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Desi girl | san francisco bay area kids photographer

I have this song stuck in my head ever since I saw the movie Dostana last year. Typically, I don’t watch a ton of Bollywood films but this one was hilarious. I don’t think I have laughed as hard watching a Bollywood movie for a long time so if you have a chance be sure […]

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stephanie beaty - wow alpana!! these images are incredible. you better put them on your web site for sure!

Amanda - Gorgeous…I simply love your colors. Amazing.

Meera Agrawal - I absolutely adore this one, so candid and beautiful.

Meera

Vintage 2008 | Napa Valley family photographer

A sneak peek from my last session of this year of this lovely San Francisco family in Napa. Mom had her heart set on capturing the fall colors in Napa. So we waited and waited but the season didn’t quite cooperate. Eventually, we did the session last weekend and I was really happy to find […]

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Phoebe - Oh my goodness, she is soooo cute! You are amazing, Alpana and I am just DYING for you to make a trip East!!!
XOXO

amy boring - GREAT color Alpana! What a cutie little girl

stephanie beaty - stunning work, as always alpana! adore the lighting…

PersdibeProop - Hello, I can’t understand how to add your blog ( storyboxart.com ) in my rss reader
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Daddy’s girl | San Francisco Kids photographer

And a few more from the recent mini-sessions… In our conversation prior to the session, mom told me that they wanted their family pictures to be reflective of my non-posed style. It can be hard to achieve it during mini-sessions with the shorter time duration but I was happy with the way the pictures turned […]

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Laura - She is precious. Reminds me of my niece. Wonderful job!

Kristy - What gorgeous photos & such a beautiful child! 🙂

Little Ms. J in the woods

I am trying to work at warp speed to try to get the proofs ready soon. Please keep in mind that I will need your orders in soon to be able to get them back to you by the holidays and before I leave on my vacation. Thanks so much for being wonderful clients 🙂 […]

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Daveen - Alpana – these are so beautiful. Love the light, airy feeling. Darling baby and amazing images! Lucky family!

The McPets Unplugged | San Francisco Bay area family photographer

I first met this mom several months back at a local coffee shop. Instantly, I loved how warm and friendly she was. We ran into each other a few times and over the course of time she got to know of my work. Recently, when she called me to connect I was really happy to […]

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JP - I like the title! K & D are beautious woodland creatures … thank you. XO, JP

Katy Chung - I know this gorgeous family & they have some beautiful children who you have captured on film …their spirits jump off these prints & I feel like I’m giggling where they are too. How wonderful these photos are & boy do I miss living in San Leandro…please come visit Seattle area & I’d ask you Alpana to take some of my family too–they’re grrreaat!

Leanne T. - Wow! What fantastic shots of the kids! What a treat to see such great pictures of this fab. family!

Linda Javier - If this is a sneak peek, I must have more! Love these photos and the family too. Annie Liebowitz, watch out!

Paula E. - Thanks for sending the darling photos of your family Jennifer. Loved it! The kids are sure growing up fast! You and Sean look like you are having a lot of fun and they keep you young. Keep enjoying them!

Love your cousin, Paula Miss you all!

kirti - AMAZING! simply brilliant…..love the wonderful shots…..beautiful family!!!!
..kirti n anuj

Hey Jude…

…out there in Indonesia. Finally, I have a few pics for a sneak peek for your parents from your newborn baby session. A big hello to the B family in Indonesia! We did the session in San Francisco just a day before they were leaving the country for a couple month stay abroad. Hope you […]

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Emily E. - Gorgeous family and beautiful baby! I particularly love the first with the little arms above his head =)

Pammy - Just beautiful!!! Love all of them

Michelle - stunning. what a beautiful family.

cherie yost - beautiful! Just beautiful!

Laura (Tender Portraits) - Gorgeous work! The 1st image is stunning.

natasha - you are awesomeeeee!!!! love the colors!! =)

Kim - A. those images are so beautiful, you did a wonderful job. The Family looks awesome and loving.

PRUNEL - FELICITATIONS AUX HEUREUX PARENTS !

Jean et Dominique

Melissa - These are stunning! I can’t get over his little lips and tongue!

lilia - Oh, Alpana – you have the most gorgeous tones in your images!! I see why you were so excited about the net – I would have been too! 🙂 Hope to see you soon! xoxo

Kimberly Kyle - Oh goodness, these are amazing. Wow…

Mom - Beautiful pictures. I particularly loved the picture of the three of you with the Baybridge background.

do you want to know a secret? | san francisco kids photographer

do you promise not to tell? shhh… One of the perks of my job is getting to meet some pretty amazing people. This kids’ portrait session was booked by an awesome dad as a Christmas present for his wife. Just how cool is that?? It is going to be such a wonderful surprise and the […]

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Michael - Thank You again Alpana. We all had fun working with you and your photos show it.
Can’t wait to see the rest and we all look forward to giving this gift to my wife. Hope the kids can stay quiet.
All the Best,
Michael

amy boring - These are totally fabulous Alpana! What a great gift for mom!

Emily E. - Mom will be sooooo happy with these I’m sure of it! Gorgeous kids =)

Lori Hand - What fun session. beautiful b/w

Justyna - Funky Monkey Photography - Beautiful images! So much warmth and emotion!

Lala - So sweet! love the feet!

Michelle - what an amazing session. so much fun!

cherie yost - what a good gift to give. This set is great!

Amanda - What a beautiful family! So fun and relaxed, what a wonderful gift.

Laura (Tender Portraits) - Wonderful! The images show much fun between the kids. What a great dad to give this gift to his wife.

Belle - these are beautiful!!

Kristi - Alpana…these are so wonderful. Such genuine affection and interaction between hem. Nicely done!

Holiday Mini-sessions | san francisco kids photographer

By popular demand, I have decided to do a few holiday mini-sessions. This is an opportunity to get some great family photos + holiday cards at a special price which includes the session fee. Please review the mini-session info under specials. Only a limited number of spots are available. Also, to update my availability for […]

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smita - You have a knack for capturing the moment. The picture of your adorable model sitting on the log is super!! So is the expression captured in the previous one.

alpana - Thanks Smita. The funny thing was that he kept telling me how I take pics of all other kids and not him so he wanted pictures. But the reality was certainly different! Lots of snacks breaks, lol.

Heidi - oh, i love that last one in front of the green wall/garage door (?) it really makes his eyes pop!