Behind the doors of a small Rancho Cucamonga apartment is a magic kingdom full of cuddles, kindness, dance parties, and life, so much life. It is also home to one of the sweetest sibling group I’ve had the pleasure of documenting. The way the two oldest loved and celebrated their little brother is a beautiful gift. This family was built over time and struggle, love and loss. Documenting an afternoon in their life was an absolute pleasure. I first met Veronica when she won a complementary session giveaway in partnership with The Juniper Blog. Upon learning that these would be the first professional pictures her family had I was thrilled…

Did you notices the Captured Grace by Erin website got a new look? Maternity leave provided an amazing opportunity for me to reflect on what I would like my family photography business to bring to this world. After embracing my tiny daughter, crying deep tears of doubt and fear, soaking in sweet smiles and logging more hours in a rocking chair than I ever thought possible, I knew my soul longed to create authentic, meaningful images that reflect the heart and soul of family. Images that would remind parents of the magic found in the mundane moments of parenthood. Images that would spotlight the grace in the grind of raising…

“I love you much, most beautiful darling, more than anything on the earth and I like you better than anything in the sky.” – e.e. Cummings They met among anatomy text books and patient rotations, both studying for a career that would call them to serve adults. As doctors they prepared for illness, diagnosis, prescriptions and treatment plans. Their life together has taken them across the country for medical residency here in Los Angeles. Life also brought them not one, but two precious girls to love. When I asked if twins ran in either family, they laughed, exchanged looks of unbelief and responded “no” in unison. Yet you would never…

This family is so special to me. To enter their home is to walk into warmth and love. A place where laughter echoes off the walls and togetherness permeates the air. This is a home where children are loved and time together is treasured. Yes, a few tears and teachable moments are scattered throughout as well. This is real life with two toddlers and an infant after all. When Justin first met Krystal many years ago there was little doubt that they were each other’s person. Yet neither knew just how God would challenge and grow them over the years. This last year was no exception. Finding out about a…

It is one thing when your friends start having babies, it is quite another thing when your baby brother’s friends start having little ones. Reconnecting with Daniella was a treat. She is part of my little brother’s circle of friends from church and seeing her as a mother is amazing. Daniella and Joshua are such a great pair. They are fun and silly with each other and both totally adore their beautiful daughter Violet. From morning coffee and bead head hair to cuddles and walks, to bath time traditions and first steps, our day was filled with laughter and exploration. I love when a day in the life family session…

These girls are adored. That is clear from the moment you walk in the door of the Powell family home. Dan and Heather met at work. An office friendship blossomed into a romance and three beautiful baby girls soon graced their family. With 3 little ones so close in age the family is in constant motion. Dan and Heather move through it all with ease and in partnership. They played in the park, painted nails, made beautiful butterflies, baked cupcakes, recorded music, learned to ride bikes, and took airplane rides courtesy of dad. Most importantly they love and love well. Hugs and tickles flow freely in this home. Kisses and…

“While we try to teach our children all about life, our children teach us what life is all about.” ― Angela Schwindt I was so excited to be invited back into the Nunez home a few weeks after baby Charlotte joined them. Documenting her birth was a joy that you can read more about here and I knew my additional time telling the story of life with a newborn would be just as amazing. There are some families that just radiate joy and togetherness. Ones where the second you walk in the door you know you want to be a part of their world. There is a peace and calm…

To watch your friends grow into parents is truly a privilege. Kim and Spencer are such genuine and true people. They are the ones you want to know when they walk in a room. They are passing these traits down to their daughter. Little Sophie is truly a light and joy. Full of energy and emotions she wears her heart in the open. To spend a day in their lives is to slow down and savor the moments. To enter into their family is to enter into the rest that comes with openness and honesty, love and humility. To be able to elevate the ordinary in their day through the…