Baby A's Christening | San Diego Baby Photographer | Alicia Q. Photography

This past weekend I had the pleasure of photographing the Christening of a beautiful little boy.  Baby "A" was surrounded by family and friends and the love enveloping him was amazing.  I have to admit I had to hold back the tears more than a few times.  I'm such a sucker for celebrations like this.  I'm so happy I could be there to capture these moments for this loving and truly inspiring family.

I can't wait to see what this little man's future has in store for him :)

Here are a few of my favorite shots from the day.

Birthday Session Sale! | Temecula Child Photographer | Alicia Q. Photography

We're having a sale!  For the month of February only, book a birthday portrait session at a super discount!  I love how excited kids get about their birthdays and now parents can add to the celebration with photos to mark the occassion.

These sessions must take place in February and can be done at my in-home studio in Menifee, your home (within 30 miles of 92584), or an outdoor location of choice.  You can bring as many outfits as you'd like, but do keep in mind these sessions will last between 1 and 2 hours total.  Your session will include either a 16x24 print mounted on thick matboard, or a set of 25 custom birthday announcements.  Additionally, you can take 50% off digital packages and 25% off prints 16x24 and smaller.

Call me or email me to schedule your session today.  As always, space is limited and weekends fill up quickly!

xoxo,
Alicia Q.

Day 1 | Project 365 | Alicia Q. Photography

One of my goals for the new year is to complete a Project 365.  I'm committing to taking a photo and posting it to this blog every day of 2011.  There's no theme, really-- just the world through my eyes, I suppose.

Day 1 - 1/1/2011.  Atticus sitting on his ATV ride along watching the Winter Classic on TV.

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!

Mom and her Boys | San Diego Family Photographer | Alicia Q. Photography

I had the pleasure of meeting this beautiful family at Balboa Park.  Mom had warned me the day before that she hoped I was "ready" to photograph her boys.  I was a little nervous for what was in store, but it turns out her boys are not unlike any other boys.  Lively, fun, and completely honest.  It was nice having a look into the future at the different stages my own baby boy will go through.

I had a great time with you guys, Barb!  I hope you enjoy this sneak peek!

Chic, Party of Three | Temecula Family Photographer | Alicia Q. Photography

Finally getting caught up with blogging...

When this family arrived for their session, I had flashbacks from the previous day's shoot.  They were all wearing black coats, too!  This was planned, apparently, as the two families are close friends.  I felt a little left out.  No one sent me the memo!  And to think, I have a black pea coat that needs breaking in this fall.  I would have fit right in!

They looked like they had just stepped off the streets of London, especially with the gals' wool caps.  Aren't they cute??  And they knew how to work 'em, too.  I had so much fun with little J.  She was a real pro when it came to posing herself and giving me "the eye".  I could have taken her photo all day.

Here is a sneak peek from their session.  A little overdue, but it's here!  Enjoy, M family!

Isn't this little lady just stunning??

Lovely little lady | San Diego Child Photographer

Just a warning-- this might be the cutest little girl you've ever seen.  Look at those curls and big brown eyes!  Atiana is such a little angel!  Like most kids this age, she wanted to play and explore instead of have her picture taken.  That's always expected with toddlers.  But I sure had a great time living in her world at the park with mom and grandma.  Atiana tried to join another kid's birthday party at one point and loved the music mommy played for her from her cell phone.  The cutest part of our session together was when she attempted to clean the park by throwing leaves into the trash can-- one by one.  What a good girl!

I know mom and grandma were very excited for this sneak peek.  I hope you enjoy it!