Wilting flowers can be oh, so beautiful! Before you throw them out, add them to your kids bath with a (big) splash of milk, and let them have a blast. Not only does it look amazing, it's also a sensory bath - so let your kiddos smell and feel the gorgeousness. (But no tasting, of course!) I added these flowers and a couple of drops of lavender oil to Olivia's bath before bedtime last night, and let her do her thing. Here's the result! #childrenphotography #santaclaritaphotogr

I'm all about capturing real emotions. You know, those emotions you absolutely can't fake! A forced smile is easy to spot, and as lovely as it might look in a portrait, it doesn't beat TRUE happiness caught on film (well, actually...a digital file). Although it might be necessary in some cases, and it does looks nice from time to time, I tend to navigate away from staged portraits - especially with toddlers. I mean, how long does a two-year-old really sit still? Well, if the

In need for a fun afternoon with your kids? Well, I've got a fun idea for you: Go explore Travel Town! This very cute train museum is located right off the 134 freeway (next to LA Zoo and Griffith Park) and the 'town' is just as fun for the adults as it is for the kids. We go there with Olivia all the time - she absolutely LOVES trains! In addition of seeing old (and huge!) locomotives, railroads, and antique wagons, there's also a cute little train that you can ride and it t