email me at maleriepacileo@yahoo.com. Include a photo of the couple you wish to nominate (it can be yourself, or a couple you are close to) and a brief paragraph about them. 

3. Then start sharing my page. (click the share button on lower left hand side of the page.)

4. I will email you back to confirm you are entered. (If you do not receive a response, please try again or contact me)

5. DONT STOP SHARING :)

Restrictions:  

1. Couple must be located within 40 miles of Hesperia, CA 92345 or willing to travel. (I can come to you, although travel fees may be applied)

2. Session must be held within 90 days of January 10th. 

Bridal: Sommer

 Two weeks ago I was able to team up with Katie Kouture Makeup and Hair Artistry for super fun Bridal shoot.
 I meet the model the day of the shoot and I couldn't have picked anyone better! She was, in one word, adorable. And TINY! While getting her hair and makeup done she referred to herself as something that fit her so perfectly, "a little China Doll". And for having 3 kids, I ENVY her! On top of all of this, her anniversary was just 2 days away! Is anyone else thinking anniversary present??

  

Absolutely stunning!

Is she gorgeous, or is she gorgeous?

Thanks you again, Katie Kouture, for the awesome styling! 

xoxo!

Family: Etter

Last week I was able to spend a day with this bunch! Two cute kids and one gorgeous mom? Yes please!

On our way to the location we decided on, we had a quick change of heart. We ended up pulling over on the side of the road and shooting our entire session there. And I couldnt be happier! The style this family has is something else! And the rolling fields fit them so perfectly. 

Side note to photographers: Beware of hills the day after your pilates instructor kicks your booty. LESSON LEARNED!

xoxo