If you’re Daniel and Amanda’s parents, don’t read any further until Christmas!

While Amanda was in town visiting her brother and sister-in-law, they started thinking it would be fun to get some photos together as a surprise gift for their parents.  I’ve been assured that they don’t read my blog, but if you know them, help keep these on the down-low!

Newhall locals may not recognize Daniel without his green apron…

In case you missed the connections; Amanda is my friend from college…

…Daniel is her brother…

…who’s married to Ally.

Daniel and Amanda grew up playing guitar and singing together.  Here’s a tribute.

I had the privilege of shooting Daniel and Ally’s wedding last summer in Oregon!

Hey guys, this shoot was a ton of fun.  Even with short notice, I’m glad we were able to fit it in!  Good luck keeping these photos a surprise until Christmas!  🙂

For Valentine’s Day, Jeff bought his wife a gift certificate for a Matt Floreen Photography family photo session! When they redeemed it, we went to their favorite park and beach, and had a really great time…

Why yes, I did nearly get kicked in the face on a few of these:

Don’t try hugging like this at home, kids:

Look at the sand on those feet!

Hey Terrells, thanks for letting me shoot photos of your family! I loved getting to know everybody!

The Beck family and I tried to do a family portrait in December, but it was so cold, the kids were literally turning blue. So we rescheduled, and were blessed with a beautiful January day! Their family is so fun… it’s not hard to get happy photos of them.

This makes me laugh…

It’s fun to be a kid!

Look, a squirrel!

Just the kids…

Mom and Dad’s turn to have fun…

And the whole family…

Thanks, you guys, for asking me to do your photos for you!  I loved getting to spend some time having fun with your family, and seeing how much you all love and care for each other.  Oh, and thanks for lunch, too!