.Sunday Post.

.Homecoming.

First off, does anyone think the week went by super quick?  I feel like I was just putting up last Sunday's post LOLOL :)

I absolutely cannot believe how fast these kids are growing up.  This is my nephew, Tyler and I'm telling you it was just yesterday he was the ring bearer at our wedding.....He is a Freshmen at Chino Hills High and they had their homecoming last night......The GORGEOUS girl at his side, is Carolyn, a long-time friend way back from kindergarten.  Her mom was telling me stories of photographs she has of them at like the age of 9.....Now that's a history!!!!  It's cool to see them now in High School and it was even more cool that I got to take some photos of them before they left for the dance.They looked awesome all dressed up.  Oh, and did you guys get a look at those shoes!!!!! Those are AWESOME!!!! Tyler has a GREAT group of friends, and every single one of them looked fantastik.  I hope you guys all had a blast last night, and I hope you all enjoy making memories in your first year of High School :)

.Sunday Post.

.Bebe "L" 

.Santospirito.
"Holy Spirit"

I am dedicating this Sunday's Post to one of my clients: Mr. and Mrs. Santospirito. They have the most GORGEOUS name with the most BEAUTIFUL meaning......"Holy Spirit"
They are an incredible family with an amazing little baby boy. He will be having open heart surgery this month to repair his heart. I really wanted the Santospiritos to know how AMAZING their son is and I wanted them to know this little guy is in my thoughts each and every day, he is just so special.
I was fortunate enough to spend the morning with them in their home, and what I found when I arrived just touched me. There was just something so magical about their baby, with his soul full of warmth, smiles and happiness....with such a beautiful soul, I can't even imagine a heart like his needing any repairing......
This was honestly the happiest baby ever. As much as his mommy wanted some quiet intimate moments, he was just sooooo playful and happy and fun. You couldn't STOP him from smiling and laffing..
We were fortunate, though, that we were able to really capture the best of both worlds.....sweet and intimate and fun and loving. The Santospiritos have been through so much over the past months worrying over their little man, and I just can't imagine how hard it must be. The amazing thing is you would just never know it.....they are such a strong, caring and welcoming family and so FULL of love for their baby.....Their session was soooo fun and awesome, and I will be posting some other favorites in the next couple of days!!!!!!




My thoughts and prayers are with the Santospiritos........

.Bebe "A".

Beautiful New Life.....A beautiful new addition to the Tomsic family. It was so precious to watch them with her. Baby "A" was a perfect angel. Well, I mean really, could she be anything but perfect? Congratulations to the Tomsic's, you have a gorgeous new baby, and I can't wait for you to view your proofs....

.Sunday Post.

.Cowboy Day.

This is Mia's last year in Pre-K, so I am really trying to take advantage of these "parent help" days at the school.  You know, they grow up sooooo fast.  I used to think that the more photos I took, the longer the moments would last.  Like it would slow the clock down or something......I just always found myself taking THOUSANDS of photos because I thought it would preserve every last moment, but ya know what?  They are still growing up just as fast.  Actually, that is one of the main reason's I started Milano Photography.  I found that the photograph of that fleeting moment may not "STOP" the hands of time, however it gave me something to cherish FOREVER....and, it forces me to slow down and take value in the moments that we have. 

 I really wanted to be able to do that for all of you.....Capture those fleeting moments that time steels away from us.  Hence: Milano Photography was born :) 

On that note, last week was Cowboy Day at Mia's preschool.  I went over there in the morning to take some photos for the teacher of the kid's in Mia's classroom, they were soooooo darn cute.  I wanted to share a couple of Mia.  They all made these hats and bandanas and had a cookout.  

Cole is the little boy....isn't he a QT??? Cole's mommy was gracious enough to allow me to post this picture of the two.  Mia and Cole were in the same class last year, and are in seperate classes this year, but it is sooooo cute to watch them follow each other around during their recess time.  She just LOVES Cole......LOLOLOL......If Jim or I ask her about anything or anyone at school, it's always Cole's name that comes up.  They even make pictures for each other, how cute is that.  It was so funny, I was in the room packing up my gear, while the kids were on the playground, and I hear Cole come into the room and ask the teacher, (not knowing I was in there)

"Have you seen Mia, I just can't find her anywhere"  

Ummmm trouble down the road for us???? Yes, Perhaps.....LOLOLOL

.Velvet Holiday Sessions.

 I can't believe the holidays are sneaking up on us!!!  I am super excited to offer these holiday mini sessions. What a better gift than a captured moment?  Portraits from your sessions can be made into brag books, albums, framed portraits, and they make great gifts for grandparents, parents or family.  A gift given from a memory, can be cherished for a lifetime.....

Sessions are available now through December 15th, so call today to schedule your

Velvet Holiday Session

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.More Amor.

Well, Since we are talking beautiful couples, how about my beautiful wedding couple.  I HAD to post these.  I have so many favorites from their special day.  Actually, I have to say I am very fortunate. Honestly, I have the most AMAZING clients.....All of them.

They are truly good to me.  We go out,we create the best art, and we have fun doing it....

{hmmmm...I feel a big canvas sample coming on}

.Choices.

I just had an ordering appointment with this lovely couple and they LOVED their 

photographs :) I really, really enjoyed the appointment. Their hospitality is unbelievable, and they have a GORGEOUS home and family!!!! They have photos of their family displayed throughout their home....TOTALLY my style. You all know how I feel about "Life being Art" right? Well, they ordered some very elegant enlargements to add to the already beautiful decor in their home.
They have pretty much narrowed down their choices. However, choosing between
the color version and the ever-popular Milano Photography signature BW is still lingering for them.......so, since I wanted them to be able to view them together so that they are making the best choice for their needs, I thought I would share with everyone :)

Which would you choose ;)