Kimberly Wassenberg Photography

I'm still on Hiatus

2010-09-22T12:33:00.001-07:00

Well, a couple of months has turned into almost a year. I will take my break from photography through the end of this school year at least, and will continue to focus on family and health. I appreciate everyone's understanding.

For wonderful photography, please contact:
Karen Rusten of Brown Mouse Photography
Maria or Robyn of Verite Photography

All of these women are talented photographers, and super-nice people!!!

On Hiatus

2010-02-17T09:37:00.003-08:00

I'm currently on hiatus from photography, but I will be back to it in a couple of months. If you cannot wait, please contact Karen Rusten of Brown Mouse Photography, or Maria or Robyn of Verite Photography. All of these women are talented photographers, and super-nice people!!!

getting organized

2010-01-15T13:26:00.000-08:00

We've moved house, not too far, still in Cambrian, near Los Gatos. The job of moving the whole family plus my office was a huge task. I'm finally getting to do a little photo editing in between unpacking and searching for items! Forgive me if I've been out of touch. I'll soon be up to speed!

Last day for Santa Photos!

2009-12-16T23:03:00.000-08:00

This Saturday, the 19th is the last day for Santa photos at Kool Kids Couture in downtown Willow Glen. We will be there from 11am-2pm. Santa is fabulous, and he brings his "one-horse open sleigh" for the kids to sit in.

Santa Photos in December

2009-12-04T09:21:00.001-08:00

I'm going to be doing Santa photos for Kool Kids Couture in Willow Glen the next three Saturdays. See flyer below for times! Call Cathy at Kool Kids to make an appointment, or you can walk in. NOTE: TIMES HAVE CHANGED FOR SANTA ON THE 12TH!!! 1PM-4PM!!

Beach Boys

2009-09-26T18:31:00.001-07:00

Places

2009-09-24T15:12:00.001-07:00

Fun Fun Fun at the Boardwalk!

2009-09-24T14:21:00.001-07:00

A gorgeous day at the Santa Cruz Boardwalk with some of my favorite people!

Jewelry Photography

2009-09-24T12:57:00.000-07:00

Fun Product Photography

2009-09-24T12:35:00.000-07:00

skirt stitch patterns

shawl flower placement

latest project

We are having a fundraiser for Carlton Elementary. I'm donating my time to teach the classes, and hopefully inspire some folks to make their own stuff!

Work in Progress

Work in Progress

Crocheted Lace Scarf

Food and Garden Photography

2009-09-24T11:48:00.000-07:00

Fall Family Photo

2009-08-31T08:59:00.000-07:00

We had a gorgeous day for this family's photos. I last saw them when the little guy was 9 months old, and now, he's talking and walking!

Holiday Card Designs 2009

2009-08-15T21:17:00.001-07:00

Here are this year's Holiday card designs. I'm still updating, so check back!

Peek-A-Boo!

2009-07-25T17:32:00.000-07:00

Little B was still sleepy after a long nap, but sure warmed up after this game of peek-a-boo. I had so much fun with B and his parents! Thanks for letting me share your day :)

They Like Me, They Really Like Me!

2009-07-22T11:07:00.000-07:00

Could I be more excited? I'm also kind of freaking out. I'm speaking at the Bay Photo Lab booth, at the Pro Photo Expo 2009 in SF at the end of August! I'll be talking about Photoshop templates, hopefully creating fans of my designs--Limberdog Design.

Portland Oregon Photo Sessions Part 4

2009-07-14T14:35:00.001-07:00

Hello blue eyes! Sometimes ya gotta have some color :)

Portland Oregon Photo Sessions Part 3

2009-07-14T14:22:00.000-07:00

I've known her daddy for 26 years...CRAZY! Crazier that we both have kids about the same age after all this time!

Portland Oregon Photo Sessions Part 2

2009-07-14T14:07:00.000-07:00

Here are some more images from the Portland trip. I've been lucky enough to know these fabulous siblings since before they were born!

Portland Oregon Photo Sessions Part 1

2009-07-08T09:15:00.000-07:00

I was sooooo happy to go to Portland and take photos of some of my dearest friends' families. Here is one sample...more to come!

