I was so excited to finally be able to photograph this family. I’ve known the mom since middle school. One of my first memories of her was walking to her house after school with a group of girls for her birthday party. She arguably had one of the coolest houses in Big Bear because she had an indoor pool. I’ve known the dad almost as long as well. He and I used to be so competitive in high school for the highest grades. I think I had him beat in calculus, but I’m pretty sure he took the lead in every other category. I don’t think any of our friends would have thought these two would eventually marry, but they did, and have created a beautiful family! Both boys look so much like their dad… hopefully they’ll get mom’s personality. 
(I can only say that because I’ve been friends with them forever)
As you might imagine, photographing a 3yr old and a 1yr old boy can be a bit challenging. What 3yr old boy doesn’t want to run all over the place? What 1yr old (boy or girl for that matter) doesn’t always want to be holding a goldfish? This is why I love challenges. I feel success when I can get them to look in the general direction of my camera and look happy, no matter what they’re doing!
I hope you guys enjoy your sneak peek! I have lots more for you to see in your gallery. ‘Til next time…
I just think this one is fun.
I have some really cute ones of him sitting on those steps. He was smiling and looking at my camera because he was looking for an alien hiding inside. Finding aliens was the newest and most fun adventure in this little boy’s life that week. In the second shot, nothing screams Southern California like palm trees and a beach cruiser, does it?
This one needs no words.
Funny stories to go along with both of these photos. He looks super cute and happy in the first one, right? I, as the photographer, was sooo lucky this little guy looked like he was smiling when indeed he was crying. In the second shot, we were standing in an alley way where the wind blew in just at the right angle to completely blow her skirt up. We’re talking total Marilyn Monroe here. I could see everything she had on under her skirt. Much to her husband’s dismay, I didn’t happen to catch that on my camera because I was bent over laughing so hard, but the restaurant worker sitting outside on his break near us might have had an entertaining 15min.
I don’t know if they knew I was behind them snapping away. I love candids.
Those dark brown eyes reflect the light so beautifully. Don’t both boys just totally look like dad?
I love these shots for a couple of reasons. First, I just love how pure happiness just glows from this little guy’s face. Second, I’m thrilled I managed to nail focus on each one when he was running at lightning speed right at me.
Aren’t they gorgeous? These two have really created an amazing life together.
Playing in the waves was the highlight of this little guy’s day.
Melts my heart.
Love this shot.
Quite possibly my favorite before and after shots. This is how our evening ended. The tide was coming up and before you know it, this poor little guy got knocked over by a wave. Dad was there to pick him up and they quickly stripped all of his wet clothes off and wrapped him in a warm dry towel. It was actually the perfect ending to a fun photo shoot!
It was a true honor to finally be able to take your family photos! Next time I visit, I’ll bring my kids so we can actually hang out more! xoxox
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Beautiful! You did such a wonderful job capturing the kids – I know how hard those ages can be!! Sounds like it was such a fun session.
Krissy, I really just love your work and these are no exception. Fantastic session!
These are STUNNING Krissy. Your work is truly art. Beautiful beach session and I am sure the family is beside themselves with joy.
Krissy, I am so impressed and happy! These are beautiful and you make it look like it was easy
Yay!!! I’m so happy you like them!
Unbelievable images. Checking into flights so you can shoot MY family!!
These are just amazing. You seriously RULE family sessions. I love every single one of them.
Beautiful Work Krissy!! You have such a raw talent and can capture people so perfectly! These are great!
These are absolutely beautiful! You did such fabulous job with these! I know they will adore these!
Incredible images! You did a beautiful job!
LOVE THIS! I haven’t seen them since graduation. It is so nice to see them so happy and their boys are adorable!
I seriously wish you lived by me…wanna move?! These are all perfection, but the first one with mom, the candid of him and dad on the beach and the walking family shot, priceless! I would order those HUGE!
Woman. You are insane. Like, insane in a good way insane. Ya know, like insane in a really talented way. Love these. Dang.
Gorgeous! Truly an amazing session. LOVE IT!!
what a great session. these are all lovely and show such emotion!
Krissy! I love them. I love the candid shots because as you know its hard to get toddlers and preschoolers to cooperate. Vicky and Matt-you all have a gorgeous family!
Gorgeous!!! Beautiful use of light.
These are unbelievably beautiful!
great shots! love the lighting! love you chase and cole!!!
Krissy – your style is set in stone! You deliver with amusing consistency and your photos are always spot on. Love this family and I wish you were closer to take photos of my gang.
STUNNING, Krissy! You do BEAUTIFUL work!
Krissy these are fab! And gosh they are gorgeous! Great work!
beautiful work .. and a gorgeous family! love the candid shots too .. great way of capturing the emotion of the family!
Wonderful images! I love them all. Your work is beautiful and the location is amazing! Great work Krissy!
Krissy, your creativity and style never cease to amaze me! I am so in love with your work! All of it!
Krissy – BEAUTIFUL work! Love, love, love them all but the black and whites are my absolute favorites. The black and white of the little boy hugging his mom just melts my heart. You did such a great job capturing their little personalities and creating wonderful memories for mom and dad!
These are amazing!! My goodness, you really know how to work that light, those colors – simply amazing! Next time you are in SoCal you have to let me know so you can shoot my family!!!
Awesome, awesome, awesome!
These are amazing! I love the ones at the pier and the beach. The family is thrilled, I’m sure!
AMAZING. LOVE every single one!!!
These totally told a story, beginning to end. It made my heart absolutely happy!! Nice work!
What a great looking family. Awesome shots!
LOVE your creativity in that first shot with the mirror!! These are just gorgeous Krissy, you are one talented lady!!
Oh, what fun! You are such a great photographer!
These are so beautiful and creative!
Wowowowow! I am loving this whole session but your beach shots are amazing!
Looks like an awesome session…but then again, so do all of your sessions! Wonderful, wonderful captures!
Krissy you are amazing! AMAZING! I am lost for words!
Stunning work, as always. Love these!
love this session!! gorgeous family!
Krissy – these are great! I can’t pick a fave but I love that first one.
wonderful as always!
I adore the 1st one but they are all wonderful!
oh my goodness gracious! these are all to die for!