2019- Fall Calendar!!! They are going quickly, Get your session scheduled soon.

Lifestyle Portrait Session.  Mini Portrait Session. 
​Limited Sessions.  What's best for your family??

Hello Blue Bow Friends! It's been a while!  I don't blog much when I'm busy, but those of you who have been following Little Blue Bow for a few years know that. I'd rather spend my "free" time planning new photography ideas or spending time with my kiddos who are growing way too quickly. My baby just started kindergarten. Sigh. I have two kids officially in elementary school. Say What?!?  Time needs to slow down. Someone hit the pause button, please.
Blogging may take a backseat to LIFE, but I ALWAYS make time to post an update of our fall calendar because it books up QUICKLY, especially weekend dates.  So...Get your pen and paper, digital calendars or however else you keep track of your family's schedules and let's get your portrait session booked so you're not scrambling in October (it happens every year and I have to turn people away which makes me sad.)  Don't be the person that makes me sad this year, pretty please? We have some NEW options, so take a peek and let's decide if a MINI session or FULL session is best for your family.  The style of images you want to display in your home, or print on your holiday card might be more in line with a full hour session where we have lots of time to run, laugh and play with the kiddos, capturing those toothless giggly smiles or the tender moments of your baby snuggling on your chest. Full hour sessions also give more options for backgrounds in case you want a variety of scenes.  

Beach Mini Sessions:  Sunset in La Jolla

My beach minis are now longer than the rest of our mini sessions because kids LOVE the ocean. They are excited to be there, somewhat distracted because they are magnets to the water and want to splash or play in the sand. For that reason, I've extended the beach minis to have time for those fun, playful moments.  These images below are from a sunset mini session last summer.  The colors can be bright, bold and beautiful, or in the rare event of a late summer or fall overcast day, they are neutral and still very pretty but not as bold and vibrant.  We'll always get that perfectly posed image (the one grandma loves to place on her mantle,) we'll get individual and group shots of the kids and then we PLAY!  If you want more fun, candid moments and more time for your kids to warm up to the camera, then an hour session is probably best for you.
Beach mini sessions are 25 minutes and include 10 client-chosen images with the option to add more to your digital package.  Beach Minis are an investment of $295.

Our current availability for Beach Mini Sessions is at the bottom of the next beach section.  Most will take place in Coronado, WindNSea or Scripps, La Jolla.

Beach Mini Sessions: Sunset in Coronado

These images are also from a 25 minute mini session. 
Coronado has some great textures along with the beautiful ocean.

DATES AND CURRENT AVAILABILITY FOR SUNSET SESSIONS:
​Sunday, August 25th, Coronado:  SOLD OUT 
Tuesday, September 3rd, WindNSea- SOLD OUT
Tuesday, September 17th, La Jolla - SOLD OUT 
Wednesday, October 16th, La Jolla- SOLD OUT
Thursday, October 17th, WindNSea- 5:20
Saturday, October 19th - La Jolla - SOLD OUT
Monday, October 21st - La Jolla - SOLD OUT
​Tuesday, October 29th- WindNSea-SOLD OUT
​Thursday, November 14th - SOLD OUT 
Wednesday, November 13th- La Jolla - SOLD OUT
Sunday, September 22nd - SOLD OUT      Sunday, September 29th - SOLD OUT
Monday, September 30th - SOLD OUT             Tuesday, October 1st - SOLD OUT
Saturday, October 19th- SOLD OUT              Monday, October 28th - SOLD OUT
                Weds, Oct. 30th - SOLD OUT  **This is not updated daily, please email for current availability.** 
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Beach Mini Sessions:  Morning

Morning beach sessions are a growing favorite for my clients!  If you have young children, morning sessions usually mean happy and well-rested kiddos. And one of the reasons my clients love morning sessions is that they can stay and enjoy an hour at the beach and still have their whole day free to spend with family or get their weekend errands accomplished.  It's a win-win! :)

Morning Beach Dates and Availability 
​Sunday, August 18th - SOLD OUT
October 13th, Coronado:  7:30AM
Saturday, October 19th, Coronado- 7:30AM
**This is not updated daily, please email for current availability.**

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FALL Mini Sessions 
​There are so many choices this year!
Grab a coffee (or glass of wine, is it 5 o'clock??)  and peruse all the options for 2019!
$275 with a digital package included.

Mini Sessions: Eucalyptus Grove

This is one of my favorite locations for family mini sessions. It's beautiful and easy to access with nearby parking just steps away.  We don't have a lot of trees in San Diego, so it's kind of  our version of a woodsy area without traveling out to the mountains. It's beautiful on a sunny or cloudy day and is right on the coast so stays fairly cool even during those warm summer and fall days.  There are a lot of twigs, leaves and small fallen branches at this location. This would not be a great location for anyone with mobility issues.

