Rasmussen Engagement with Memories by Tasha Photography – Twentynine Palms Photographer

Cuteness and love were in the air.  Couples sessions are always a fun adventure.  As a photographer I want to capture their relationship, their time uninterrupted but as a client they are so aware that a camera is there photographing them and their every move.  Taking the time to slow down and work together to achieve a natural session is so important.

Kathryn contacted me before the holidays to set up a sunset engagement session; her one request Joshua Trees!  I love out desert and I love to capture clients that are excited about it’s beauty so of course I was ready to oblige.  15 years I have been here and I still believe there is nothing like our sunrises and sunsets.

We met at a hot spot in Joshua Tree before traveling to a desert location so we took advantage of getting to know each other a little and of the great textures at the JT Saloon.  I was quickly aware I would have to remind these two to look at the camera every once in awhile because they were fairly smitten with one another.

Kathryn from the east coast and Jack from the west are here in Twentynine Palms courtesy of the Marine Corps but they are enjoying their time here, together awaiting the next adventure.  A fall wedding to plan on the other coast and possibly an upcoming move they are fully learning all about Marine Corps family life.

Playful, flirty and fun would be my best description of these two and their session.  I asked Jack a couple of questions, “Do you ever give her piggy back rides?”  His response, ” Depends on where we are going.”  It was stated with such confidence no one would have guessed the real answer NEVER.  So we tried it.  I also asked him, “Do you have a thing, you know a special sweet kiss or something?”  Well what followed was a silly rendition of kissing but oh so sweet.

I wish you many years of happiness and joy!  May life and the Marine Corps take you on many adventures together.  Congratulations Jack and Kathryn!2017-01-08_0001

Kevin Class of 2017 with Memories by Tasha Photography – Twentynine Palms Photographer

I strive in each session to tell a story, to create a lasting memory of this time in someone’s history.  Senior sessions are a chance for that young adult to express themselves as they are learning about who they are and who they want to be.  It is an in-between two paradigms in time for the senior and for the parents.  A time of great hope and sorrow.  When I get the chance to capture this for a senior and their parents it is a great privilege.

Kevin and I set out in the morning with some ideas but with no certain direction.  We found ourselves visiting Lucky Park where he spent many hours in the pool as a swimmer who has achieved many awards.  We spent some time at the iconic 29 Palms Inn, photographing near the fall colors and only natural body of water in Twentynine Palms.  Kevin wanted a couple of images taken with the metal art sign that decorates our highway and honors our city’s namesake.  Lastly we climbed some rocks and captured his personality amongst the beauty of the desert.  We even played with his hot rod mustang and added it into a few images too.

Kevin is an avid swimmer. He was ready to represent his high school and class with his letterman jacket.  Also an appearance his ASB shirt.  We even took sometime to sport his school colored beanie to add a little bit of teenager into our session.

In June I get to hang with Kevin and his family as he walks the stage to receive his diploma.  Such an exciting time in life for all!

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Margie and the Family – Twentynine Palms Family Photographer, Memories by Tasha Photographer

I understand all too well how difficult it is to get an updated family photo now that the kids are grown and living somewhere else so when Margie asked me to come over on Christmas Eve I was game.  It was definitely a cold desert winter day but everyone was a good sport about hanging out in the impressive view of their home’s yard.  Yes this is what they get to wake up to!

So they all had me cracking up the entire time.  From the pup who seemed to be right in there for photos, to the granddaughter who had her supermodel poses practiced and ready, and the boys who were playful and ornery keeping everyone smiling.  Capturing this families dynamic was my pleasure and these images speak to their love for one another!

I know Margie’s heart will melt and I am so glad we were able to spend a small piece of the holiday making memories that she can hang on her wall.

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Emma turns One!

Cake Smash sessions are always fun and so unique!  Emma’s was no different, she isn’t quite one yet so this was her first cake smash and she went for it!  We had a nice session in the Joshua Tree National Monument, we snuck in a mini family session and then Emma was dressed for her 4th of July birthday for a cake smash.

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Twentynine Palms Photographer visits North Carolina – Kalnicki Family

I could write a thousand words to describe how I feel about this family.  After 5 years I was able to visit my dear friend Barbara and her family in Jacksonville.  What a blessing this trip was for me!  Her beautiful family and I has fun adventuring around this park for family pictures and the girls and I had a couple impromptu sessions that yielded some gorgeous shots!  I love you Barbara!!Twentynine Palms Photography - North Carolina Photography copy north carolina - photography - newborn-1 north carolina - photographer - kids-11-2 north carolina - photographer - kids-10-2 north carolina - photographer - kids-9 north carolina - photographer - kids-5 north carolina - photographer - newborn-2 north carolina - photographer - kids-4-2 north carolina - photographer - kids-7-2 north carolina - photographer - kids-12 north carolina - photographer - newborn-1 north carolina - photographer - kids-8 north carolina - photographer - kids-9-2 north carolina - photographer - newborn-4 north carolina - photographer - kids-5-2 north carolina - photographer - newborn-3 North Carolina - Newborn Photography-1 north carolina - photographer - kids-1 HBLOG00172 north carolina - photographer - kids-2 north carolina - photographer - newborn-5 north carolina - photographer - kids-3 north carolina - photographer - kids-4 HBLOG00152 north carolina - photographer - kids-7

Twentynine Palms Photographer – The Allen Family in North Carolina

Last week was an adventure for me.  It was wonderful that I got to reconnect with a friend and her family after 13 years!  What’s better than a friend that visits and is a photographer so during the 4 day visit to Fayetteville, North Carolina we squeezed in a much needed session.  The young lady Courtney in these photos and I have a long ago history, I was there when she was born and this is the first time we’ve seen eachother that she can remember.  Demetri and I had not had the chance to meet yet so it was nice to get to know both the Allen kids!  Thank you for all the hospitality!

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