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Birth Photographer – Canon – Ashley McNamara Photography

Ashley McNamara — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 01:07:52 +0000

Yesterday I woke up with a plan, I was taking the kids to school, editing until 3pm, and then going to shoot a maternity session for PJ .

Boy did plans change.

I noticed as I sat down at my desk that I had a couple of texts, one said, 11:35pm “Headed to the Hospital to get checked… think my water just broke!” I was wracking my brain, thinking of who it could be because I don’t have any newborns due until the end of December, and then found out it was PJ..

I instantly felt excited and bad at the same time, PJ was super excited about her maternity session and now she was going to miss it. I Decided that, that wasn’t an option and (thankfully) having the day almost free I suggested that maybe a birth session was in order because, darn it, we were going to shoot today.

PJ had been in labor since midnight so I rushed over to the hospital hoping not to miss the good parts. PJ was tired but excited, she’s been waiting for this baby for quite some time. I have never seen someone smile so much through delivery… that could have been from the epidural though.

Every time I photograph a birth I am amazed and fascinated. We women are amazing, growing perfect little people in our bellies. PJ was amazing through the entire thing, she kept rubbing her belly saying, “Remember what we talked about… shoot right on out like a Canon.” and at 12:13pm, Canon Morgan was born on his daddies birthday, December 1st, 2010, welcome to the world little man.

If you’re offended by very slight partial nudity or unwashed straight from God babies please don’t click play on the video.

Family Photographer – The Brocious Family – Ashley McNamara Photography

Ashley McNamara — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 17:32:41 +0000

They’re rambunctious, and a little crazy, but they’re mine. The Brocious family has been with me for the last two years, every two months. I have documented Ava and Ashton’s growth as well as the entire family and now I claim them as my own, I just love them.

Ashton is 9 months, NO! 10 months now! In February I will go to San Diego to photograph his first birthday session and it feels way too soon. Luckily, there will be another fabulous 1st birthday party and how Orousha will out do herself once again is beyond me but I look forward to it.

Running a little behind on my blogging, this is from last months Brocious shoot.

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San Francisco Giants Baby – Ashley McNamara Photography

Ashley McNamara — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 22:18:16 +0000

One day after the San Francisco Giants won the world series I received a call from Gyselle, who wanted to book a baby session before leaving the Bay Area amd moving back to the Caribbean because the baseball season is over. Her husband Hensley is the batting coach for the SF Giants. It was so cool being in the city that close to the Giants big win, everyone walking proud in their giants gear. GO GIANTS!

Baby Elijah was such a ham and I had a great time shooting him

During games —- wears these cool headphones mom thought it would be cute to photograph it and she was right, it’s darn adorable..

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Family Photographer – Ren – Ashley McNamara Photography

Ashley McNamara — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:39:43 +0000

I adore this family this would be my 3rd time shooting them and this time baby Ren was walking… well not walking… RUNNING! He was faster than me even and I pride myself in my kid wrangling abilities. Jennifer, Brian, and Ren it was so much fun hanging out with you guys it made my wait in the airport shorter because I got to sort through all of your adorable photos. Enjoy your sneak!

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Family Photographer – Addison – Ashley McNamara Photography

Ashley McNamara — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 16:48:21 +0000

While working in San Diego over the weekend I got to spend some time with little Addison and mom Tracy.

Tracy wanted me to capture her just being with her daughter and that to me is the perfect way to have a photo session. Addison (who reminds me of boo from monsters inc.) had so much energy and was the fast puff eater i’ve ever seen, sweet potato puffs is where it’s at!

PSA – I will now be packing puffs in my carry on they’re the perfect bribery.

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Newborn Photographer – Marcus – Ashley McNamara Photography

Ashley McNamara — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 16:32:20 +0000

When I arrived at the D’Amelio home I was greeted by Keith and immediately noticed his chipper state so I jokingly said. “Wow, Dad, you’re well rested.” to which he replied, “Yeah, My wife is a champ at night.” I had a real good chuckle because I thought he was just being friendly for me but he really was chipper and well rested! Even so you can tell that the D’Amelio house is full of love for their new bundle, Marcus Anthony.

Little Marcus didn’t fuss one bit during all of the poking and prodding I did during our session and even grandma got in a few shots, I always love when grandma gets in the mix.

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Newborn Photographer – Olivia – Ashley McNamara Photography

Ashley McNamara — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 16:37:48 +0000

When I pulled up to the Klein house I saw a peek of bright green through the window. . . I knew that this was going to be a colorful shoot and as an added bonus to the awesome colorful room, I got to use some of my new pink goodies! It’s been awhile since I have photographed a newborn baby girl because It’s been a year of boys… Baby Olivia is such a doll and she was so good to me during our shoot hardly fussing at all. I’ve been lucky this year to work with such wonderful babies.

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Bay Area Newborn Photographer – Jodi – Ashley McNamara Photography

Ashley McNamara — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 19:29:27 +0000

Last week I had the pleasure of snuggling up with.. ahem… I mean photographing little Jodi. She is such a sweet little soul and put up with my squeezing, poking, and squishing like a champ. We shot at Jodi’s grandfathers home in Saratoga which was super cool because the home has been in the family for 100 years.

Brandi and Brett I hope you’re getting enough sleep! Thanks for being patient and enjoy your sneak peek!

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She has the best lips ever..

Bay Area Baby Photography – Ashton – Ashley McNamara Photography

Ashley McNamara — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 02:24:59 +0000

My little man is growing up, no he isn’t mine but I love love love the Brocious kids like they are and cannot imagine not being in their lives. After two years documenting them every 2 months I truly adore the entire family and they couldn’t get rid of me if the tried.

Ashton is 5 months old now and the happiest, cuddliest, and sweetest baby you have ever met. He also loves the camera… loves to slime it that is, speaking of that.. I have some lenses to clean.

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Bay Area Baby Photographer – Will – Ashley McNamara Photography

Ashley McNamara — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 23:28:36 +0000

I have been photographing little will since before he was born (since I did his mom’s maternity photos) He has been the sweetest, happiest, little soul and I just adore him.

Will just turned one and I couldn’t wait to see him while I was working in San Diego, we decided to shoot downtown near the airport which is fitting because Will’s daddy is a pilot for JetBlue.

Cuteness overload below.. I know you’re wondering because I was. All of Wills outfits are from H&M he looks stylin’, right?!

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