Aurora & James’ Maternity Session

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You might recognize the faces of Aurora and James from when they got married in San Juan Capistrano back in September of last year. Their wedding was amazing, and even at that time many friends and family talked about how beautiful their children will be. A few months ago I got news from Aurora she was expecting their first baby! We decided to wait until she was about 7.5 months pregnant to have some beautiful portraits taken of the two of them and their newest addition. Aurora wanted to shoot somewhere with a beautiful landscape and grassy fields. Caspers Park in San Juan Capistrano could not be more perfect. Congratulations to you both Aurora and James!! I can’t wait to meet your baby girl!

Mao Maternity

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Mao wanted to celebrate the pregnancy of her first child with some beautiful portraits at her favorite beach. We met up right before sunset, and the lighting was beautiful with a soft, overcast glow that got brighter as the sun set. Mao is about 8.5 weeks pregnant and looks amazing! I love being able to capture such a special time in her family’s life. =)

Delaney’s Birthday Celebration at the Beach

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Yesterday, I had the great pleasure of photographing a beautiful celebration at the beach. My photographer friend Kathryn Colby has daughter who was turning two and being christened on the same day. Kathryn is highly detailed and planned every part of the event; from the color theme, to outfits, homemade cupcakes, and setting up the event site, nothing was overlooked! 60 of her closest friends and family attended the ceremony, and it was a perfect day at the beach in Rancho Palos Verdes! Here’s some of my favorite pictures.

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Happy VDay

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Valerie is an independent woman who loves golfing, dancing, her family, and socializing with her friends. She has great confidence and poise that helped her rock her boudoir photoshoot! We did the session in the comfort of her own apartment with bright natural lighting that poured through her big windows. Here’s a little celebration of hotness for today’s Vday, (and I’m not talking about Valentines!)

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DoIf you’re looking for something special to give your Valentine this Vday, it’s still not too late to schedule your boudoir/portrait photoshoot for yourself for someone special! Contact me asap for more information and to get scheduled this week! sherri@sherrijphotography.com

Bianca + Eric’s Engagement at The Happiest Place on Earth

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I am so lucky to have the coolest clients! Today, I want to share a little love for Bianca and Eric. I met them both a few months ago back in July, as they started planning their intimate beach wedding at the Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort in Huntington Beach. During our initial consultation they shared details about their lives, some plans about their wedding, and desires to have an engagement session at Disneyland! Deep in my heart I knew we were a perfect match, and I just hoped that they felt the same way. I was beyond thrilled with the news when they chose me! This past weekend, as the kids were back in school and the weather was cool, we found the perfect chance to explore the happiest place on Earth!

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We first started in California Adventure, where we found a sea themed carousel with dolphins and a vineyard.

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The sun started setting fast, so we hopped over to Disneyland for the rest of the session. First on our list was a place Bianca scouted online… the “Snow White Bridge.” It was right next to the castle and has cute pink hearts along the sides. Behind the bridge was a wishing well where you can hear Snow White echoing, “I’m wishing, for the one I love, to find me.” So romantic!

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