Beth Moser Photography turns 5!

I can't believe it but this month marks the 5 year Anniversary of Beth Moser Photography. I thought it would be fun to go back to a few of my first little baby clients and have them help me celebrate!

In January 2007 I met with my first clients; the Koechner's. I will never forget the day. At the time I was working a day job at Pictage. I remember thinking after I left the session that I am going to work so hard to go off on my own without having a day job. In June 2008, that goal became a reality.

The Koechner's invited me to their home to do an in home studio family session. Since 2007 they have added a new edition; Eve (1). Now the twins are 5 (pictured below), Margot is 10 and Charlie is 12. I remember the session being super easy going, fun and ofcourse a lot of laughs.

Not only were the Koechner's my first clients but they also introduced me to Suzie Gardner. (owner of Burgundy Blue) When I met Suzie something seemed very familiar to me like I had known her for a long time. We became good friends right away. If you ask me about her I will always say, "I love her she is like a sister to me". I started doing Photo Events at her store in March 2007.

That is when I first met the Frawley family. They brought their two kids, Ayden (then 3) and Tyler (then 7-8months). Since that session I have seen them every year for their annual family session. They now have a little brother Dane. You have probably notice Tyler before (with the balloon) because he and his sister are always in my promos and on my website.

I first met Calvin (with the sign below) in 2007 with his brother Cole. What I didn't realize at first was I met Cole when he was a baby. I was working for Purely Kids Photography at that time. In the last 5 years I have photographed both their birthday parties, preschool and kindergarden graduations, family photo sessions and Jennifer's going away party.

Last spring I learned the Fenton's were moving to Princeton, NJ. I was so sad to hear the news. However it wasn't a goodbye instead it was seeing you in Princeton, Beth! Last October while I was in NYC I took a train out to Princeton to see the Fenton's. It was so fun to do their annual holiday session in Princeton. The leaves had changed, the air was crisp, perfect holiday weather. This March they are welcoming a baby girl. I cannot wait to meet her and see the boys with their little sister.

Beth Moser Photography is my baby, my dream. I can't think of any other job I would want to have. I feel so lucky everyday to be able to do what I love for a living. To be invited in to people's lives and have the chance to document families as they grow is priceless and I feel so grateful.

Thank you to the Koechner Family, Suzie Gardner, The Frawley Family, The Fenton family, to all the families I have met in the last 5 years and YOU!

Holiday Portrait Session Special 2011

Meet the Stangel Family: Los Angeles, California

By now you probably know the Tyler's because I have blogged about them a couple times this year as well as Allison's brother. Well I got an email a couple months ago from Renita. When I asked if anyone referred her she replied, "Allison Tyler did". I knew if Allison referred her that they would be an awesome family. Sure enough they were.

Joe and I met The Stangel's at Renita's parents home on a hot Saturday afternoon. The home was beautiful inside and out with tons of places for a good background. The Stangel's were dressed perfect for their photos; not too matchy-matchy but color coordinated!

Baby S was just starting to sit up. She did a great job showing us her tummy time and sit up time. She is a darling sweet baby full of smiles.

Thank you to the Stangel family for inviting me to capture this special time in your lives.

Happy 3rd Birthday Molly and Sam!!

Have you met the sweetest and best cats ever? These are my rescue cats I adopted almost three years ago. I found them at Lacy street shelter sleeping on top of each other. I couldn't bare to separate the two of them so I brought them both home. They bring so much joy to Joe and I. We love them like they are our children.

Today is their 3rd Birthday and I thought it would be fun to have a little Birthday party for them They love real chicken and the canned stuff so today they get to have both. They are so happy right now that they are running all over the place.

To the best cats ever....

I Love you, Molly and Sam!!!

Meet the Hartwicks

Last weekend I met the Hartwicks at the Sepulveda Dam Recreation area. We met at 5pm and the light was perfect. I was really looking forward to this shoot because I had worked with the Hartwicks before. I first met them at one of my Right Start Photo Events. I remember it so well because each one of the kids were and are still so adorable, so bright and so funny.(big hams)

There are a ton from their photo session but these two are my absolute favorite so I had to share them with you. I love the family one because it really shows their personalities. (check out cute Sophie with her missing two front teeth) It is priceless as is the one of the 3 kids. Thank you to the Hartwick family for walking a little ways to get to this beautiful private spot for your photo session. See you next time!

Jackson: Los Angeles, CA

Every time I hear the name "Jackson" the June Carter and Johnny Cash song pops in my head. Yes, I am a huge fan of Johnny Cash and June Carter. If you know me well then I have told you the time he winked at me at a concert. My friend Autumn and I about died!! (one of the best days of my life).

Anyway, back to this Jackson. Joe and I arrived at their home for their photo session. They had a beautiful home with tons of great backgrounds to use. Jackson was ready for you his photo session wearing the biggest smiles ever!

You might wonder why I decided to post these all in black and white. Well, It has been so long since I have done so that I was really missing black and white. Jackson's mom really liked the black and white as well so it seemed fitting for this post.

They are such a beautiful, easy going, fun family to work with. I hope you enjoy the images I chose to share with you today. See you when you are walking Mr. Jackson!!

Baby Caden at 6 days old: Santa Monica, California

Remember Baby Brooklyn? Well this could possibly be her future boyfriend. (No, I am only kidding) Brooklyn's mom, Becky referred me to the Minniear family. The Minniear's are just as sweet and welcoming as Brooklyn's family.

We had plenty to chat about but I was really excited to learn that they both went to IU (Indiana University). That is where my cousin lived and sister graduated from not the mention tons of my friends did too. So when I saw that they had an IU hat for Caden to wear I was so happy!

Caden was bright eyed for half the shoot and slept at the end; the perfect baby model. One of my favorite moments of the shoot was when we finally got him to sleep on his belly naked and his parents paused and at the same time said, "AWE" and then Caden's dad said, "fills my heart". One of the best things I love seeing is proud new parents!

Thank you for having me to your home. Maybe we should do a play date shoot with Brooklyn and Caden!?!? ;)