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Child Photographer – Zavi and Jakai – Ashley McNamara – San Diego Photographer

Ashley McNamara — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 18:44:52 +0000

It has been a long and busy couple of months and I have been not so patiently waiting to process pictures from my trip to Raleigh, NC

I was there for my good friend Marie Cox who was going into surgery to have a hysterectomy.. CANCER SUCKS! I wanted to be there to help out, entertain the kids, and eat boberry biscuits ummmmmmm biscuits.. Did I just type that?

While I was there I took some pictures of Marie’s awesome albeit big headed children minus the oldest Tayvonne who wouldn’t dare be photographed, I’ll get you next time Tay.. I was there for 5 days [I think] and I took 1600 pictures 90% of them were of Zavia that girl is my muse.. I love her.

Here are some pictures from my trip and this is what 3000 in a plane looks like..

Jakai, I miss your cute and cuddly self.

Within the first 5 seconds I was in the door Jakai was hanging on my leg and every morning he would sit in my lap and play with my hair.

Zavia, I miss your sweet dance moves.

Zavia is a self proclaimed diva. While Jakai was fixing my hair, Zavia was listening to music on my laptop or begging me to take video of her dancing… err… I mean make music videos.

Raleigh was a good time.. I did a couple of shoots while I was there one with the awesome Heather Love and had some super BBQ at The Pit [check it out] with my friend Gretchen Mathison, thanks everyone for showing me an awesome time and thanks Marie for letting me crash your house.

Baby Photography – Princess Ava – Ashley McNamara – San Diego Photographer

Ashley McNamara — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 16:26:33 +0000

and were back!

Following Ava as she grows through her first year. She is now almost 8 months old and one of the daintiest babies I have ever met. I just love her to bits!

Ava’s likes: The color pink, tutu’s, Dancing Broby, and long walks on the beach

Birthday Bash – Ashley McNamara – San Diego Event Photographer

Ashley McNamara — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 17:58:16 +0000

♥ Tutu Heaven ♥

When my Baby Planner asked me to photograph her oldest daughter, Aasha’s, birthday, I knew it was going to be fabulous. What I didn’t know was that this was a party to end all parties! Don’t get me wrong, I’ve always known these clients had amazing taste, but the time and planning that went into this party left me speechless! It was absolutely gorgeous! Little bits of “eye candy” wherever you looked. From the amazing cupcake cake to the personalized M&M’s, this is definitely a 2nd birthday to be remembered! I’m having a bit of picture overload, I tried to narrow it down, honestly I did, but they were all just so amazing! Enjoy!

I can’t wait to see what you do for Ava’s 1st, Orousha!!!

These personalized M&M’S were the best.. they have pictures that I have taken of Asha on them.

The party favors.. Boxes of M&M;s and white chocolate covered pink popcorn.

Blowing out the imported birthday candle which unexpectedly shot fire out the top when lit.

Carlie – Ashley McNamara – San Diego Child Photographer

Ashley McNamara — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 01:26:02 +0000

It isn’t often enough that I photograph kids older than two so this was a cool change of pace. Enjoy your sneak peek, Carlie!

I couldn’t decide which one to post so I will just post them both.

Giving is Awesome – Ashley McNamara – San Diego Photographer

Ashley McNamara — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 16:47:03 +0000

Give someone something special…My friends over at Essential Imagery have set up this fan-freaking-tastic site Giving is Awesome and I wanted to share the love too.

You know someone. You know someone who’s experienced a tragedy, is struggling to stay afloat, is raising kids while holding down more than one job, or is volunteering selflessly despite extenuating personal circumstances. You know someone who can’t afford custom photography, but who would cherish it this holiday season. You know someone who deserves a year-round reminder of their family’s spirit, love, and beauty.

You know someone. I guarantee it.

I want to know who they are, and I want to give them the chance to experience complimentary custom photography – $1000 worth, to be exact. It’s in your power to give them the artwork they deserve this holiday season.

Oh, and the best part? The person who nominates the winner receives a FREE session worth $250.00. What better reason to show some love could there possibly be, people?

The rules:

* You cannot nominate yourself, and the person nominated must sincerely be incapable of purchasing my services. (Being unable to make mortgage payments for a two-million-dollar-vacation-home in Paris does not qualify as sincere financial need.)

* The nominee must reside in San Diego California. Tell me who you know, what they’re experiencing, and why they deserve my artwork. Please include a way to contact both your nominee and yourself as well.

* You must e-mail me the full story : ashley@ashleymcnamara.com

The winner will be announced on New Years Eve — get nominating! I can’t wait to read all of your entries!

Open your heart to someone this holiday season — and thanks for giving me the opportunity to open mine.

With love,

Ashley McNamara

The Brocious Family – Ashley McNamara – San Diego Newborn Photographer

Ashley McNamara — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 05:03:34 +0000

Another beautiful family! This is one of the family’s I’ll be shooting through the year and I couldn’t be happier about it! This is little Ava’s 3 month old session. (You might remember seeing her newborn pictures a few months ago!) Hard to believe how fast the time flies! Orousha enjoy the sneak peak!

Her “best friend” is the ceiling fan. I had to test this theory and yes, the fan is her best friend.

Always a ham…Big sister.

Sweet Cheeks – Ashley McNamara – San Diego Infant Photographer

Ashley McNamara — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:34:20 +0000

Hey folks. I am still playing catch up around here..I only have one to share today but I figured it was better than nothing. This little guy didn’t want anything to do with that hat but I just loved the way his sweet ittle round face looked in it.

A picture is worth a thousand words – Ashley McNamara – San Diego Family Photographer

Ashley McNamara — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 17:40:42 +0000

My favorite pictures are those that do not need an explanation and this shoot was full of them. My friend Kristin Rachelle (also a San Diego photographer) asked me to photograph her family and if you have met Kristin you will know that she is a blast so I couldn’t resist the opportunity! There are lots of “say cheese” moments in this shoot but of course I picked the funny/wacky ones because that’s just how I am.

My favorite red staircase.

What are little girls made of? – Ashley McNamara – San Diego Photographer

Ashley McNamara — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 21:37:06 +0000

”They’re made of ribbons and butterfly kisses and wonder at Christmas and birthday wishes and a heap of giggles and wiggles and love; these are the things little girls are made of.”

Sweet Ella is about to celebrate her first birthday. Ella and family are from the bay area and wanted to have some pictures taken before she goes and grows up on them. Believe me, I know the feeling.

As requested here is some info:

Shot using a Canon 40D, Lenses used 24-70 2.8L and 50mm 1.4, all shot between 1.4 and 2.8, ISO 200-600

I have gotten a couple of emails asking where I shot the “field” pictures. This shot was taken in front of a teeeny patch of grass in a shopping center where I live. I wish I could find a huge field of the stuff..if you know where one is let me know.

Holland Family – Ashley McNamara – San Diego Photographer

Ashley McNamara — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 05:09:26 +0000

beautiful family. beautiful day. beautiful memories.

The Holland’s came all the way from Texas to visit sunny San Diego! I am lost for words so I will just let the pictures speak for themselves! Enjoy the sneak peek, guys!!