Current Availability- Eucalyptus Grove (As of September 30th)
MORNING OPTIONS:
Sunday, September 29th- SOLD OUT
Sunday, October 20th- SOLD OUT
AFTERNOON OPTIONS:
Saturday, October 12th-  SOLD OUT
Sunday, October 27th -  4:20PM

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Mini Sessions:  Cactus Garden

The cactus garden is full of fun textures and neutral tones. It's beautiful year round and even when it's overcast.  However, those fun textures can be SHARP.
** I do not recommend this location for families with toddlers who want to run and explore everything by touching it....  One of those cacti in your hand would probably hurt, I mean I guess, if it happened.
Okay, yes it happened. It happened to ME at last's years session.... but I was able to pull it out with my shirt, and then I found tiny little cacti thorns in that shirt for a month after several washings, haha. As comical as it would have been to fall into the cactus, a round prickly ball of torture got stuck to the strap of my camera bag and ended up in my hand. Not as dramatic as tripping and falling face first. (Thankfully! lol.)
Luckily it was me and not this handsome little redhead that I photographed that day.

Current Availability- Cactus Garden (As of August 31st)
Thursday, September 19th- SOLD OUT
​Friday, October 18th- 5:50PM

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Mini Session Location: Iron Mt.

Iron Mt is a beautiful location on the east Poway/Lakeside/Ramona border.  Take a second to map that out in your head lol. Yes, all those areas touch borders (more or less) in one really beautiful mountainous area.  The "Hall of Trees" is a client favorite for it's beautiful arch-like formation.  

Current Availability- Iron Mountain 
Sunday, October 6th- SOLD OUT

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Mini Session Location:  Mission Trails

Go on a fun little adventure with an iron footbridge, giant boulders and a pebbled path.  Neutral tones make for a great palette to show off your family's style. This area requires a little walk, and cannot be accessed by wheelchairs.

SOLD OUT

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Mini Session Location: Belmont Park

Step Right Up!  Want some color, action, energy and FUN in your portraits??  Belmont Park is a great option for families who want something different and full of life.  Disclamier: this location WILL have people blurred in the background for many of your images. But... there are so many possibilities:  Ice Cream. Cotton Candy. Arcade Games. Carousel. Did I say Ice Cream? Need I say more?  Your kids will never be this excited for family portraits again. ;)
*Belmont sessions are 25-30 minutes so that we have the option to capture a ride or activity.

Disclaimer: Little Blue Bow Photography is not responsible for upset children who want you to win them a prize in that impossible CLAW arcade game. It looks so easy, right??
SOLD OUT.
Please email Kellie to set up a custom date for a 1 hour session at Belmont Park.

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Mini Session Location:  Sweetwater Bridge

Kellie! Why don't you have any weekend evenings available for the bridge?? Well, friendly client, because EVERYONE from Sacramento to Tijuana are on that bridge on a Saturday in October. No joke.  It's a steel bridge. IN San Diego.  We don't have these types of things in So Cal, so everyone, and I mean everyone, loves it. Wedding parties will be there on a weekend, birthday sessions, your cousin's best friend's hairstylist's dog trainer will be there.  No weekend appointments this year, except for morning, which I actually LOVE. It is a FANTASTIC location, and I love the trails behind even more.  Super pretty light and gorgeous backdrops, even when it's all dried out. The bridge IS a great location for families who have a family member with mobility issues.  They can be dropped off just steps away from the bridge, which is evenly paved and easy to navigate with wheelchairs, crutches or large strollers. 

Gah! Look at that pretty light on the trails. 

The bridge is really unique and fun, and when that greenery is flowing over, I find it especially pretty. However, in fall,  they usually trim it back, so the green may be gone.

Current Availability- Sweetwater Bridge 
MORNING OPTIONS:
Saturday, September 7th- SOLD OUT
AFTERNOON OPTIONS:
Friday, September 27th- SOLD OUT
Wednesday, November 6th at 4:00PM

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Mini Session Location: Los Penasquitos

This location is beautiful year round with vibrant green surroundings and a small creek that adds a nice pop of interest to your family's portraits.  Since it's not a roaring river by any means, there are some bugs, so bug spray is encouraged. 

Current Availability- Los Penasquitos 
Sunday, October 20th-  SOLD OUT
JUST ADDED! Sunday, November 17th - 3:00PM

Mini Session Location: Balboa Park- Morning

Balboa Park mornings are cool and have no crowds like the rest of the day.  This year we'll be shooting at the Organ Pavilion with neutral colors and architectural details that will make your family's beautiful faces be the focus of the portrait. It's pretty no matter the weather, even when overcast.

