2021 Fall Mini Sessions in Orange County

I love fall. The crunchy leaves, pumpkin everything, the cooler weather, scarves, boots, cozy fires, pine trees... I'll take it all! Even though we're still in pretty warm temperatures, I just know fall will be peeking in soon to say, "Hey there, are you ready for me?" I can't wait.

To celebrate all things fall, we're kicking off the season with fall mini sessions in Orange County! This is the best time to get your cute family picture for Christmas cards, or even if you've just been wanting to get in a fun photo shoot with your loved ones.

Fall mini sessions are $295 and include:

• 20 minute session

• Online gallery of images for viewing and sharing

• Your choice of 8 high-resolution digital images with the option to purchase additional digital images or the full gallery

• 10% off printed products (canvases, wood prints, mounted prints, prints, etc.)

MINI SESSION DATES & LOCATIONS:

Sunday, Oct. 10 | Brea, CA

4:00 - 4:20 : Booked
4:30 - 4:50 : Available
5:00 - 5:20 : Available

Friday, Oct. 29 | Yorba Linda Regional Park, Yorba Linda

3:30 - 3:50 : Available
4:00 - 4:20 : Available
4:30 - 5:00 : Booked

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FULL SESSION EXPERIENCES:

If you're looking for something more, I am also offering my signature full session experiences which includes your choice of a date & location, a 1 hour session, and 50 high-resolution digital images in an online gallery for printing & sharing. Please reach out if you're interested in learning more about these full session experiences.

I can't wait to be a part of your family's special fall memories!
xoxo,
Kristen

Ready to book or have a few questions? Email me and let's get the fun started!

To my daughter, on your birthday

Oh dear Grace,

My magical, beautiful, sweet-as-sugar little girl. You are ONE today, and I don’t think your mommy’s heart can handle it.

It seems like just yesterday we were at the hospital hearing your cry and seeing your perfect face for the very first time. Your daddy and I fell in love with you in that moment, and fall even more in love each and every day.

You fill our lives and everyone around you with SO. MUCH. JOY.

You smile all the time — as if your smile is as effortless as each breath you take. You’re talkative, and cuddly, and adventurous, and determined. You like to pick out books, explore the toys in your room by taking them in and out of their bins, WALK all around, dance to music, play peek-a-boo and chase with daddy. You say, “mommy” and “daddy” and “hi.” You’re a very good eater and love fruits, avocado, and especially cheese. You love walks and playground time, and watching and waving at all the kids.

“Her eyes are so big and beautiful.” We hear these words often.

And with those blueish-greenish eyes, you take in the whole world. You watch and notice and see details and people and marvel at everything. Hold on to this, baby girl. This life is so grand and I want you to keep exploring it, savoring it, and loving the beauty that surrounds you.

Your life is just beginning and there’s so much ahead. I pray you dance and twirl your way through it all. Enjoy every moment, love well, and be kind.

Daddy and I will be with you each step of the way.
Go ahead and keep shining, you’re ONE on this day.

Happy birthday, Gracie girl.

I’ll love you forever,
Mommy

“Of all the things my hands have held, the best by far is you.”

My Favorite Baby Registry Items

One of the most overwhelming things during pregnancy was navigating ALL OF THE BABY THINGS and figuring out what the heck to put on my registry. Mommas… can I get an amen?

I vividly remember sitting at the dinner table with some close friends who started talking about BuyBuyBaby, and how it was this awesome place where they had so many baby products “out in real life” so you can touch, feel, and get a sense for a product before you bought it. It sounded like Disneyland for new moms, and I was super excited to check out this mysterious place.

And then I got there. And oh my, I felt a mix of… “This is so cool” and “I’m totally overwhelmed.” I was there for three hours and honestly didn’t know the difference between Britax, Chicco, UPPAbaby… which one to get? I had to put just one carseat on the registry, so how do you choose? And will I really need a bottle warmer? Wipe warmer? Help a momma out!

These are the products that turned out to be my beloved, most fav products during Gracie’s first year:

• Podster by Leachco

• Nested Bean Sleep Sack

• Avent Natural Glass Bottles

• CopperPearl Nursing Cover and Swaddles

• Dock-A-Tot

• Zipadee-Zip

• Happy Baby Carrier

• Emily Ley Baby Book

• SkipHop Silver Lining Activity Center

• BOB Stroller - love this stroller for walks around our neighborhood

• Baby Jogger City Select LUX - this is the stroller we used for the first 6 months. I loved that we could snap her carseat in to this one, and when she was big enough, we could sit her in the regular seat and also turn the seat TOWARDS us, rather than away. This is now the stroller I keep in my trunk for when we’re out and about, and the BOB stays at home for our daily walks.

