[life] is a jewel
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We visited the Jewel of the California Missions this weekend. It was a beautiful day and the kids loved just walking around the old ruins. I forget about it until I drive by once in awhile and then think of going to see it. Merrik and Maliea especially loved the koi ponds and the gift [...]
[photography] is a rugged and stunning location | socal family photographer
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Merrik and I scouted an out of the way, rugged beach for a photo session the other day. It is located in San Clemente State Beach system and was the most perfect spot for this mom looking to set out on a new career path so she can have more time with her two adorable [...]
[life] is a family gathering
![[life] is a family gathering](http://kristiannekochphotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/20091126_thanksgivingday_collage02-150x150.jpg)
We ended up spending Thanksgiving with my family this year for a change. It’s been awhile because we usually go to Coronado or the local mountains with Jim’s family. It was an easy and relaxing day. I made wild rice with cranberries and toasted pecans and a cold cauliflower salad with capers that sounds gross [...]
[life] is a rad running race
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Merrik went to a classmates 5th birthday party that was planned out in detail by the birthday boy. From the running race to the pit stop with water and oranges, he wanted it to be like a real 10K for kids. They all had a blast and were exhausted after a full lap around the [...]
[life] is a day at Merrik’s school
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I love to go in to Merrik’s school and capture the joy and playfulness of the kids there. Of course I am supposed to be supervising them too so sometimes what makes for a great shot is not the safest or most appropriate behavior on the playground so I need to control myself (and the [...]
[photography] is a location scout
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Merrik tagged along on my location scout today. He had to pee the whole time so I tried to encourage him to find a spot next to a bush. He loves to do it that way at home when there is an opportunity. However, I don’t know if it was the unstable cliffs or the [...]
[life] is the little riddles at home
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We’ve been spending quite a bit of time at home lately trying to keep everyone healthy. Jim has been swamped at work so the weekends “relaxing” at home with the kids has been the best way for him to rejuvenate. Relaxing at home usually includes chase sessions around the house, playing “waves” in the bedding, [...]
[photography] is a feast day
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Merrik had his first Thanksgiving feast at preschool this past week. After being out all week with the flu, he bounced back in time for the festive day. He was so excited to go back to school to see his friends that he was bouncing off the walls all morning. When he got there they [...]
[photography] is my elementary school alma mater
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I was asked recently to do some photography at the elementary school where I spent 8 of my formative years. My (literally life-long) friend David-whose boys attend school there too-is helping with their website and felt there was a need for some updated photography. I was excited and jumped at the opportunity to go back [...]
[life] is model trains, water slides and snakes
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We took off on a somewhat spontaneous getaway for our anniversary this past weekend. I started the tradition on our 5th anniversary when I planned a surprise weekend in Marina Del Rey. Now Jim expects it every year and I am getting to like the idea. We decided to do something different. Seeing as Jim [...]
[life] is bath time
![[life] is bath time](http://kristiannekochphotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/20091113_inthebath_collage01-150x150.jpg)
I love bath time at our house but I rarely document it because we have the funkiest and ugliest jacuzzi tub that the kids love to play in. It’s set into a space that was originally designed for a shower. It even has jets but it needs so much water to fill it up for [...]
[life] is finally a playdate
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Merrik and Maliea finally had the chance to get wild with Joseph and Noah the other day. They love hanging out with these kids but it’s been several busy months of work, school and threats of swine flu that have kept us apart. Rebecca and I love getting the kids together so we can chat [...]
[photography] is a sneak peak | granger family
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I had so much fun photographing a large part of Ami Marie’s family recently. She bent over backward into a handstand to get them all together for a photo session while they were in town for a family birthday celebration. She was ultimately hoping that she could get all the “kids” in one shot-her dad [...]
[life] is greeting the morning
![[life] is greeting the morning](http://kristiannekochphotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/20091107_inthemorning_collage01-150x150.jpg)
The other day Merrik greeted the morning in his sleeping bag outside. Maliea greeted it singing and dancing and twirling her bowl cut hair. Kristianne Koch Photography Kristianne Koch specializes in artistic portrait photography of families, children and couples. 949-702-7707 kristianne.koch@cox.net
[photography] is the joy of childhood
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I had to share just a couple of images (pre sneak peak’s!) from a recent shoot. These sum up for me what it feels like to be a kid. This little girl goes to school with Merrik and was such a joy to chase and photograph. My favorites are the ones that I was able [...]
![[life] is togetherness](http://kristiannekochphotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/20021109_riddlewedding02-150x150.jpg)
[photography] is new personal work
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I just created three new images for my “Pierside” series and need to narrow it down to one. Please leave your comments!!! I would love to find out which one you all like best. I will eventually be mounting the final print to a 12 x 12 x 3″ wood panel and finishing it for [...]
[life] is a bike race
![[life] is a bike race](http://kristiannekochphotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/20091106_northbeach_collage01-150x150.jpg)
Merrik turns everything into a contest. We headed down to the beach trail in the afternoon recently and he was so excited that Maliea is now “riding” her bike. She doesn’t pedal but pushes herself along with her feet. I usually end up pushing her from behind to catch up with Merrik and after an [...]
[photography] is maggie and milly and molly and mae | farrell photo session
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When Amy emailed me awhile back about doing a photo session and a book to visually express the e.e. cummings poem that represents each one of her girls, I had to choke back tears. As much as I love being in control of the creative process, I truly love the collaborative experience of meshing a [...]
[life] is listening to the ocean
![[life] is listening to the ocean](http://kristiannekochphotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/20091102_beachwithkole_collage01-150x150.jpg)
Today was a gorgeous day for the beach. After school Merrik played with some friends and we made plans with his friend Kole to meet down at Mariposa to go surfing. It was low tide and the air was warm. But, when we arrived we were greeted by the yellow contaminated water warning signs. So [...]
[life] is at play in the room of the kids
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Puppet playing, music listening, crib jumping, book reading Merrik and Maliea with their Dad. Kristianne Koch Photography Kristianne Koch specializes in artistic portrait photography of families, children and couples. 949-702-7707 kristianne.koch@cox.net