Family Photo Fun | Temecula Family Photographer | Alicia Q. Photography

Just before Christmas I had a session with an extended family of 14-- my biggest group yet!  Unfortunately Southern California was being pounded with 6 days of non-stop rain.  We moved the photos indoors, but luckily this family had a beautiful Victorian parlor.  I felt like I was thrown back in time!  The furniture and decor was just lovely.

Here are a couple shots of some of the pretty-- and handsome!-- faces I had the pleasure of photographing that day.

Enjoy!

My Family | Temecula Family Photographer | Alicia Q. Photography

The blog is looking a little neglected, so I thought I'd share a few Christmas photos of my family.  The littlest boy is my son and the others are my brother's beautiful children.  I know I'm biased, but these are the cutest kids on earth!  Don't you agree?  :)

Happy Holidays from my family to yours.

xoxo,
Alicia Q.

Family Photos in Poway | San Diego Family Photographer | Alicia Q. Photography

I really have the best job in the world.  I get to meet great families and spend time outdoors chatting and getting to know new people.  This session was a perfect example of why I love what I do.

What a great family.  I had so much fun with them!  And little "K" is so sweet!  I just melted when he got low down to the cement to inspect a tiny little spider.  He watched it for a couple of minutes while I snapped away.  Awww, aren't little boys the best?!

"T" family, I hope you enjoy these peeks at our day together at the lake.  Congrats on the beautiful family you're building :)

A boy and his Dad | San Diego Family Photographer | Alicia Q. Photography

Yesterday I had a very special session down in San Diego with Matt and his son.  I had never met the two before and I must say I had an amazing time getting to know them.  Matt was in town from Florida visiting little "G" and it was awesome watching the two interract.  They don't see each other often and it really meant a lot to capture this day in photos.  "G" is a perfect 6 year old boy-- smart, energetic, funny, outgoing and so sweet.  I could tell dad is very proud of his son and that's expected.  Afterall, it's not everyday you meet a 6-year old who busts out push-ups in the middle of a session in Balboa Park!  He cracked me up with that one, lol.  Oh.  And he wants to be a U.S. Marine, too, when he grows up.  I could have spent the whole day photographing this pair!

Here is a sneak peek at their session.  Let me tell you-- I had a hard time deciding which ones to show!  Enjoy!

Black and White | Temecula, CA Child Photographer

Here's a shot of my niece from a few months back.  I reworked it with a different style I've been fooling around with for my black and whites.  I think it works for this image...

Sharonda and Aaron Married! | San Diego, CA Wedding Photographer

I'm so happy I was able to photograph Sharonda and Aaron's wedding this past weekend.  I've known Sharonda for at least 10 years and I've never seen her happier.  She was a perfect bride-- carefree, joyful and relaxed.  I couldn't have asked for a better couple to photograph for my first wedding.  Their families were so sweet and gracious, and obviously beyond proud of this couple.  Sharonda and Aaron share a beautiful son and a love that comes so naturally.  I wish nothing but the best for you two!  Congratulations!

Here are a few photos from their ceremony in San Diego, CA.  I'll try to post shots from the reception in the next few days.

Enjoy, and CHEERS!

Happy Birthday, little G! | Temecula, CA Child Photographer

One of my very best friends is celebrating her youngest daughter's first birthday this weekend, so yesterday we met at my go-to location for a quick photo shoot.  The plan is to hang some of these pictures at Saturday's party.  Baby G's big sister and cousins joined in for some photos for grandma and grandpa, too.

Here are a few that I think are just so sweet!

With One on the Way! | San Diego, CA Family Portrait Photographer

I love having a huge family and the networking that comes with it. Adriane knows a couple of my cousins and she contacted me a some months back about family portraits. It was the first session on my calendar that didn't include immediate family members! I met Adriane, her husband, their son, and pup at a local historic park this past Sunday. I had a great time getting to know them and hopefully they didn't think I was too much of a nerd. This cute family of three will soon be a family of four! Adriane is expecting a baby girl in September. I can't wait to photograph her "non-baby shower" party next month, and eventually newborn portraits. I hope you like this sneak peek!

Fore Siblings | Orange County, CA Photographer

Tuesday I headed back out to Orange County for a session with a gorgeous set of siblings.  We set up in their parents' backyard, which also happens to be a golf course (hence the pun in the title.  Hey, I try!).  Luckily we weren't the unintentional targets of any stray golf balls.  This family was so nice to work with.  Great personalities and beautiful, too!   Here's one of the few shots I've worked on so far.   Hopefully Mom and Dad like the final product (a surprise Christmas gift from their kids)!  Thanks for asking me to be a part of the fun, Meghann!

Faith Bible Church Baptisms | Orange County, CA Photographer

Several weeks ago a former co-worker contacted me about photographing her daughter's baptism.  They attend Faith Bible Church in Ladera Ranch.  I had the chance to meet the church body on Sunday and be a part of a special day of baptisms.  Everyone was awesome-- so friendly, warm, and welcoming.  I got a few shots during service and then followed everyone to a member's beautiful home for a wonderful luncheon and then the baptisms.  I had a great time and will be working on editing the photos for the next week or so.  Here's a little sneak peek for the S family.  Thanks for inviting me to be a part of your joyous day!  Enjoy!

Hump Day Update | Winchester Murrieta Temecula, CA Photographer

Tomorrow is Thursday!  That means in just three days I'll be shooting an outdoor baptism over in Orange County.  I'm excited and nervous, too!  I was hoping to have my new gear this week, but that doesn't look like it'll happen.  Maybe next week.  I'm waiting on attorneys and paralegals, so obviously I'm not holding my breath.  I'm going to rent a lens instead, and I think I found a pretty good option in Inland Empire Photo Rentals.

My Moo Minis were supposed to be delivered today, but they failed to show up in my mailbox or my front door.  Hmm.  They better be here tomorrow since I paid extra for 2-3 day shipping.  Tomorrow is day four!

I've been reading up on some Photoshop tutorials courtesy of ILP and worked on some photos from my niece's shoot last week.  Here are some re-worked images.  What do you think?  I'm trying!