Wednesday, December 24, 2008

San Diego Photography presents The Winners!

I had a very difficult time choosing which nominated family will get the free photo session.. so I made an executive decision to pick the top three. It is way easier that way. :)

The winners of a free session are....

The Orona Family

The family Vicki G. nominated (I didn't get their names...)

Alan and Jerrilynn Sweat

If you nominated these wonderful people, I need you to email me with a contact email address for the family. I will be back in the office January 10th and we can schedule the sessions at that time. :)


For now, please visit Here to view my family's virtual Christmas card! Merry Christmas.


Love giving..

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

San Diego Photography presents A few reminders....

1. I will be out of the office until Monday, the 15th. If you need to get a hold of me before then, please email me at tolsonhouse4@hotmail.com

2. Please keep sending in your deserving nominees. I have loved reading the different stories, and will have a hard time making a choice!!

3. You all rock.. Have a great rest of the week!

Monday, December 08, 2008

San Diego Photography presents When our family had nothing....

When we didn't have grocery money, people gave it...

When we didn't know how we would buy our kiddos a gift or 2 for Christmas, people gave it...

When we weren't sure we could pay our rent, people gave it...

And the Tolson family doesn't ever want to stop giving... ever! So, I am asking for you to nominate a deserving family for an absolutely free Portrait session with me. Because my Christmas portrait season is nearly over, this will be done in January. It must be someone who doesn't have the ability to use my services at this time, and you can't nominate yourself. Shoot me an email and tell me their story.. hurry though.. the nominee will be chosen on Christmas Day! :) (I have been known to give the nominating party a free session as well.. hint, hint...)


Here are a few more people who are listening to the true meaning of the season and giving to those who are in need....

She gave a goat...

They are donating cans galore for every comment they receive... Go!


So.. do you know a family who has nothing, and is in need. I am here willing to help them catch a memory..Please email me at contactme@sarahtolsonphotography.com and tell me about them. :)

People...Give it!


Love Blessing..

Sunday, December 07, 2008

San Diego photography presents A renewed tradition...

Last year was a weird holiday season for us. We were unemployed, had nary a penny to buy things for our kiddos, and my husband was not with us for Christmas time. His dear grandma was in her final days and he went out to be with that side of the family for Christmas. I wanted to go, but we didn't want to leave our kiddos without at least one of us. My husband and I are excited to put that sad, but necessary part of our lives to rest and renew our annual Christmas traditions. :)

So you can imagine our gratefulness at being able to put a tree up... we didn't even get one last year.... And we blasted Pandora Swinging Holiday Mix, made some hot cocoa and tea, and just enjoyed being together. The kiddos did a great job decorating our little tree and we just feel so blessed. :)

I know life is hard! Trust me.. our family has been through a heck of a lot in 11 years, but I hope that you will create your own traditions. Listen to music, sip on some peppermint tea, don't spend more than you make, live, laugh, love, and make this season special for your family.


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Love Restoration..

Friday, December 05, 2008

San Diego Photography presents WindandSea at high tide...

I am not an expert in beach photography (She is!!) and I have never claimed to be... but living in San Diego with gorgeous weather makes clients long for photos on the beach. I am happy to oblige. :) But I have had to learn a few things along the way too.

One thing I was taught was to always check the tide charts. Yep.. I agree.. that is a good idea. Because if you don't check them, or even maybe check them and ignore them (like I did) you will get to the beach, and there won't be much of it. And if you have decided to take portraits on a sunny day at the beach... umm... a million people will have decided to enjoy that sun with you.. Dangit!

It is only with creative angling and photoshop that I was able to take some of these pics for my dear friend the other week. Don't be like me!! Use the almighty tide chart.... ;)


Just a few of my faves of the day...

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Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting




Love Rules..

Thursday, December 04, 2008

Advent Conspiracy

I saw this video last night, and thought it was well put together, and really summed up the way I feel about the Christmas Season. Take 2 minutes to watch it, and then go here and do it !! :)

Thursday, November 27, 2008

San Diego Photography presents Our Thanksgiving

My sweet momma wasn't feeling well, so I took over the cooking duties.. at 2 separate houses with 2 separate turkeys... I was a busy girl. Here are my favorite snaps from the day...


