Monday, May 23, 2011

Soberanis Family {Sneak Peek}

Yesterday I photographed the Soberanis Family!  This lovely family of 8 was extremely loving, united, kind, and adorable.  Now let's not forget to mention the reason behind the photo shoot.  Little Joaquin is the pride and joy of this family!  He just celebrated his first year of life and you better believe we combined a "smash the cake" session!  Joaquin is the first grandchild!  Can you imagine the love little Joaquin receives? 

Soberanis family, Thank You so much for your time and trust in allowing me to capture these incredible memories.  I congratulate you for being such amazing parents and I hope to continue to provide future memories.  With much love and appreciation, Carina Montes!





Saturday, May 14, 2011

Benavides :: Love

Meet my oldest sister and brother-in-law. They are two amazing people that have been through so much much and above all still manage to have unconditional love, respect, honesty, and values.  Pina, as she likes to be called, is the reason why my mother became a mom!  She was the first born.  She has four amazing children and four grandchildren, two additional ones on the way.  Every time we talk, it's not for five minutes, but sometimes for an hour.  We reminisce about our mom, talk about our lives, and give each other advice.  Pina can technically be my mom, since we're 21 years apart.  She's was the first born and I was second to the last!  Another reason why I love to see and speak to her is because she is the one that resembles my mother the most.  Her personality, the way she dresses (very sophisticated), her petiteness, and even the way she scolds (I'm sure the girls would agree with me) resembles my mom.  :)  

Now my brother-in-law is the sweetest ever!  My nieces and nephew are very lucky to have him.  Not to say, he's such an adorable and loving grandfather.  Well 'nough said.  I'm getting emotional.  I just admire these two for the love they have.  I only hope and dream that God continues to bless me with the love that is present in the Benavides Family.  I wanted my nieces and nephew to have these priceless memories because as we all know, life is not eternal, but we can continue to reminisce and laugh when we look at memories such as these.  BTW, both hate taking pictures, but I told them they had no choice.  I wanted to surprise the kids with these memories and BOY did I surprise them!  There were even some tears of joy.  Love you Benavides Family!

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Julian Oliver | Smash the Cake Sneak Peek

Meet little Julian.  He is a whole one year young and so full of beauty and life!  His parents wanted to capture his sweet innocence and what better way than to "smash the cake" all by himself.  At first, Julian was excited and soon after had a shocking reaction as if parents were saying, "what are you doing?"  I've had the opportunity to capture several of these sessions and every time I experience a new one, I can't stop laughing out of excitement and cuteness!  Oliver family, congratulations on your son's first birthday!  I enjoyed your company and awesome personalities!  xoxo


Badillo Family | Sneak Peek

Today I photographed the Badillo Family.  They were a referral from the lovely Tapia-Gradilla family.  Well, our session was suppose to be an hour, but due to the way we hit it off and had so much in common, we were together for 2.5 hours.  What a blessing!  We shared so many things in common and I couldn't be anymore thankful for having the trust and opportunity in documenting this important milestone in the Badillo's life.  Congratulations Badillo family!  Little Emilio is absolutely adorable and I couldn't be any happier to have met you.  I look forward in documenting his baptism and documenting his grandparents in future sessions.  Much love your way.


Monday, May 9, 2011

New Orleans, Louisiana | Photography Giveaway

Hello World!  It's been a while since my last posting, but it's never too late to hope that all the beautiful mommies enjoyed their special day!  Mine was busy, but relaxing at the same time.  Spent some time with my in-laws, my three favorite people (daughter, hubby & sis), visited my mom at the cemetery, and pampered myself with a pedi/mani.  Loved it!

So I'm exploring New Orleans with a dear friend of mine.  It's beyond GORGEOUS!!! Just my kind of place.  Vintage, historic, loud, and gorgeous luscious architecture.  And OMG, the homes are beyond stunning!  If we were to have landmarks and luscious architecture as here, I'd be in heaven during every single portrait session!  Tons of colored doors, french doors, iron doors, brick, vintage wooden doors and never ending trees!

My friend Rosie and I arrived this morning.  We took a 4 hour well deserved nap and explored the French Quarter area.  Our hotel is right on Bourbon street so you can image all the colored beads, music, alcohol, etc.  We are way passed that era, but enjoyed being spectators.  We tried a po'boy gravy roast beef sandwich, the best bloody mary's I've ever had, walked to the famous Cafe Du Monde and finally got a chance to taste the famous beignets.  I was in heaven during those 5 mins.  Yes, I inhaled them (don't judge; lol)!  I apologize for the lousy iphone pics, but believe it or not, that's the only camera that I had during this evening.  Later, we went to this restaurant (forgot the name) and had some amazing sampler of the Gumbo, Red Beans and Rice, and Jambalaya! My friend ordered the best prime rib!  Gosh, nothing but consuming calories and fat! :(  I totally blew my WW points, but I enjoyed every single bit of it.

Even though I'm having fun, I miss the loves of my life.  Mia was so upset that she couldn't come with me, but after I told her I'd buy her a banana (as she wanted) she was a bit more at ease.  I have the best hubby ever.  We every so often give each other a break. Why?  Well because we really do believe that "absence makes the heart grow fonder!"  :)

Thanks for reading about my day.  With this said, I'd love to see my FB fan page hit 2000 fans!  Do you think this can happen? Here's the fun giveaway details!  As many of you know, my birthday was in April.  I will have a photography giveaway for that special person/child in your life that celebrated a birthday in April or May (doesn't matter what age).  Why May?  In celebration of all the mommies!  Send me a picture of your little/loved one to carina@miamorphotography.com by May 17th (a good weeks time). I will complete details to this fabulous giveaway sessions by then and the voting will begin!  You must be able to come to the 90706 area.  If it's age appropriate, I will do a smash the cake photography session, otherwise we will have the session at a nearby park!  Remember, this is good for that one person!  :)  So tell your friends and send details their way.  Tell them to become fans through Facebook so they won't miss updated info.  The more the merrier!



Friday, May 6, 2011

Camacho Family {Sneak Peek}

Meet the Camacho Family.  I was fortunate enough to meet them through referral.  They have been so kind to me and I am very honored to call them friends.  Little "J" couldn't be any cuter. I was the lucky photographer chosen to document his newborn pictures.  Even though he wanted to join his parents early, he proved to be a true miracle and above all obstacles was able to put on weight, grow, and show love to mommy & daddy!  Camacho family, you know you are dear and near to my heart.  I admire you for what you've been through and above all obstacles you manage to show your unconditional love to others.  God has truly blessed you and will continue to do so because of your beautiful souls!  With much love and appreciation, Carina!





Monday, May 2, 2011

Baby Ortiz | Newborn Photography Session

Meet baby Ortiz. She is 2 weeks young and simply stunning! This lovely soul has made her mommy & daddy first time parents and they couldn't be happier. She is lucky to have them both. Mr. & Mrs. Ortiz, thank you so much for your time, patience, and kindness during our photography session. Congratulations on your bundle of joy! Your princess is undeniably gorgeous. Wishing you nothing but continued blessings! Hope you've enjoyed this brief sneak peek. With much love and appreciation, xoxo Carina