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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

and one more…

of little Ms. R. Mama had asked me if I had any other good ones from the rest of the shoot so I had to post it as a sneak peek from the series. Going back to the clothes, I had to squeal when I saw this cute little dress that Mama had for Ms. […]

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siblings | san francisco bay area kids photographer

I knew this was going to be a fun shoot when I met the mama for the first time! We went through her clothing choices for her little girl and I was really excited. FYI, when a client books a regular session, I am available for help with clothing choices if you need it. I […]

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Kye - Wow, stunning. I’m R and R’s proud father, and you have done an incredible job capturing the spirit and personalities of my kids. Thank you and I can’t wait to see the rest…

Alyssa Anne - Oh, wow! These are wonderful portraits…love the processing!

cherie yost - what cute kids! I love the last one!

ashley - These are awesome! Great captures and love the colors!

Kimberly Kyle - Awesome work!! Absolutely gorgeous kids.

Kristi - Alpana these are just spectacular!

marie - what awesome clothes they had on…love all the expressions you got.

It’s my party!

A quick post to let you know that I am taking the weekend off for my birthday today. If you are waiting to hear from me I will get back to you early next week. I haven’t forgotten you…it has just been busy week! Also, officially, all 2008 sessions are booked and I will resume […]

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Christine - Happy Birthday! Glad to hear that you are taking a break and celebrating. Can’t wait to catch up with you when the busy-ness settles.

lilia - A belated happy birthday! 🙂

alpana - Thanks so much Christine and Lilia!

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.