After snapping about 20 with her hands in front of her face.. I finally got this.
hannah1108

What is all this about?? Keeping it real...
todd1108
I am not particularly fond of Thanksgiving food.. but since I cooked it all.. I wanted to document the occasion!
food1108

My Dad... He was in the middle of telling us what he was thankful for and just looked so handsome. :)
dad1108
Gloria (soon to be new family member), Me, and my Momma. :)
family1108


Thanks for letting me share our day with you! I hope your holiday was amazing. :)

Love Family..

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Hopelessly behind....

This is every portrait photographers craziest season. Everyone wants family pictures for the holidays.. and I am more than happy to oblige. But that means my blog has been sadly neglected.. I am sorry dear blog. I will try to do better! :)

So, a friend, of a friend, of a friend, of a friend called me to have their Christmas pictures taken. I love how that works. :) I met this beautiful family out at Balboa Park, on what was, I think, the busiest day they have ever had.

For one, it was a beautiful Sunday with temps in the high 70's, so all the dogwalkers, baby strollers, mimes, didgeridoo players (oh,you don't know what that is... here) tarot card readers, et al.. were out in full force. Secondly, it was a day for thousands of women to don on their pink and walk for Breast Cancer.. a noble cause for sure... but it makes it hard to find a parking space. :)

I digress...

So, the B family showed up ready to go, and I am not kidding you I didn't have to pose these girlies one bit. They had curls in place and smiles in tact, and boy I loved this session!! Here are just a few to tide you over on the holiday!

Happy Thanksgiving... Mrs. B.. your email will be in your inbox soon! :)


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Love Sweetness..

Monday, November 17, 2008

San Diego Photography presents A tried and true pose...

I have so many Christmas sessions to blog, but I am still editing away... I wanted to give you a hint at some pictures to come.

This is one of my favorite poses for a mom and baby. Some may say it is overdone, but my clients are mothers (mostly) and every mother I have ever met would die to have a picture like this to look back on. Me included. :)


Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting




Love Babies..

Thursday, November 06, 2008

What they were...

Yes, I am late to the party.. but that is not new. This is really posted so grandmas and aunties can take a look at my bubbas decked out in Halloween glory. :)

My Ninja and my Bumblebee....


Ninja01


bumblebee01

Love Family..

Saturday, November 01, 2008

San Diego Photography presents No longer awaiting Nathan... :)

Look who I got to meet!! It's Nathan. Remember when we were all awaiting his arrival. :)

I had such fun holding this sleeping, warm, soft little bub. When our session was done.. I didn't want to leave. And I said so too.. But then I remembered how I used to walk around in a daze, waiting for the little person to finally go to sleep.

And then I would walk ever so carefully into the room to place them in their crib.

And then I would hold my breath...because as every young mom knows, one wrong breath can lead to the destruction of the napping procedure..

And then I would pray as I have never prayed before..."Please let them sleep so I can shower, and sleep for a minute, and brush my teeth, and maybe have a meal... Please!" But really, even if I got one of those things, I considered naptime a sucess.

And then I would back out of their room, still walking as quietly as I could...

And then as soon as I shut the door, the angels would begin to sing a sweet beautiful sound like none other (in the baby monitor, of course)... the peaceful, slumbering breath of your tiny one.

So, I remembered those wonderful feelings, and scurried out of there so Jess could have a little nap. But, can you blame me for not wanting to leave??

I mean really...

nathan002

nathan004

nathan003

nathan001

nathan005

Love Newness..

Sunday, October 26, 2008

Overheard Conversations..

My two children.. in the kitchen...planning to sell some tea to our neighbors.

"Brother, you have to put more agave in the tea so people will buy it..
Can I stir it??"

"Hannah, I am good at stirring it."

"Oh yeah, wait, you're the business dude."

"I hope we can make 5 dollars a day, and Mom, you get 25% for being such a good mom."

