Lisa Taft Photography

Baby L: Newborn

Lisa — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 03:09:49 +0000

I just couldn’t resist not posting this. Here’s a sneak peak from this weekend’s newborn session. Isn’t he just delicious!! I think this was the only image where he was actually asleep. Darn this baby for being so alert at less than two weeks!

Jared and Megan: Wedding

Lisa — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 02:25:46 +0000

Megan, the bride, only had a short window to plan her wedding. Her fiancee is in the military and was given a short opportunity to come back home and marry the woman of his dreams. Even though she was under pressure, Megan was still able to pull off her dream wedding. Every detail was meticulously planed. Thank you to the both of you for allowing me to witness your special day.

Ceremony was held at the First Congregational Church of San Jose.

Mike and Donna: Wedding

Lisa — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:09:04 +0000

When they first met, it just clicked. They knew right from the start, they were meant to be. Mike and Donna’s wedding took place with an intimate group of close family and friends. That’s exactly how you can describe them: sweet and simple. Their ceremony and reception site was at the gorgeous Inn Marin in Novato, California.

Mike and Donna… thank you for sharing your day with me. I wish you the best in your lives together.

Mrs M Patiently Waiting

Lisa — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 07:34:47 +0000

It was with great pleasure to photograph this lovely mommy who made my job a breeze. At 37 weeks along, she was as mobile as ever and didn’t sit still for a second. I was honored to have taken these images as she anxiously waited for her 2nd little boy to arrive.

*Update: Baby Boy came into this world Tuesday, August 3rd. Both are doing great!

Some Strawberry Picking

Lisa — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 03:33:46 +0000

This past holiday weekend, my boys and I headed out on the open road. We packed up the car and took a leisurely drive down Highway 1 and made our way towards Santa Cruz. It was such a gorgeous ride. Driving along the coast stopping to watch the waves crash against the shore is an experience not many can have. Along the way, we saw a leading up to a farm where you can go and pick your own organic strawberry. Since the lil man is in LOVEEEE with strawberries, we decided it would be fun to pull over. The Swanton Berry Farm seemed to be a very popular spot. Many already came prepared with their tubberware and baking dishes to load up their goods. After a slight hike to the growing areas, we went down one row of strawberries and showed the lil man how to go about pulling a strawberry off the stem. After a very quick tutorial, he pretty much got the drift. He was off picking and puting them in his basket. We could tell he was in heaven. After he successfully filled up two green cartons of strawberries, we decided to head back and pay for our loot. The nice part about this place was that there was a spot where you can wash them off near the parking lot. It was a good thing to because the strawberries barely made it to the car. He demanded to eat them then and there and so we did. It was such a great experience to see where your fruit is grown, pick them, wash them, eat them and all within 30 minutes!! I would definitely recommend visiting this berry farm. Check out their website to see what other produce they have to offer.

Spring Dance Recital

Lisa — Mon, 17 May 2010 22:55:44 +0000

Lights! Camera! Action!

Please fill out the form below to book your child’s individual dance recital portrait.

Due to the high volume of participants, each photo session will be 5 minutes. The appointment requests will be granted on a first come, first serve basis. I will send you an email confirmation of the appointment you request. There is NO initial fee for this service.

Photos will be scheduled during Tuesday, May 25; Wednesday, May 26; Thursday, May 27.

Your child’s teacher requests that you schedule your child’s session at a different time than during the scheduled rehearsal.

If you have more than one child in the recital, please select the check box on the form. We will add additional time to your originally scheduled slot.

The cast photos will be taken on rehearsal day. Please make sure your children arrive for rehearsal promptly so that there is plenty of time for the dancers to rehearse with their teachers.

All photos will be taken at the Community Recreation Center in the Mission Preschool Room and will be online in a password-protected gallery where purchases can then be made.

*** The time slots for individual photos is now closed. You can make your purchases at the Friday night and Saturday recitals. ***

Friday Finds

Lisa — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:00:31 +0000

Wanted to share some of these finds I found on Etsy. Click on the images to find out how to get some for yourself!

Aren’t these wall decals just adorable?

And take a look at these sporty wallets for crayons. Is it sad I would want one for my own pens?

Seriously though, take a minute to check out Etsy. You’ll find some amazing handmade stuff over there. But I must warn you, minutes could turn into hours. Happy Finding!

Now booking… Spring Minis!

Lisa — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:46:42 +0000

I am now taking reservations for the Spring Minis 2010! These special sessions are limited and in high demand, so book early for the best selection of time slots. These sessions are quick, easy, and a fantastic deal! Sessions are not booked until the deposit is paid. Check out the details below!

* Send me an email before your time slot is taken!

Bright Blue Skies

Lisa — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:10:59 +0000

My lil man and I made our trek to the nearby park. Just couldn’t resist. The sky was blue. Kids were outside riding their bikes. Birds were chirping. Even though the park is fairly close, I brought the stroller. The routine is that he walks a block or two then wants to be carried. I wanted to be prepared. Much to my amazement, he walked the ENTIRE way there! He made a mad dash once he spotted the grassy area and the rest of the kids going down the slide and on the swings. He was in heaven. We made star and fish shapes in the sand. Flew down the slide. Climbed the monkey bars. Unfortunately all good things had to come to an end. I had to break the news and tell him it was time to head home. Here I was thinking he would jump into his stroller after being exhausted from playing around, but NOPE, he wanted to still walk! And walk he did. He walked the entire way back. I just couldn’t believe it! He isn’t this little baby boy anymore. The one who would walk 5 steps and ask to be picked up. He was happy to hold his cars and bucket and complete his journey back home. It’s times like this I have to realize that he gets older each and every day. But he will always be my baby boy.

Bethel and Gilbert: Wedding

Lisa — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 01:05:43 +0000

I’ve been bad. I have not posted in such a long time, but I couldn’t pass the opportunity to post pictures of Bethel and Gilbert’s wedding which took place last year. Enjoy!