That Toothless Grin

2009-06-11T20:23:00.000-07:00

Documenting those missing front teeth is such fun! She's moving on to a new stage of "Kid-hood".

Ceremony in North Carolina

2009-05-27T07:43:00.000-07:00

I traveled to North Carolina for the privilege to witness and document the ceremony between these two wonderful women. I was so happy to see the support of their friends and family, and the participation of their children during the ceremony and joyful party that followed.

Mother's Day Gift Idea

2009-04-27T07:26:00.000-07:00

Hey Dads! Get your fantastic, hard-working, loving wife a gift certificate for a photo session from Kimberly Wassenberg for Mother's Day. She will LOVE you! (even more than she does now :) And if you get everything set up and schedule the session, she will be oh-so-impressed by your planning and organizing skills. I have gift certificates in any amount.

Off Topic

2009-04-13T20:53:00.000-07:00

Ok, this has NOTHING to do with photography, other than the fact that I took the picture of the cake. It was Markie's 2nd birthday and we all know what a "Cars" freak he is! I thought he'd love a Lightning McQueen and Mater cake, so I channeled my inner "Ace of Cakes" and made my first structural cake. Just had to share!

Two Years Old!

2009-04-01T21:26:00.000-07:00

Little H turned two the week before our session. He was full of fun and all boy! We had a great time driving his matchbox cars up a tree trunk, and throwing an orange like a ball. These are my two favorite shots from that day.

Class of 2009

2009-03-25T18:32:00.001-07:00

Here's a unique idea for your graduating Senior. Commemorate the Class of 2009 with a fun gallery-wrapped canvas, with your favorite senior's portrait. I can also make some awesome photo cards for your senior, "business" cards, greeting cards, and custom graduation announcements.

New Babies-Portfolio Images

2009-02-18T08:47:00.000-08:00

Best quarter I ever spent

2009-02-15T09:48:00.001-08:00

Elisa picked out this alligator at a garage sale when she was 2. It was 25 cents. It is still a favorite toy, a year and a half later, and she and Mark fight over it all the time. The alligator eats crayons (3 can fit inside him), and he also enjoys beads, puzzle pieces and pennies.

Happy Valentine's Day!

2009-02-12T13:32:00.000-08:00

The kids and I made cookies for Valentine's Day (any excuse for cookies!). Here are mine :) Theirs were frosted and sprinkled to the max and then eaten faster than I could photograph them!!!

January Baby

2009-01-21T20:41:00.000-08:00

I had the privilege of photographing K's older brother for his one-year birthday, a few years ago. Little K is about to have her first birthday, so mom and dad called me back to document her adorable personality. It was great to see everyone again!

Lovin' the Holidays

2008-12-30T20:05:00.001-08:00

Holiday Updates

2008-12-04T21:37:00.001-08:00

Although it is past time to get sittings done for holiday deadlines, if you have had a session this past year and would like to order cards or photos for gifts, we still have time! Deadline for re-orders/cards is December 12.

Here's the latest Holiday Card Design!

Holiday Card Designs 2008 Part 1

2008-10-27T09:08:00.000-07:00

Holiday Card Designs 2008

2008-10-27T09:04:00.001-07:00

Been Busy!!!

2008-10-20T12:04:00.000-07:00

Here are a few of my favorite shots from the past few weeks. I've been to LA, Monterey, and all over the South Bay--Los Altos, Los Gatos, San Jose....

Tiny A is welcomed by her brother and sister. I've also photographed big bro and sis as newborns, (and big sis in her mom's tummy!) so it was great to see the family growing!

AHHHH Sisters!!!!!!

Here are two of four siblings of a family that I've gotten to watch "grow up". What? The oldest can drive???? Does that mean I'm old now?

A great day! I got to spend it with my cousins and was treated to a wonderful home-cooked dinner as well. No, no, the rest of you are not obligated to feed the photographer (but I'll never say no to a Dr. Pepper!).

Blog Disorder

2008-10-04T13:33:00.000-07:00

Sorry, I'm working on changing the blog around, so things will be misaligned or in a different place. Have patience!!!

Holiday Sessions

2008-10-02T22:56:00.000-07:00

Yes, yes, I know, don't talk about Christmas etc., but I HAVE to-- you see, I am just about booked for this season. I have a few openings left!