"Brother, don't drink all the tea because it is for our customers."

"This is the goodest tea ever."

So, my heart was melted, but then I looked at my kitchen, and it is destroyed. I need some prayer so I don't ruin their business venture with my yelling. :)

I am all about being real...

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

Sneak Peak... Balboa Park Family Session..

A tiny glimpse into my latest family session.. more to come later tonight! :)

This was one good looking family!!

helfers001blog

helfers007blog

Love Siblings..

Monday, October 20, 2008

A Heritage Park Wedding...

You might remember this beautiful couple from their engagement session back in April. They got married last week at Heritage Park, and the day couldn't have been more perfect. Olivia called me on Monday and we both were concerned that her entirely outside wedding would be a soggy mess, according to the weather prediction. We needn't have worried. The sun was brightly shining the entire day... Lucky us!!

Her colors were vibrant green, black and white. She spent a gazillion hours making sure everything would be just as she planned. During pictures, Olivia kept telling Joe how perfect everything was turning out... I think she was pleased. :)

Their reception was at the gorgeous Old Venice Restaurant in Point Loma, and my twinkle light obsession was soothed that night... They were everywhere.

Olivia and Joe.. thanks for letting me in on a piece of your history. Your wedding was the stuff of dreams and I hope this helps that memory live on. :)


OJ (103)blog

OJ (185)blog

OJ (253)blog


OJ (414)blog

OJ (685)blog

OJ (485)blog

OJ (789)blog



OJ (661)blog


Please visit here for a slideshow of my faves from your day!!

Saturday, October 18, 2008

Just a reminder....

2 things..

#1 - For all my clients who recieved my annual Christmas Package Sale offer, you have until November 1st to book your session. :) By the way, your session can take place anytime in November, but it needs to be on the books by the 1st. I only have a handful of slots left, so please email me so I can fit you in.

And, if you want to know what I am referring to.. shoot me an email and I might include you!!

#2 - Sarah Tolson Photography will be closing for the holidays as of December 10th, and will not re-open until January 2nd. I will be sipping on Pumpkin Spice lattes.. thinking of you..

The point... don't wait to email me. :)

Friday, October 17, 2008

Sneak Peak from the Windansea in La Jolla

Well.. I am woefully behind on my posting. I still have August sessions yet to blog, and I will be getting around to it!! I promise. :)

Stay tuned for...
Apple picking...
An awesome Balboa Park family sesh...
A Heritage Park wedding....
My daughter's first pair of glasses...
And random family sessions around San Diego...

But for now, I give you this.

zwall004

Monday, October 06, 2008

Gasp... Senior pictures with a boy!!

It can be done.. there are some guys out there who want their senior pictures taken! :)

Meet Luke...

See his rad pictures...

Taken at Escondido City Hall.. (Great location!!)

luke40

luke23

luke004

luke005

My absolute fave of the day!!
luke35

Saturday, October 04, 2008

The session that broke my heart...

I had a Make-A-Wish photoshoot for a girl name Sydney...

Sydney wore sparkly pink lip gloss and a rad hat....

Sydney is a 10 year old darling with an inoperable brain tumor...

I was referred by a friend to take their family pictures...

Tasha, the mom, told me family pictures at the beach was her Make-a-Wish....

I was so honored to be able to help them...

Here are a few of their pics....
ives013

ives016

ives032

ives023

ives005

ives011

Please visit the Ives' site to read about their story.

Love Forever..

Monday, September 29, 2008

And so.. I turned 32.

Last week, I celebrated my birthday, and I had such a great day! The Friday before my wonderful man surprised me with an Iphone. I had wanted one, but was not thinking I would get it for a while. I heart my phone!! It is amazing. :) Thanks love!

On the day of my birth, I went out to sushi (my absolute fave.. and still raw!)with 2 of my sisters, 2 of my nephews, and my Momma and Dad. Just so you know.. that isn't even half of my family.

I was also checking out this well recommended sushi place for a client meeting I have coming up..