• Chicco Fit2

• DaVinci Ruby Recliner and Glider

• Sarah Wells Cold Gold Cooler Bag

• LoveEvery Play Mat

• Wooden Baby Brush set

• The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding book

• Little Unicorn Hooded Towels

• Milkmaid Goods Diaper Bag

• Bamboobies Soothing Nursing Pillows

• NatureBond Silicone Manual Pump

Here are additional favorite products from the KLP community:

• The Snoo

• The Owlet

• Wubanub

• Halo Sleep Sacks

• Blackout curtains

• Cloth diapers for burb cloths

• Lavender essential oil

• Butt Paste

Happy registry building, mommas! Try not to do what I did and spend hours upon hours researching… research a little, and then go with whichever makes you happier <3

If you’d like a “non-traditional” baby item to add to your registry, let’s get baby photos on the list! Check out my Baby Plans for a mix of maternity + baby photo options. xoxo

Lincoln Griffith | Natural Light Inland Empire Newborn Session

As an Inland Empire and Orange County family photographer, it’s been an honor to photograph this sweet family from the very beginning. From their first session when their little girl turned 1, to fall family sessions, to today as they welcomed their little boy into the family, it’s been amazing to be by their side and document these early years!

Welcome to the world, Lincoln! You hit the family jackpot.

“It’s true what they say: your heart only grows bigger when you are blessed with a second child. This little man has stolen mommy’s heart (& sleep!) in a way I never knew possible.

It has also brought me a deepened love and admiration of my little girl as she embraces her role as big sister, and of my husband as he keeps me supported and sane as my teammate and partner. Taking on two kids is a whirlwind and has shifted our lives and routines, but there is so much love and fun that has come from Lincoln joining the Griffith family!

A huge thank you to the most incredible photographer, Kristen, for capturing the sweet moments of our new journey as a family of 4!” - Erin Griffith, Lincoln’s momma

Interested in booking a newborn session?

2019 Fall Mini Sessions in Orange County

I love fall. The crunchy leaves, pumpkin everything, the cooler weather, scarves, boots, cozy fires, pine trees... I'll take it all! Even though we're still in pretty warm temperatures, I just know fall will be peeking in soon to say, "Hey there, are you ready for me?" I can't wait.

To celebrate all things fall, we're kicking off the season with fall mini sessions! This is the best time to get your cute family picture for Christmas cards, or even if you've just been wanting to get in a fun photo shoot with your loved ones.

Fall mini sessions are $295 and include:

• 20 minute session

• Online gallery of images for viewing and sharing

• Your choice of 8 high-resolution digital images with the option to purchase additional digital images or the full gallery

• 10% off printed products (canvases, wood prints, mounted prints, prints, etc.)

MINI SESSION DATES & LOCATIONS:

Friday, Oct. 4 | Irvine Regional Park, Orange, CA

4:00 - 4:20 : Booked
4:30 - 5:30 : Booked (full session)
5:30 - 6:00 : Booked

Note: Exact Chino Hills and La Verne/San Dimas location may change, but will have similar look/feel

Saturday, Oct. 5 | Chino Hills

4:00 - 4:20 : Booked
4:30 - 4:50 : Booked
5:00 - 5:20 : Booked

Sunday, Nov. 10 | San Dimas

3:00 - 3:20 : Booked
3:30 - 3:50 : Booked
4:15 - 4:35 : Available

Monday, Nov. 11 | Christmas Tree Farm, Brea, CA
*This location has added site fee of $25 per session

3:00 - 3:20 : Available
3:30 - 3:50 : Booked
4:10 - 4:30 : Booked
4:30 - 4:50 : Booked

Wednesday, Nov. 13 | Christmas Tree Farm, Brea, CA
*This location has added site fee of $25 per session

3:30 - 3:50 : Available
4:00 - 4:20 : Booked

Sunday, Nov. 17 | Irvine Regional Park, Orange, CA

2:45 - 3:05 : Available
3:15 - 3:35 : Booked
4:00 - 4:20 : Booked

FULL SESSION EXPERIENCES:

If you're looking for something more, I am of course offering my signature full session experiences which includes your choice of a date & location, a 1 hour session, all of your images (50+) in an online gallery for ordering & sharing, a USB with all of your images for safe-keeping. Please reach out if you're interested in learning more about these full session experiences.

I can't wait to be a part of your family's special fall memories!
xoxo,
Kristen

Ready to book or have a few questions? Email me and let's get the fun started!