Custom Albums

2008-08-28T09:38:00.000-07:00

This is an 8 x 10 custom album with 30 pages and a French Blue cloth cover. These are photographs which are mounted in the book, some single images, some composited with complimentary images. There are many covers to choose from, including paper, cloth, and leather. Maternity and Newborn shoots would be great in here, as would baby's first year, family groups, or just the kids.

Elisa's 3rd Birthday

2008-07-15T15:15:00.000-07:00

It was a CandyLand dream come true! (at least for me :) Yes, I admit, I was living vicariously through my child. This was the first official vicariousness. We had a life-size CandyLand Game that the kids played. They drew cards that moved them to the next colored square--you know how it goes. At each little station, they got goodies for their goody bags. Elisa and her buddies had a great time decorating goody bags and hats, eating candy, and running around the yard being chased by our friendly neighbor Rob. I was so excited for the game, and the kids really played it! Taking turns, going to the next colored square. Austen thought it was crazy that there were actual lollipops growing out of the ground in the Lollipop woods. Elisa's favorite presents were her Cinderella figurines and her Sharks hat.

A Day at the Beach with the McNair Clan

2008-06-28T22:48:00.000-07:00

What a great day!!!! I had so much fun with this family. It was Joan and Sir's 50th wedding anniversary, and they celebrated by bringing the entire family to a beach house for the weekend. On a rare hot day in Santa Cruz, they were all great sports and hiked through the neighborhood, stopping for photos along the way, and then headed down to the beach. It was so bright and contrasty, I was searching for the tiniest respite from the glare. There were itty-bitty poofy clouds in the sky and once in a while one would pass in front of the sun, barely diffusing the blinding rays. I would yell, "Cloud Cover!" and the family would come running, jumping into position for a shot. Here you can see the entire group, and also one of "three generations", with Sir, his son, and his grandson. When our session was over, we walked back to the house for a few shots of the happy couple alone. I almost cried when Joan looked at her watch and said, "50 years ago, I was walking down the aisle." (I won't share Sir's racy reply :)

First Holy Communion

2008-06-20T11:29:00.000-07:00

This is the littlest O'Hara, on the day of her first Holy Communion. I've photographed her brother and sister on both of their special days, and have had the pleasure of working with this family for a number of years. It's so fun to see them grow up!

Grown-ups

2008-05-25T08:11:00.000-07:00

I first photographed this gentleman 7 years ago. He's matured into a very handsome guy!

Beautiful Girl

2008-03-22T22:08:00.000-07:00

A recent session with a sweetheart!

Shout it to the World!

2008-02-29T13:34:00.000-08:00

Share the joy of your new baby with family and friends. I have custom designed birth announcements! Please email me if you'd like to see more! If you are a professional photographer, these templates are available for sale. A new website showcasing modern, stylish card templates for professional photographers is coming soon!

He's got Personality!

2008-01-18T21:33:00.000-08:00

This little guy is so expressive! I worked with him and his family just before Christmas. His older sister and brother were so patient and helpful. These images are among my favorites of him.

My job is so FUN!

2007-12-31T15:15:00.001-08:00

I love seeing families grow over the years. These are not just clients, but are friends now too. I've just photographed this family again (for the 7th? time:). I started working with them in 1999, and have gotten to see their son grow up. I've also known their "furry" dog-kids and have been sad to see two of them pass, but happy to meet the two new additions. I am so excited when I get phone calls from "old" clients, it's so fun to see them and visit while we do the photographs. This personal connection is really what makes my job FUN!

Great photos from last week

2007-09-24T20:01:00.000-07:00

Last week I met the May family. We went to the beach and had a fun morning, as shown in these two shots, my favorites of the day.

Photo Jewelry

2007-09-24T19:53:00.001-07:00

I now offer this great photo jewelry! It's sterling silver, waterproof, and very cool.

Holidays

2007-09-06T14:30:00.000-07:00

The deadlines for holiday photo sessions this year is November 4. Call me sooner rather than later! 408-356-3301

Just updated my website!

2007-08-26T18:07:00.000-07:00

With Shawn's help, I've just updated my website. Please take a look and see the new images. Elisa and Mark have finally made it on the site. You can also see cousins, clients and friends. Check it out.