We had the best time.. laughing at nothing.. harmonizing to the birthday song.. and eating some good food. They even gave us our desserts for free.. Isn't that too cool?? My parents weren't brave enough to try the sushi, but they did fill up on tempura and teriyaki. :) Here are just the girls (and we are missing a sister!!)
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Wait.. Fried Ice Cream and Banana's Foster isn't raw!!?? WHAT!!... It has bananas....


Yeah.. I didn't stick to my raw plan that day. ;)
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This place had the coolest walls.. I just felt like showing you all. :) I wonder if Todd would let me put this in our bedroom.. Can't you just see this guy over our bed.. protecting us while we sleep....

No?

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I also had the absolute delight of not having to cook (or un-cook for me) a single meal that day!

Sidenote time... I love to cook, but when you prepare meals for 2-4 people on a daily basis, 3 times a day, for over 10 years.. It gets a little tedious. :)

Umm.. Can I get a witness??

Anyone???


Thanks to all who made my birthday such a special day. I mean it when I say that I felt very loved and celebrated. :) Big hugs to you all!!

Saturday, September 20, 2008

And the rest of the Balboa Park wedding...

Why are most of these in black and white.. Allow me to share a few reasons with you..

1. I don't like to use a lot of actions, but sometimes a picture really works well with certain ones... Old School Fast from TRA was one of my faves for this wedding. Maybe it was the style of dress the bride was wearing, or the outside atmosphere.. It doesn't work with every picture, but it did with this one!

2. I was second shooting, so if I didn't want to process these in color.. I didn't have to. I love the freedom of being the second shooter!

3. We were outside, in harsh sunlight, and that is difficult for me (Thanks for letting me be honest with ya!) Old School toned down some of the shots I loved, but were too bright. :)And the other black and white conversion I ran just made some of these shots pop!

So now.. take a peek and let me know what you think!!


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Aha... a picture in color...
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The bridesmaids.. I set this up doing headshots of all of them, and then created a collage in Photoshop. :)

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My absolute favorite! I love Father Daughter moments...

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Another color detail...
DetailCollage1

Wednesday, December 24, 2008

San Diego Photography presents The Winners!

I had a very difficult time choosing which nominated family will get the free photo session.. so I made an executive decision to pick the top three. It is way easier that way. :)

The winners of a free session are....

The Orona Family

The family Vicki G. nominated (I didn't get their names...)

Alan and Jerrilynn Sweat

If you nominated these wonderful people, I need you to email me with a contact email address for the family. I will be back in the office January 10th and we can schedule the sessions at that time. :)


For now, please visit Here to view my family's virtual Christmas card! Merry Christmas.


Love giving..

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

San Diego Photography presents A few reminders....

1. I will be out of the office until Monday, the 15th. If you need to get a hold of me before then, please email me at tolsonhouse4@hotmail.com

2. Please keep sending in your deserving nominees. I have loved reading the different stories, and will have a hard time making a choice!!

3. You all rock.. Have a great rest of the week!

Monday, December 08, 2008

San Diego Photography presents When our family had nothing....

When we didn't have grocery money, people gave it...

When we didn't know how we would buy our kiddos a gift or 2 for Christmas, people gave it...

When we weren't sure we could pay our rent, people gave it...

And the Tolson family doesn't ever want to stop giving... ever! So, I am asking for you to nominate a deserving family for an absolutely free Portrait session with me. Because my Christmas portrait season is nearly over, this will be done in January. It must be someone who doesn't have the ability to use my services at this time, and you can't nominate yourself. Shoot me an email and tell me their story.. hurry though.. the nominee will be chosen on Christmas Day! :) (I have been known to give the nominating party a free session as well.. hint, hint...)


Here are a few more people who are listening to the true meaning of the season and giving to those who are in need....

She gave a goat...

They are donating cans galore for every comment they receive... Go!


So.. do you know a family who has nothing, and is in need. I am here willing to help them catch a memory..Please email me at contactme@sarahtolsonphotography.com and tell me about them. :)

People...Give it!


Love Blessing..

Sunday, December 07, 2008

San Diego photography presents A renewed tradition...

