Amazing Grace | Orange County, CA Baby & Family Photography

I was beyond thrilled when a) I heard Grace and her mommy were coming to town, and b) that I was going to have the opportunity to get her in front of my camera! See, I've been waiting to snap this little girl since the day she was born! Grace's daddy has been a dear friend since we were high school kids; he even introduced me to his roomie in college- who I ended up marrying! He and his beautiful wife moved to Alabama shortly after the were married, and so when Grace entered the world, she was 2,000 miles away from me!!

It was so much fun joining her extended family down in San Diego for a little shoot with Grace and her big (all boy!) cousins! Besides being adorable, she is inquisitive, snuggly and all around loveable. She had to put up with a fair number of kisses from me, too- hey, I have to get them in when I can!

Love you, Gracie! Can't wait to see you next time you head out west!

Monthly Newsletter | Orange County Newborn, Baby, Child, Family and Engagement Photography

I'm excited to have launched my very first monthly newsletter today! In the coming months, I'll be communicating thoughts, ideas, promotions & specials, new product highlights, photography tips & tricks for you and more via my newsletter! Didn't receive it today, but want in? Just send me an email (alison@alisonkayphotography.com) with "newsletter" in the subject line, and I'll be sure to include you in all the fun!

Here's a little peek... sign up now to read the rest!

Waiting | Mission Viejo, Orange County Maternity Photography

I had the honor of spending some time with the C family, and photographing this beautiful mama as they patiently await the arrival of their second son. J&C are the sweetest parents- so clearly in love with their sweet son, D, who is about as cute as they come. The big brother-to-be has the cutest little smile, which he made me work hard for (good thing I knew the theme song for Jack's Big Music Show)!

Thanks for entrusting your maternity portraits to me, C- and I cannot wait to meet your sweet new addition in a little over a week!


Could she look any more stunning? Seriously!

One! | Mission Viejo Child Photographer

The day has come... my sweet baby boy is ONE today!



This year has passed by so fast. This little guy brings me so much joy! Happy birthday sweet Will man! Mommy, daddy and Kate love you so much!

Happy July- and Merry Christmas! | Orange County Family Photographer

Summer is officially in full swing and I hope you're enjoying the weather, the time with the kids and the many specialities of summer- cool watermelon, sweet corn and lots of time outside, hopefully in a pool somewhere!

While Christmas may be the LAST thing on your mind right now, it is in the forefront of my mind for sure! The next five months are going to fly by and I'm already prepping for Christmas photo season! The inquiries about Christmas portraits are hitting my inbox already, and so, I will be running my Christmas in July promo to give first priority to early bookings! Sessions must be completed in October, November or early December. I will take VERY FEW sessions in the month of December (Saturday, December 3rd will be my last session for the season) to ensure everyone gets their images and cards in time... and to ensure my sanity for the better part of the month ;-) So what does this promo include?

Christmas in July offer:
* 30% off of your session fee ($60 discount; still includes $100 print credit included in normal session fee)
* One free high resolution digital image for your holiday cards; color or black & white ($50 value)
* 10% off additional prints (great Christmas gifts)
* 25% off custom designed holiday cards

This offer ends July 31st, so be sure to book before July is over. Your date will be held with a $100 non-refundable deposit. So give me a call or shoot me an email so we can get you scheduled! Looking forward to capturing your families this holiday season!

It's Summer! | Newport Beach Family Photography

Summer is here- it's official! And what better way to start the summer than a family shoot down at the beautiful Crystal Cove? I cannot get enough of Crystal Cove- the 1930's cottages, the soft sand and the beautiful light... what's not to love? And after July 1st, an added bonus is the Ruby's Shake Shack up on PCH (we were bummed it wasn't open yet!!)

This family is about as adorable as it gets; mom and dad were completely delightful to work with and the kids were a total joy! Though I am loving being a stay at home mom to my children and chasing this photography dream, I do miss the years I spent in youth ministry (my former "real job"). These kids brought that warmth back to my heart that I would experience in youth ministry... such joy! I have to say my favorite part was finding a little crab and one of the kids asking the infamous question, "Can we keep it?!" Too much fun!

Thank you, D family, for meeting me down at beautiful Crystal Cove- your family had me smiling even as I drove home; you're blessed!

Growing | Mission Viejo Baby Photographer

Phew- it's been a while since I blogged some sweet photos! And tonight, I'm sharing my mini man. My little love. Who, all of the sudden, is 10 months old. I'm not entirely sure how that went so quickly, but suddenly I am finding myself spending too much time on Pinterest looking up great ideas for his 1st birthday party.

So my little Will. He crawls, but travels more quickly in the army crawl position. He's pulling up and cruising on the furniture like a pro. He laughs uncontrollably at his big sister and has the.best.hair in South Orange County. If we had a dollar for every comment we hear about his hair when we're out and about, he'd have a sweet college fund growing already.

I love this little gentleman.



"I like big cankles and I cannot lie..."




Life is beautiful.