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Natalia’s Backyard First Birthday

SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA

It’s always a pleasure seeing familiar faces, and this was the case when I photographed Natalia’s first birthday event. The first time I met Natalia’s mom, Melissa, she was officiating her sister Alex’s wedding, to which I was the photographer. And now, I had the honor of capturing another one of their family’s milestone events.

Natalia’s birthday party was held at her aunties’ beautiful backyard in Santa Clarita, California. The weather was absolutely beautiful and perfect. Just prior to the start of the party, the family held a small ceremony in the living room and announced Alex and Lucia as Natalia’s godmothers. The celebration continued with close family and friends, and a rather cheerful birthday girl.

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H & D’s Christening at St. Peter’s Armenian Church

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VAN NUYS, CALIFORNIA

Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing my first Armenian christening at St. Peter’s Armenian Apostolic Church in Van Nuys for two adorable brothers. I always say this, but it’s true. One of the best things about being a Los Angeles photographer is getting to experience so many different cultures in this melting pot of a city. And can I just say that everyone in attendance dressed up SO stunningly!

After the ceremony, we headed over to Bellezza Banquet Hall in West Hollywood for an absolutely stunning reception. With tables covered in white orchids, a decked out desserts table, and entertainers that ranged from a magician to a violinist, it was a night to remember.

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Damian’s First Birthday At Kidz Korner

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locationENCINO, CALIFORNIA

Last year, I had the pleasure of photographing Roman’s birthday. This year, I was happy to photograph him again, but this time, during his little brother’s first birthday party! Damian, the adorable baby in a Disney-themed onesie, celebrated his first year birthday at the indoor playground Kidz Korner with friends and family.

It was fun photographing kids being kids. It was even more fun photographing adults channeling their inner child as they played basketball, going down slides, dressing up in costumes, and rolling around with their own kids.

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Kian and Kameron’s Playground Birthday

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I have never had the pleasure of photographing twins.. until now! And the sweetest twins they were! Kian and Kameron celebrated their 4th birthday at the Caterpillar Kids Place in La Cañada with the awesome theme of Disney’s Cars. It very quickly became apparent why the theme was Cars – these two boys spent the majority of their playing time vroom-vrooming in those colorful cars.

With smiles on their faces, they played and danced along with their fellow youngsters. It wasn’t long before many of the adults took note and started breaking out in dances to a Columbian song, though! Haha.

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Aram’s First Birthday

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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!

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