Last year was a weird holiday season for us. We were unemployed, had nary a penny to buy things for our kiddos, and my husband was not with us for Christmas time. His dear grandma was in her final days and he went out to be with that side of the family for Christmas. I wanted to go, but we didn't want to leave our kiddos without at least one of us. My husband and I are excited to put that sad, but necessary part of our lives to rest and renew our annual Christmas traditions. :)

So you can imagine our gratefulness at being able to put a tree up... we didn't even get one last year.... And we blasted Pandora Swinging Holiday Mix, made some hot cocoa and tea, and just enjoyed being together. The kiddos did a great job decorating our little tree and we just feel so blessed. :)

I know life is hard! Trust me.. our family has been through a heck of a lot in 11 years, but I hope that you will create your own traditions. Listen to music, sip on some peppermint tea, don't spend more than you make, live, laugh, love, and make this season special for your family.


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Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting




Love Restoration..

Friday, December 05, 2008

San Diego Photography presents WindandSea at high tide...

I am not an expert in beach photography (She is!!) and I have never claimed to be... but living in San Diego with gorgeous weather makes clients long for photos on the beach. I am happy to oblige. :) But I have had to learn a few things along the way too.

One thing I was taught was to always check the tide charts. Yep.. I agree.. that is a good idea. Because if you don't check them, or even maybe check them and ignore them (like I did) you will get to the beach, and there won't be much of it. And if you have decided to take portraits on a sunny day at the beach... umm... a million people will have decided to enjoy that sun with you.. Dangit!

It is only with creative angling and photoshop that I was able to take some of these pics for my dear friend the other week. Don't be like me!! Use the almighty tide chart.... ;)


Just a few of my faves of the day...

Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting


Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting


Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting




Love Rules..

Thursday, December 04, 2008

Advent Conspiracy

I saw this video last night, and thought it was well put together, and really summed up the way I feel about the Christmas Season. Take 2 minutes to watch it, and then go here and do it !! :)

Thursday, November 27, 2008

San Diego Photography presents Our Thanksgiving

My sweet momma wasn't feeling well, so I took over the cooking duties.. at 2 separate houses with 2 separate turkeys... I was a busy girl. Here are my favorite snaps from the day...


After snapping about 20 with her hands in front of her face.. I finally got this.
hannah1108

What is all this about?? Keeping it real...
todd1108
I am not particularly fond of Thanksgiving food.. but since I cooked it all.. I wanted to document the occasion!
food1108

My Dad... He was in the middle of telling us what he was thankful for and just looked so handsome. :)
dad1108
Gloria (soon to be new family member), Me, and my Momma. :)
family1108


Thanks for letting me share our day with you! I hope your holiday was amazing. :)

Love Family..

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Hopelessly behind....

This is every portrait photographers craziest season. Everyone wants family pictures for the holidays.. and I am more than happy to oblige. But that means my blog has been sadly neglected.. I am sorry dear blog. I will try to do better! :)

So, a friend, of a friend, of a friend, of a friend called me to have their Christmas pictures taken. I love how that works. :) I met this beautiful family out at Balboa Park, on what was, I think, the busiest day they have ever had.

For one, it was a beautiful Sunday with temps in the high 70's, so all the dogwalkers, baby strollers, mimes, didgeridoo players (oh,you don't know what that is... here) tarot card readers, et al.. were out in full force. Secondly, it was a day for thousands of women to don on their pink and walk for Breast Cancer.. a noble cause for sure... but it makes it hard to find a parking space. :)

I digress...

So, the B family showed up ready to go, and I am not kidding you I didn't have to pose these girlies one bit. They had curls in place and smiles in tact, and boy I loved this session!! Here are just a few to tide you over on the holiday!

Happy Thanksgiving... Mrs. B.. your email will be in your inbox soon! :)


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Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting


Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting


Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting




Love Sweetness..

Monday, November 17, 2008

San Diego Photography presents A tried and true pose...

I have so many Christmas sessions to blog, but I am still editing away... I wanted to give you a hint at some pictures to come.

