Bug and Bean Blog

This adorable family traveled all the way from Boston to celebrate Ethan’s 1st Birthday with family and friends in Los Angeles. I always feel so lucky when I am asked to document such a joyous celebration. We spent the morning hanging out at grandma and grandpa’s house and then headed out for some outdoor warmth and sun.  Ethan was such a happy and curious little guy and all around cutie pie. He definitely gets the award for coolest hair. I don’t know how I always get the nicest most laid back families to work with-knock on wood! And doesn’t mama look chic in her little black dress and fabulous shoes? I love basics paired with pops of fun color!! Thanks for hanging out with us!

xoxo,
nancy and michael

Four month old Tristan was just that, peaceful. He had the sweetest, calmest disposition and a smile that could light up any room. One look into those sweet big blue eyes and you just melt into pieces. It’s no wonder why his parents are so in love with him.

The girl’s name Kaia is a variant of Kai (Hawaiian) and Kaya (Japanese, Zulu, Turkish, Hopi, Hindi), and the meaning of Kaia is “the sea; restful place, yew tree, forgiveness; home; stone; willow,wise child; the one with the beautiful body, profile” Scandinavian – pure, Greek – from the earth.

I’ve always been interested in etymology, taking careful consideration when naming my own children. On what felt like the coldest day of winter, I was filled up with warmth photographing beautiful 10 month old Kaia. (who coincidentally shares the same namesake as our 3rd born.) We spent the morning playing at the Koret Children’s Playground in Golden Gate Park where Kaia took her first carousel ride, sat under a giant ocean wave and snuggled her mama as they listened to her papa strum his guitar. (Kaia’s parents are both talented musicians and artists.) After a fun morning of leaky cold noses we ended our session at Ocean Beach, how fitting. I could hang out with this family all day! They were so laid back and easy going which makes for such an enjoyable shoot. Mega cute baby and super styling fits, help a little too. ;)  xoxo, nancy

They say the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree and in this case, 6 week old Anthony got his good looks from both his mom and dad. This sweet little family was introduced to me by Anthony’s Auntie who contacted me all the way from Texas. How nice is that? Sisters are the best! It makes me so happy to see young growing families. I remember that feeling. <3

How adorable is this one year old baby girl? Those cheeks, lips and wavy wisps of hair!  She has the sweetest parents too and we had a blast hanging out around their neighborhood. Through outfit and location changes, Ena maintained the sweetest disposition. I love the floral jumper that her mom made for her. She has some mad crafting skills, including some crocheted nunchucks and a Bruce Lee bright yellow jumpsuit. SO CUTE! The traditional Korean hanbok gown was worn to celebrate her dol, or first birthday. The colors and detail are so striking! Thanks for letting me share this special time with your family!