Kate the Great Turns Four

Tickets...Tickets....Get Your Tickets.....

Kates Carnival is about to begin..... Step right up and grab your carnival cape....oh and don't forget to grab your nose...there will be LOTS of clowning around!

On your way in be sure not to miss Kate the Greats Wall of Fame before picking up refreshment Kateorade aka-Gatorade, Popcorn, and your cotton candy!  The adorable display of images pinned up perfectly with each clothespin labeling her age.....just darling!

Step right up nothing to be afraid of at this carnival....the carnies are the cutest girls in town!

I have been dying to share this with you! Not too long ago I wrote about Ashley Williams 4th of July party and how FABULOUS it was....well her little darling Kate the great brought a carnival to Turlock to celebrate her 4th birthday! Ashley thinks of everything when it comes to party planning. Ashley called on Alison from Starlit Nest to help with all of the decor....from the capes, carnie aprons, carnival banners, backdrops and even cake topper Alison of Starlit Nest really set the stage for the big top bash!



 It is heartwarming to see creative talents come together and to be included in the joy that it brings to others just tops it all.

I am truly convinced that Ashley should be party planning for a living....she is soooo good at it. I wish I could share all of the fabulous images from this fantastic birthday!

Thanks to the following artists!

Steven's Balloon Art
 Face The Design Face Painting
Sparkles the clown....sorry I am missing your information!  If provided I would love to share!

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Kick'n it at the Kistler Ranch

I was so honored to work with Kelly and Matt on their wedding day.  I worked with her sister, Taylor,  a few years ago on her wedding and I just adore their family!!!  The best word to describe them is lovely!  Kelly was filled with excitement on their wedding day she was glowing from head to toe!  Kelly and Matt selected the perfect spot to hold their wedding....Matt's backyard-The Kistler Ranch.

Kelly had a vision of country chic.  Immediately after getting engaged she put her Dad to work on all of the details!  Mark Lytle is a fabulous designer and made her vision come to life.  

Guests entered the ceremony through the hay barn where they were greeted with vintage doors, windows and even her mom's wedding dress.  For the ceremony guests were seated on the most appropriate country seats....hay bales.  As Kelly walked down the aisle she gleamed from head to toe when met Matt's eyes.   

The wedding party was full of FUN!!!  The girls were dressed in yellow with fabulous hair done by Chrissy from Streaks Salon.  I just love her creativity!  The boys were dressed in grey and yellow...hair done by themselves:) 

The reception was held in the middle of the rodeo area...the guest greeted Kelly, Matt and the wedding party with WooHoos, HeHa and Yahoos as they entered the area through the cow shoot! 

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Farm Fun with the Piccardo Family

What is it about little boys....they look like angels but once in awhile you can see a little spark in their eye that tells you they are much more complex then that!!! These three little ones were such a joy to capture! As you can see they were born to farm! They are totally at home on a tractor or next to a large piece of equipment! There were so many faves on this session it is next to impossible to pick. Here are a few....some make me laugh because of the boys expressions!!! Thanks for including me in your family session at the farm!

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Brooke and Nick Esession-Saddle Creek
Brooke Lewis and Nicholas Gaither are a delightful couple. Shooting at Saddle Creek Golf Course was a blast as everywhere you turn is a gorgeous setting! Brooke and Nick are so relax and fun to work with! They make a stunning couple. I am looking forward to their wedding October 20, 2012 at the Palm Event Center in the vineyard, in Pleasanton, CA. Here are a few from our session in Saddle Creek.

SUGAR & SPICE AND EVERYTHING NICE THAT IS WHAT LITTLE GIRLS ARE MADE OF

Congratulations to Melissa, Greg and Lily Brewer! They recently spiced up their family with a SWEET little girl! Lily sure makes a good big sister! Such a beautiful family! Thank you for including me in your sweethearts first photo session!

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