This is one of my favorite poses for a mom and baby. Some may say it is overdone, but my clients are mothers (mostly) and every mother I have ever met would die to have a picture like this to look back on. Me included. :)


Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting




Love Babies..

Thursday, November 06, 2008

What they were...

Yes, I am late to the party.. but that is not new. This is really posted so grandmas and aunties can take a look at my bubbas decked out in Halloween glory. :)

My Ninja and my Bumblebee....


Ninja01


bumblebee01

Love Family..

Saturday, November 01, 2008

San Diego Photography presents No longer awaiting Nathan... :)

Look who I got to meet!! It's Nathan. Remember when we were all awaiting his arrival. :)

I had such fun holding this sleeping, warm, soft little bub. When our session was done.. I didn't want to leave. And I said so too.. But then I remembered how I used to walk around in a daze, waiting for the little person to finally go to sleep.

And then I would walk ever so carefully into the room to place them in their crib.

And then I would hold my breath...because as every young mom knows, one wrong breath can lead to the destruction of the napping procedure..

And then I would pray as I have never prayed before..."Please let them sleep so I can shower, and sleep for a minute, and brush my teeth, and maybe have a meal... Please!" But really, even if I got one of those things, I considered naptime a sucess.

And then I would back out of their room, still walking as quietly as I could...

And then as soon as I shut the door, the angels would begin to sing a sweet beautiful sound like none other (in the baby monitor, of course)... the peaceful, slumbering breath of your tiny one.

So, I remembered those wonderful feelings, and scurried out of there so Jess could have a little nap. But, can you blame me for not wanting to leave??

I mean really...

nathan002

nathan004

nathan003

nathan001

nathan005

Love Newness..

Sunday, October 26, 2008

Overheard Conversations..

My two children.. in the kitchen...planning to sell some tea to our neighbors.

"Brother, you have to put more agave in the tea so people will buy it..
Can I stir it??"

"Hannah, I am good at stirring it."

"Oh yeah, wait, you're the business dude."

"I hope we can make 5 dollars a day, and Mom, you get 25% for being such a good mom."

"Brother, don't drink all the tea because it is for our customers."

"This is the goodest tea ever."

So, my heart was melted, but then I looked at my kitchen, and it is destroyed. I need some prayer so I don't ruin their business venture with my yelling. :)

I am all about being real...

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

Sneak Peak... Balboa Park Family Session..

A tiny glimpse into my latest family session.. more to come later tonight! :)

This was one good looking family!!

helfers001blog

helfers007blog

Love Siblings..

Monday, October 20, 2008

A Heritage Park Wedding...

You might remember this beautiful couple from their engagement session back in April. They got married last week at Heritage Park, and the day couldn't have been more perfect. Olivia called me on Monday and we both were concerned that her entirely outside wedding would be a soggy mess, according to the weather prediction. We needn't have worried. The sun was brightly shining the entire day... Lucky us!!

Her colors were vibrant green, black and white. She spent a gazillion hours making sure everything would be just as she planned. During pictures, Olivia kept telling Joe how perfect everything was turning out... I think she was pleased. :)

Their reception was at the gorgeous Old Venice Restaurant in Point Loma, and my twinkle light obsession was soothed that night... They were everywhere.

Olivia and Joe.. thanks for letting me in on a piece of your history. Your wedding was the stuff of dreams and I hope this helps that memory live on. :)


OJ (103)blog

OJ (185)blog

OJ (253)blog


OJ (414)blog

OJ (685)blog

OJ (485)blog

OJ (789)blog



OJ (661)blog


Please visit here for a slideshow of my faves from your day!!

Saturday, October 18, 2008

Just a reminder....

2 things..

#1 - For all my clients who recieved my annual Christmas Package Sale offer, you have until November 1st to book your session. :) By the way, your session can take place anytime in November, but it needs to be on the books by the 1st. I only have a handful of slots left, so please email me so I can fit you in.

And, if you want to know what I am referring to.. shoot me an email and I might include you!!

