June 2014 – Paper Ban Photography

Aram’s First Birthday

GLENDALE, CALIFORNIA

Aram’s first birthday was quite the event. This little guy, in his snappy onesie and glasses, received his baptism in the Armenian Apostolic Church in Crescenta Valley. With gorgeous architecture and beautiful window lighting, the christening ceremony went off with such happy spirits surrounded by close friends and family.

To celebrate, the party’s reception moved to Phoenicia, a Lebanese restaurant in Glendale where the room was filled with whimsical balloons! From the table centerpieces to the sweets table, everything is so happy and colorful. And seriously, how awesome is that hot-air balloon cake?!

Aram, congratulations on turning one. I am honored to have been your first birthday photographer. You are now officially a toddler!

FEATURED ON : The Frosted Petticoat

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Behind the Scenes of ‘Confetti by Annette’

Something that I love about being a small business owner is working with other small business owners and helping them spread their creations visually through photography. You may have remembered that I photographed a fun and colorful jewelry lookbook for Confetti by Annette recently. Recently, Annette and I got together on a lovely Saturday to photograph where her jewelry ideas come to life.

As soon as I walked into her home jewelry studio, I was met with everything that represented Annette and her brand as a ‘Confetti’ girl. All the decor had color and personality, and flowed so well together that it was hard not to take a great photo. Yes, guys, Annette really is as cheerful as the colors on her walls!

FEATURED ON : Style Me Pretty – Living

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Sterling

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA

This little guy’s name is Sterling. He is such a precious little boy that thoroughly enjoys the outdoors and all that it has to offer – the birds chirping, the flowers growing, the grass beneath his feet. If he is in a bad mood (which rarely happens), take him outside and his mood instantly lifts.

It only makes sense to take little Sterling’s portraits in his true nature – outside and in his diapers.

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Road Trip to Lake Tahoe – Travel Photo Diary

LAKE TAHOE, CALIFORNIA

It’s been nearly six months since my last road trip to Arizona (and to Zion just a week or two before that). My, how time flies! Well, the tavel bug bit us again and this time, taking us within the California borders to the beautiful Lake Tahoe. I have never been to this lake that stretches 22 miles long and 12 miles wide, and I was so glad to have visited, even if only for the weekend.

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Month: June 2014