A year just flies by – Southern Arizona Photographer

We met over a year ago to announce that the Okkema’s were growing from two to three!  We planned the maternity session and newborn session, I couldn’t have been more excited when you asked me to continue to commemorate this time indoor family’s life!  From announcements to being a one year old ready to conquer the park, that cake but not the balloon machine ;).

This girl did a number on that cake.  She really didn’t eat much of it but she made sure it knew who the boss was and that she made a good mess for me to photograph!  Her excited smile had us cracking up the entire session and made me smile while editing these gorgeous images.

Can’t wait to continue to capture your journey as the Marine Corps takes you across the country.  How lucky am I that they are sending you somewhere I already have a place to stay!  Continue to enjoy every moment that this time has to offer and I look forward to see you all soon!

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Twentynine Palms Photographer {Before and After}

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There is so much that happens behind the scenes for a photographer after the session is over.  The desired affect is to get the image s close to perfect within your camera but there are some magical things that are done right here on my computer.  Above is my nephew – who of course I feel is perfect in every way – as I think about his parents hanging these images on their wall I want there to be a simplicity in looking at his details at the tiny things that are so precious while he is this itty bitty.  Through editing I simply want to remove distractions and create a cohesive image.

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If you watched my work and the direction of it over the years I hope you have continued to see what truly matters, connection.  I want there to be a connection in every image I deliver so that is what I strive for.  When I bring the images home and look at them on my computer screen I want to feel the connection between the subjects or with me and the camera.  Once I have that I already have a beautiful image through editing I just hope to enhance what is already there.

Editing is as much of the art form as the time behind my camera.  It takes time and passion to create the final photograph that I deliver but I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Twentynine Palms Family Photographer {Jenkins Family 2017}

I say it every year, I am going to be better about blogging these sessions, these moments in time that I am so lucky to be trusted to capture.  This family and I have been capturing moments together since the beginning of my business and I can’t express how awesome it is to have watched them through the years.  I have grown to have an amazing friendship with the momma of this family and continue to be proud of what they stand for.  Thank you for once again letting me into your lives Jenkins family!TwentyninePalmsFamilyPhotographer - Jenkins

Twentynine Palms Military Event Photographer { Wilson Family Homecoming }

Military Homecomings.  The infamous white buses that bring so much sadness as they leave and so much joy when they return.  There isn’t a homecoming that doesn’t tug at my heart strings this one was no different.

As the Wilson family waited for their Marine to return momma was running after 3 kiddos all in different stages of excitement.  They just wanted their daddy home.  As I edited this session I fell in love all over again with the moments I get to capture.  From anticipation to pure delight you can see each of these kiddos glow when they are finally able to tell stories face to face and to hug, well actually jump all over, dad.  Mom waited patiently in the wings to greet her husband.  I love the image with dad and mom, kids hanging off of him, a quick moment to sneak in their very own hello!

Mahrer Mommy and Me Moments with Memories by Tasha Photography – Yucca Valley Family Photographer

I love, love, love these sessions.  As a mom they absolutely pull on my heartstrings and now that my girls are older the opportunities for these things are fewer.  With Mother’s Day fast approaching I am reminded of the special connection between a parent and a child, between a mother and her baby.  When Leslie contacted me to schedule this special session I was excited to help commemorate her very first Mother’s Day and when two beauties show up like this magic happens.  This session gave me all the feels.  Enjoy!

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The Niemi Kids and Memories by Tasha Photography visit the Redlands Historical Train Station

I am regularly reminded how very lucky I am when I get to spend the day with amazing little human beings like these three; I really find their mom delightful too.  I have had the pleasure of not only working with them over the last three years but also getting to know their family.  I am lucky.  We went on an adventure for this particular milestone session to commemorate their 3rd and 5th birthdays plus their love of trains.  While there are no trains at this nonworking station it sure did give us a great backdrop and feel.  The kids felt like they were on an adventure although we were told the imaginary train that pulled through whisking the kids off did not provide any snacks so we had to take care of that ourselves.  Thank you again Niemi family for ALWAYS providing me with the cutest models and an afternoon of laughter!

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Kelsey’s Senior Session with Memories by Tasha Photography – Yucca Valley Photographer

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This is such an exciting time in our youths’ lives.  They are preparing for their tomorrows, enjoying their todays, and trying to figure it all out along the way.  This beautiful young lady was so much fun to photograph.  We wondered around the Morongo Preserve and Pioneertown to capture these fantastic images.  She wasn’t too sure about being the focus of the camera at first but as you can see she was a natural.  Both beautiful inside and out she is looking forward to her future all while serving God.  A wonderful soul.

Serb Couple’s Session with Memories by Tasha Photography – Twentynine Palms Photographer

We seriously laughed the entire session.  I am not sure who was the funny but the three of us couldn’t help ourselves.  Donuts, donuts are quite laughable.  These two lovebirds are here for the desert views as long as the Marine Corps tells them so they wanted to opportunity to capture a piece of their story while they are here.  It is always wonderful to meet a couple so well connected and that can make each other laugh; laughter truly does give a relationship such a spark.  I enjoyed getting to know these two and photographing themTwentynine Palms Couples Photography - Twentynine Palms Couples Photographer Serb