Brittany's Senior Session

I met with Brittany last weekend for her senior portrait session. The rain clouds were looming overhead the whole time, but the rain waited until after our last shot- then it absolutely poured down on us... Despite getting quite wet at the end, it was a great session. So I pulled out a selection from the session and made a slideshow- take a look:

Rose's Maternity Session

Cardozo Kids Slide Show

Little Cutie Contest Winner

I met with Mia (the oh-so-adorable winner of the little cutie contest) last weekend to shoot her Ooo La La Session(her prize for winning the contest). She brought along her big sis Kayleigh for the session, and the two of them were perfect little dolls! We had a blast playing tea party and dress up (and getting adorable shots of the whole thing)! I'm so glad they came to play!

I made a slideshow including an assortment of images from the session, enjoy!

I can't do a Boudoir Session because I...

...am not skinny enough... am too old... have cellulite... am not a model...

You name it, I've heard it. In fact I've said these things myself. I hear from so many women, "I'd love to have images like that of myself, but I don't look like a model..." Well, that may be true, but even models don't look like models prior to hair, make-up, a brilliant photographer, and editing after the shoot. It takes a colossal effort to make supermodels look super! Beyond that, Boudoir Photography isn't about looking like a Playboy model, it's about celebrating real women with real bodies. Of the many women I've photographed, few looked like models, and fewer still were cellulite free. I think we all know by now that the average dress size of a woman in the US is a size 14. I'm not sure that even matters though, because true beauty isn't about your age or the number on the scale. I truly believe that beauty is something that starts from the inside and isn't about what size you wear. Your husband didn't fall in love with you because of your jean size (and if he did, I'm sorry dear, but I wouldn't put a lot of trust in the depth of that relationship). I've heard from many men that what they find most sexy in a woman is confidence. And what shows sexy confidence more than having the courage to pose for a boudoir session? Truly though, I believe the experience of a boudoir shoot isn't just about presenting the images to your husband, it's about celebrating what makes you beautiful, no matter your age or waist size. Most of all, it's about amazing yourself when you see the images- proof that you are a sexy, confident woman.

If you aren't familiar with my Boudoir Sessions, check them out here: http://www.facebook.com/BeccaHamiltonBoudoir

Rahilly Park Newborn Session

Seriously, these two are so perfect that they belong in a storybook!

Liam's 3 month session

Last weekend I met Liam for his 3 month session in his home. He was such a happy, relaxed baby, he made my job easy... He has the cutest smile and a bright personality- a total sweetheart! Here are a few images from our session:

Jenn & Billy's Wedding

Jenn and Billy were married this month at the Wente Vineyard in Livermore. It was a gorgeous location and a beautiful ceremony. It was a lively wedding full of laughter and love, and I was privileged to be a part of it! Here's a preview of the day:

Newborn Session

Here's a little sweetie I had the pleasure of shooting last week. He was so laid back, and even though he wouldn't sit still for a second, he let us go on with our session without a single complaint. And he was just sooo cute and cuddly!

Michele & Art's Wedding

Last weekend I had the privilege of photographing Michele & Art's wedding. I first met the couple over a year ago and they are one of the sweetest, most in love couples you'll ever meet! The week prior to the wedding it rained- a lot... and I was more than a little worried that it would turn out to be an ugly day. But Saturday came, and the the sky was amazingly blue and the sun was shining... A beautiful day for a beautiful wedding... Michele has this amazing sense of style, and I knew as I listened to her plans for the wedding throughout the year, that it would be glamorous, but I have to say that it was that and more. Michele was a peaceful bride, she was calm and happy prior to the ceremony and simply glowing after. Art had the biggest smile on his face throughout the day, and his groomsmen teased him that it was because he was "a man in love," and they were exactly right... I'm lucky to have been able to share this day with them...
Here's a sneak peek from the day:

May Mini Sessions

May is the month to celebrate moms! And what better way to celebrate moms than to support our local La Leche League?! La Leche League is dedicated to supporting mothers, and I'd like to help them out a bit... So in the month of May, with a donation of $60 to the La Leche League of Modesto, you will receive a mini-session, and a free 8x10 (up to 1 hour session, in Stanislaus or Merced County only, up to 5 people- more with an additional donation, no clothing changes). I rarely offer mini-sessions, so this is a great deal you don't want to miss out on! Session appointments are limited, so book soon! To schedule your appointment, call me at 209-489-6908.

Here's a preview of a mini-session...

Rita May

Rita is my beautiful neice. She's 5 years old, and she holds a special place in my heart. Seriously, she's gorgeous. Take a look: