…and this
Kristianne Koch Photography Kristianne Koch specializes in artistic portrait photography of families, children and couples. 949-702-7707 kristianne.koch@cox.net
thought: I sure did need this
I’ve been so depressed and stressed over the whole economy thing (imagining myself shooting rabbits in our backyard to feed the kids, wondering if I should stock up on Campbells soup, TP [oh, yeah we can always use leaves] and toothpaste). I needed a good laugh so here’s what helped me cheer up today. The [...]
gap: aarggh matey
merrik’s new pirate boots are the latest in fashion at the playground, beach and around town Kristianne Koch Photography Kristianne Koch specializes in artistic portrait photography of families, children and couples. 949-702-7707 kristianne.koch@cox.net
thought: are you talking about it?
Every once in awhile I allow myself snippets of time to read thought provoking articles from sources that are important to me. I used to subscribe to Orion magazine because of it’s intelligent articles, environmental slant and beautiful artwork. Now I just get their emails but I feel better about not seeing a years worth [...]
thought: are you a photographer?
If you want to get beyond taking snapshots and consider yourself a true photographer, a good place to start is understanding composition. Consider these questions as a part of your learning process toward becoming a photographer who “composes” images rather than just takes pictures: 1. Define the term composition. (4 points) 2. Name and define [...]
gap: san clemente open
We went to the SC Open this past weekend so Merrik could see the little groms riding and surfing. He was so excited to take his skateboard to the skate park but when we got there he was completely overwhelmed with the kids riding all over the place. I think he had more fun watching [...]
gap: remembering summers past
As if I don’t have enough images of this summer, I decided to pull out a few of summers past-before Maliea-to recall the fun we had with Merrik when he was 4 months (at Cottons), 1 year (surfing in Hawaii) and 2 years (at Two Harbors with Gramma and Grampa on Pelican). Kristianne Koch Photography [...]
thought: a new lab in san clemente
Just think, my hick, out of touch town has an opportunity to get on the right path. Ole Hanson would be excited about the LAB development proposed for North Beach because it matches his vision for this town but is probably still crying tears about the blundering project at Marblehead that will destroy this town. [...]
gap: best buds
Kristianne Koch Photography Kristianne Koch specializes in artistic portrait photography of families, children and couples. 949-702-7707 kristianne.koch@cox.net
gap: first bites
Maliea had her first bites of solid food on Sunday, September 14. Kristianne Koch Photography Kristianne Koch specializes in artistic portrait photography of families, children and couples. 949-702-7707 kristianne.koch@cox.net
gap: new highchair
Maliea has officially acquired Merrik’s beloved chair. Merrik is excited about his “new” chair that was mine when I was a little girl visiting my Mom-mom and Pop-pop (shown next to Maliea in this image). Kristianne Koch Photography Kristianne Koch specializes in artistic portrait photography of families, children and couples. 949-702-7707 kristianne.koch@cox.net
gap: boys (and girl) of summer
Kristianne Koch Photography Kristianne Koch specializes in artistic portrait photography of families, children and couples. 949-702-7707 kristianne.koch@cox.net
gap: yard work
The boys are at it again-making the yard look awesome. Kristianne Koch Photography Kristianne Koch specializes in artistic portrait photography of families, children and couples. 949-702-7707 kristianne.koch@cox.net
gap: my sunshine
Kristianne Koch Photography Kristianne Koch specializes in artistic portrait photography of families, children and couples. 949-702-7707 kristianne.koch@cox.net
gap: picmic at the harbor
On Saturday we had a picnic (Merrik says ‘picmic’) at the harbor. We packed up some grilling stuff and headed down to the tables in front of the Dana Point Yacht Club entrance. It was absolutely beautiful and we got there right when most of the day sailors were coming back in from their jaunts. [...]
gap: chase me, dad
Kristianne Koch Photography Kristianne Koch specializes in artistic portrait photography of families, children and couples. 949-702-7707 kristianne.koch@cox.net
thought: there goes that friday night
Friday night Jim got home early. We were all so excited to have dad home for dinner, chasing around the house and just to see his smiling face. He was exhausted so we started to settle in for a relaxing evening. I was in the middle of making our famous Spicy Vegetable Curry so he [...]
thought: ciao nana papa
We miss you already. Hope you are keeping up with our life while you enjoy your Italian cruise on Oceania Cruise Line! Kristianne Koch Photography Kristianne Koch specializes in artistic portrait photography of families, children and couples. 949-702-7707 kristianne.koch@cox.net
thought gap: the last days of summer
We spent another wonderful afternoon at the beach. We met Garrett and Marla around 3:00pm. Marla and her husband, Roberto, are the cool people who wrote and published the Olas Books you see in shops everywhere around town. I first met Marla at her yoga class through the city back in 2003 and we’ve kept [...]
gap: diaperhangers
Merrik is an amazing helper around the house. He loves to take out the trash, sweep, vacuum, mow the lawn, wash the dishes, dust and do the laundry. Today he helped me take the diapers off the line while I held Maliea. He’s amazing. I wonder how long all this will last! Kristianne Koch Photography [...]
gap: merrik james photography
some of my favorites from today’s sesh: Kristianne Koch Photography Kristianne Koch specializes in artistic portrait photography of families, children and couples. 949-702-7707 kristianne.koch@cox.net
gap: and he swam and he swam
merrik’s biggest fan Kristianne Koch Photography Kristianne Koch specializes in artistic portrait photography of families, children and couples. 949-702-7707 kristianne.koch@cox.net
gap: surf’s up
We headed down to the Boost Mobile Pro at Lowers this morning to catch a few heats. It was a gorgeous day and I am bummed we didn’t stay longer but it was a haul taking Merrik and Maliea down in the “two-sided stroller” so I was worn out by 1:30p. our annual camera phone [...]
gap: baby pool
We went to Aunt Cindy and Uncle Greg’s for dinner and a dip in the baby pool Sunday night. It was as fun as always. We are so lucky to have all our family so close. Merrik and Maliea are the luckiest kids alive to have such an awesome extended family. I am bummed I [...]