February 21, 2007

Family Session

I had a great portrait session with a local family at home. San Francisco is filled with such a great variety of houses. It's always fun to think about ways to use the space to really capture the way a family lives and plays. I make a point of integrating art, rugs, toys and textiles in the client's home to enhance the photographs. Of course, the best part of any photo are the beautiful faces. Here are a few photographs from our session.

POSTED BY DIANA :: 3:39 PM
CATEGORY — GENERAL :: FAMILIES :: KIDS ::

February 13, 2007

Full Circle Fund

I have a background in nonprofit and public sector management and continue to look for ways to stay involved in community issues. Last year, I started working with Full Circle Fund, an engaged philanthropy organization focused on education, affordable housing and technology in the Bay Area. The members are organized into these three impact circles and give both their time and a financial committment to the grantee projects. The impact circles come together on a regular basis to learn from each other and hear from leaders in the community. Check out the slideshow from a January event with Steve Westly!

POSTED BY DIANA :: 9:53 AM
CATEGORY — GENERAL ::

February 02, 2007

A Return

Although we didn’t set out to do it, my husband and I ended up reliving our engagement last weekend with our one-year old in tow. We stopped off at Wild Flour Bread Bakery (I dream of this place!). It’s right across the street from Osmosis, an amazing spa we went to the weekend we got engaged. Last but not least, we spent some time at Sonoma Coast State Beach where Samuel practiced his walking skills and pointedly ignored all the warning signs.

All parents must feel this way, but I can't believe how fast the first year went! I've also noted that, while every age has been great for portraits, there is something special about a one-year old. A new light in the eye, a more adventurous spirit...I love it!