Kristie called me wanting to do a “Just Because” session and to get some professional portraits & headshots. I thought it was a fantastic idea! In today’s day and age with so many online social networks who doesn’t want a fabulous picture that goes way above & beyond the “tacky myspace self portraits” IF you are still using one of these on all your social networks- PLEASE call me to schedule your Just because session!!! Hellloooooo!

Anyways, Kristie brought along Twinkie and I fell in love!! It’s hard to resist cuddling & kissing!!

Seriously didn’t you just now?? It was a little windy but still a gorgeous day!

There were tons of outfit changes to show off her amazing personality.

This session was soo much fun! Kristie & Twinkie I hope to see you soon!!

Special thanks to Josephine Harmon and her amazing Make-Up Artistry!!

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We love our mothers, our daughters but we also love our dogs! And they love us unconditionally!!

This mother daughter duo is so amazing. I can’t even begin to tell you how awesome they both are! I will just let you see how their beauty exudes from within.

I had a blast hanging out with these ladies in mom’s home and her beautiful garden; home to huge nopales, lavender and gorgeous roses.

This little one was Fiesty!!

and this one was nothing but prim & proper all ladylike.

This last image isn’t technically the best, however I love it because in 10-20-30… years, what each woman will remember is the relationship they had with each other. To me this says it all – a relationship so loving that siting at the kitchen table with each other is worth more than all the money in the world.

thank you ladies maybe next time we’ll do a 3 generation picture with grandmom too!

, originally uploaded by Mariana Maya Photography.

It was sooo hot here in the Bay Area last weekend! Regardless Baby was a trooper and sat long enough for her family portrait. Well ok- she was being a bit of a Diva, but still gave me this beautiful pose.

Her mommy, had called me a few months ago to have me come over and do a very informal portrait session of the whole family. We were finally able to make it happen. You see her (human) mommy is a true hero! She’s the one that shows up and saves lives when you call 911 and then transports you to the emergency room if needed. Despite having worked a full nights shift and having a 10am photo session she was still all smiles and beautiful.

Here’s a few shots of the day…