Current Availability- Balboa Park, Organ Pavilion
MORNING OPTIONS:
Sunday, September 22nd- SOLD OUT
Please contact Kellie to set up a custom date for Balboa Park.

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Mini Session Location:  Autumn Trails

This is one of my favorite fall locations. These sessions will take place in November when the area actually has a fall feel to it. Let's face it, in San Diego we have two seasons, spring and summer.  Fall lasts about a week and a half if we're lucky. When the rest of the country is excited for pumpkin spice everything in late September, we are fighting our neighbors to buy the last oscillating fan at Home Depot. It's HOT in fall for us.... until mid-November. Then we get some leaves.... just enough to make us appreciate our little week long season of fall before we hang the Christmas lights and move into our chilly 65 degree winter. (Those of your from out of town probably think I'm kidding, but once it hits 65 degrees in So Cal, the UGGS are out in full effect!)

Current Availability (As of September 20th)- Autumn Trails 
Sunday, November 10th- SOLD OUT
Saturday, November 16th- SOLD OUT

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FALL LEAVES MINI SESSIONS

Our annual Fall Leaves mini sessions take place on my property in East County. 
Gorgeous colors during daytime sessions that take place between 9:30AM and 12PM so you can get on with your busy day! Don't you just LOVE these colors??
​Here are some examples from both a sunny fall day and an overcast day.
**The tree swing is only available for one child, who must be at least 3 years old.** 
Saturday, November 9th - 10:20AM 11:20AM
Sunday, November 17th- 10:00AM, 12PM
Friday, November 29th- 9:40AM, 11:00, 11:40AM

There you have it folks! The 2019 Fall Mini Session line-up. 
So many fun options, but don't forget if you have a particular location in mind, like Lake Cuyamaca, Ocean Beach Pier, Old Poway Park, Flinn Springs Park, The Alcazar Garden, Old Town, Presidio Park, Kate Sessions Park, Leo Carillo, Downtown Library, Dos Picos Park, Glamis Sand Dunes or other San Diego or near San Diego location, we have several dates open for full or extended sessions at the location of your choice.  Let's connect and make a plan for your ideal family or maternity portrait session.  Looking forward to hearing from you. :)  For current availability, please email
[email protected] or click the Contact tab above.
***See our themed Holiday Sessions Below***

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It's The Most WONDERFUL Time of the Year!
2019 Specialty Holiday Sessions: 
​In-Home Cookie Baking or Tree Decorating
 

Looking for something new and super festive for your holiday card this year?  
In-home Cookie baking or Tree Decorating sessions are a wonderful time to capture some fun family moments.  These are not mini sessions, but full 1 hour sessions in the comfort of your home.  Availability is full for October/November, but there are several December dates available.
Contact [email protected] to set up your session.  

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Our Annual Hot Cocoa Mini Sessions  and
Christmas "Tree Farm" Mini Sessions!
(See samples below)

NEW this year. 
*The Blue Bow Santa Experience!
Yes, Santa Claus is coming to town, and Mrs. Claus too! 
Enjoy story time with Mrs. Claus while you wait your turn to visit Santa in his workshop! (Sample images coming in early October.)
AND 
*Christmas on the Coast- A very Beachy Holiday - Decorate a tree on the beach and pull your little one on a sled in the sand. Super cute details for this one!
* Jingle Jammies- Your kids will cozy up with their favorite Christmas Story!
If one of these sounds perfect for your kids or family, snag a spot now, they are already filling up.
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Christmas Availability:
(As of October 29th)

Christmas on the Beach: 
Sunday, October 27th - SOLD OUT
Sunday, November 3rd - 8:00AM, 8:15AM
Saturday, November 23rd - SOLD OUT 

The Blue Bow Santa Experience:
Saturday, November 2nd -10:15, 10:45
Sunday, November 24th- SOLD OUT

Jingle Jammies (Just Listed):
Sunday, November 10th- SOLD OUT
Sunday,December 1st- 10:40, 11:00, 11:40

Tree Farm: 
Tuesday, November 26th- SOLD OUT
Wednesday, November 27th - 3:10PM, 3:30PM
Friday, November 29th- 8:30AM, 3:10PM, 4:10PM
Saturday, November 30th- 3:10PM, 4:10PM
Sunday, December 1st - 8:45AM

Hot Cocoa Sessions:
Saturday, November 30th- 8:30AM, 9:10AM, 9:30AM
Tuesday, December 3rd- 3:30PM, 3:50PM

Wooo! That's the most I've blogged since umm, last year haha.
​Let's get your session scheduled. :)