Portrait Photography | Eric & Aliya

I honestly believe there are some people in this world who are simply born “good.”  Although many of us are taught proper social conduct and behavior, there are some people in which graciousness, humility, and kindness are thoroughly a part of who they are.  And in a world where manners and etiquette seem to be drastically declining with each subsequent generation, I can’t help but be taken aback when I come across younger people who radiate “goodness.”  I’ve known the Sondels for many years; I used to babysit Eric when he was a wee little guy of only 3 years old!  About 13 years have passed since I last saw Eric and I can’t believe what an amazing young man he has become.  This shoot was the first time I met Aliya (who wasn’t yet born when I babysat Eric) and I can’t say enough wonderful things about her.  Two amazing kids!

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Family Photography | Dan, Brittany, Aria & Avery

One of the things I love most about photography is that it’s just another form of  ”people watching” – one of my favorite things to do.  You can get in close and not only observe, but capture, the array of emotions that occur in all of us.  Take Aria, for example.  There was a birthday party at the park where we were taking pictures and all the kids were playing with huge tubs of soapy water and making bubbles.  They invited Aria to come over and play with them and she was so excited!  Watching her gaze at the enormous bubbles, mesmerized, as they floated by, made me yearn for a time when I thought there was nothing better in life than a bubble.  To be so enchanted with something so insignificant, made me stop and think about all the things in my life that I am thankful for and that I don’t take enough time to truly appreciate.  I am so fortune to be constantly surrounded by wonderful people, like Brittany, Dan, Aria & Avery, who are not only are my incredible clients, but who enrich my life by allowing me to peak into their world.  So I thank them.  And I thank Aria, for being that sweet and innocent little girl who made me smile one afternoon in a park somewhere.feitelberg blog 001 Family Photography | Dan, Brittany, Aria & Averyfeitelberg blog 002 Family Photography | Dan, Brittany, Aria & Averyfeitelberg blog 003 Family Photography | Dan, Brittany, Aria & Averyfeitelberg blog 004 Family Photography | Dan, Brittany, Aria & Averyfeitelberg blog 005 Family Photography | Dan, Brittany, Aria & Averyfeitelberg blog 006 Family Photography | Dan, Brittany, Aria & Averyfeitelberg blog 007 Family Photography | Dan, Brittany, Aria & Averyfeitelberg blog 008 Family Photography | Dan, Brittany, Aria & Averyfeitelberg blog 009 Family Photography | Dan, Brittany, Aria & Averyfeitelberg blog 010 Family Photography | Dan, Brittany, Aria & Averyfeitelberg blog 011 Family Photography | Dan, Brittany, Aria & Avery

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Baby Photography | Gabriella Turns One!

It’s hard to believe just how quickly a year passes.  It feels like yesterday I was taking Gabriella’s newborn photos and here she is, already a little lady.  Talking, waving “hello” to me as I come in… and she’s even almost walking!  As always, I had a wonderful afternoon hanging out with her and her mommy, Heather, as we played in the park in San Ramon and had some bathtub fun!  I feel so honored to have had the opportunity to watch her grow over these last 12 months, and I look forward to watching her blossom into the adorable girl she’ll become.

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Baby Photography | Little Kamran 5 Weeks

World, meet little baby Kamran.  Kamran, meet World (and all of Auntie Ashley’s friends).  You may not know this little guy yet, but someday you will.  Maybe he’ll be a leader in fighting world hunger in 2032, or a famous writer who brings joy to the world through his visions of peace.  But for now, all he needs is just to be.  To sleep.  To grow.  To learn.  To love.  And with the help of his amazing parents, Stephanie and Iman, there isn’t anything he can’t do.


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Kids Photography | Gabriella 9 Months

My parents tell me that I was pretty mellow as a child.  Maybe they’re just being nice, or have selective memory, but it makes me think about how much our personality shines through even when we’re little tots.  Take Gabriella for instance.  I’ve been taking photos of Gabriella since she was only 6 weeks old and I can tell that when she grows up, she’s going to be just as relaxed and laid-back as she is now.  To me, she’s perfect.  I know a lot of that comes from her amazing parents, but it’s still fun to witness.  She is such a sweetheart.  And yes to all that have commented, she DOES have the cutest collection of flower headbands I have ever seen!  :)

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