#2 - Sarah Tolson Photography will be closing for the holidays as of December 10th, and will not re-open until January 2nd. I will be sipping on Pumpkin Spice lattes.. thinking of you..

The point... don't wait to email me. :)

Friday, October 17, 2008

Sneak Peak from the Windansea in La Jolla

Well.. I am woefully behind on my posting. I still have August sessions yet to blog, and I will be getting around to it!! I promise. :)

Stay tuned for...
Apple picking...
An awesome Balboa Park family sesh...
A Heritage Park wedding....
My daughter's first pair of glasses...
And random family sessions around San Diego...

But for now, I give you this.

zwall004

Monday, October 06, 2008

Gasp... Senior pictures with a boy!!

It can be done.. there are some guys out there who want their senior pictures taken! :)

Meet Luke...

See his rad pictures...

Taken at Escondido City Hall.. (Great location!!)

luke40

luke23

luke004

luke005

My absolute fave of the day!!
luke35

Saturday, October 04, 2008

The session that broke my heart...

I had a Make-A-Wish photoshoot for a girl name Sydney...

Sydney wore sparkly pink lip gloss and a rad hat....

Sydney is a 10 year old darling with an inoperable brain tumor...

I was referred by a friend to take their family pictures...

Tasha, the mom, told me family pictures at the beach was her Make-a-Wish....

I was so honored to be able to help them...

Here are a few of their pics....
ives013

ives016

ives032

ives023

ives005

ives011

Please visit the Ives' site to read about their story.

Love Forever..

Monday, September 29, 2008

And so.. I turned 32.

Last week, I celebrated my birthday, and I had such a great day! The Friday before my wonderful man surprised me with an Iphone. I had wanted one, but was not thinking I would get it for a while. I heart my phone!! It is amazing. :) Thanks love!

On the day of my birth, I went out to sushi (my absolute fave.. and still raw!)with 2 of my sisters, 2 of my nephews, and my Momma and Dad. Just so you know.. that isn't even half of my family.

I was also checking out this well recommended sushi place for a client meeting I have coming up..

We had the best time.. laughing at nothing.. harmonizing to the birthday song.. and eating some good food. They even gave us our desserts for free.. Isn't that too cool?? My parents weren't brave enough to try the sushi, but they did fill up on tempura and teriyaki. :) Here are just the girls (and we are missing a sister!!)
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Wait.. Fried Ice Cream and Banana's Foster isn't raw!!?? WHAT!!... It has bananas....


Yeah.. I didn't stick to my raw plan that day. ;)
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This place had the coolest walls.. I just felt like showing you all. :) I wonder if Todd would let me put this in our bedroom.. Can't you just see this guy over our bed.. protecting us while we sleep....

No?

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I also had the absolute delight of not having to cook (or un-cook for me) a single meal that day!

Sidenote time... I love to cook, but when you prepare meals for 2-4 people on a daily basis, 3 times a day, for over 10 years.. It gets a little tedious. :)

Umm.. Can I get a witness??

Anyone???


Thanks to all who made my birthday such a special day. I mean it when I say that I felt very loved and celebrated. :) Big hugs to you all!!

Saturday, September 20, 2008

And the rest of the Balboa Park wedding...

Why are most of these in black and white.. Allow me to share a few reasons with you..

1. I don't like to use a lot of actions, but sometimes a picture really works well with certain ones... Old School Fast from TRA was one of my faves for this wedding. Maybe it was the style of dress the bride was wearing, or the outside atmosphere.. It doesn't work with every picture, but it did with this one!

2. I was second shooting, so if I didn't want to process these in color.. I didn't have to. I love the freedom of being the second shooter!

3. We were outside, in harsh sunlight, and that is difficult for me (Thanks for letting me be honest with ya!) Old School toned down some of the shots I loved, but were too bright. :)And the other black and white conversion I ran just made some of these shots pop!

So now.. take a peek and let me know what you think!!


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Aha... a picture in color...
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The bridesmaids.. I set this up doing headshots of all of them, and then created a collage in Photoshop. :)

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My absolute favorite! I love Father Daughter moments...

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Another color detail...
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