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Hi! Thank you for checking out my blog! My name is Sandy I am photographer that specializes in contemporary portraits of babies, children and families.

This blog will be used to keep clients (current or future), friends, and family updated on whats going on with my business as well as a glimpse of my personal life. My most recent work will always be found here.  Please subscribe or bookmark this link and check back often to stay updated.

Please feel free to leave comments. I would love to hear from you! 

Some of my Facebook friends tagged me a few months ago to write a note with "25 Random Things About Me".  I thought this would be a great way to tell my blog readers a little about me, so here goes:

1. Prior to becoming a photographer I was a CPA and worked 9 years in public accounting doing corporate taxes.
2. I’ve been with my husband Chad 18 years  -  more than ½ my life. He was my date for my senior prom.
3. I am a total magazine addict.  I subscribe to almost 15 magazines and still manage to buy some off the shelf each month. I have quite a few stacks around the house, which drives my husband crazy.
4. I’m a total morning person. I’m up @ 5:15 every morning and try to exercise or enjoy my morning cup of coffee in total peace and quiet.
5. I always root for the underdog. ALWAYS!
6. I LOVE to travel. Some of my favorite places I’ve been are Florence, Playa Del Carmen and South Beach. I’m dying to go to Bora Bora, New England in the fall, Scotland and New Zealand.
7. My favorite candy of all time is Haribo gummy bears.
8. In college, I worked as a teller at a bank and was robbed my 1st week on the job.
9. I get sucked into Reality TV – some faves are The City, American Idol, Project Runway, America’s Next Top Model and Amazing Race.
10. I love my kids and they crack me up on a daily basis.
11. I’m extremely loyal.
12. I had a huge crush on Johnny Depp (21 Jump Street days) when I was growing up. 
13. Trying a new great restaurant is one of my favorite things to do. I love food,  all kinds, although Sushi is a definite favorite.
14. I got sucked into the Twilight books and even dragged my husband to see the movie on our vacation.
15. I have a very hard time relaxing, my mind is always going a mile a minute.
16. I really like karaoke – not that I’m a good singer. Favorite songs to sing are “Heartbreaker” by Pat Benatar and “What’s Up” by 4 Non Blondes.
17. My biggest turn-off is arrogance.
18. I love to shop and have the ability to justify any purchase and help anyone else do the same– this can be a bit dangerous. 
19. I feel very lucky to have such great friends and family.
20. I know its probably wrong, but I need to have my daily TMZ fix.
21. I was a blonde most my life until I dyed my hair dark brown about 5 years ago. 
22. An ideal day for me would be laying by a pool with good friends, eating lots of chips & guacamole and drinking an ice cold Corona.
23. I’m a jeans addict - you can never have too many pairs.
24. I love my job as a photographer and feel so lucky to have found something I am completely passionate about.
25. Coming up with 25 random things about myself was hard and took me way too long.

Studio Mini Sessions

I’ve been wanting to have sessions in my studio for a while now and am finally offering studio sessions for babies and kids only. While my main focus will still be location sessions, I think these studio sessions will be a great addition to the services I offer. In order to celebrate the launch of these sessions, I am offering studio mini sessions for the month of February. These are great if you want to capture some great images of your babies and kids without investing in a full custom session. The details are as follows:

WHAT: 30 minute photo session
WHEN: February Only – contact Sandy for available dates & times
COST: $250
INCLUDES: Session Fee, (1) 8×10, (2) 5×7s

Call 949.515.3905 or email sandy@sandyheit.com to reserve your spot

Here are some examples of my studio images:

February 2, 2010 - 2:03 pm Endearing Studios - How exciting! The studio photos look great!

February 27, 2010 - 7:52 am Jennifer O. (Romeo and Mae) - Your work is amazing!

1st 2010 Sneak Peek – Puri Family

Happy New Year Everyone! Hope everyone had a great holiday season. I want to thank all my clients in 2009 for making it such a great year. Sadly, my blog was completely neglected that last few months of the year as my holiday rush left me with very little time. I’ve had a few weeks to recoup and am planning on blogging some of my favorite images and sessions over the next few weeks.

Now meet the Puri family who were visiting from New York. They are my 1st session for 2010 and it was a great one to start off the year. I found an awesome new location, the weather was great, light was perfect and a really fun, cute family! Vanita & Rajesh – I know you are anxiously waiting for a peek, so here you go:

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January 8, 2010 - 5:46 pm Amanda Elkins - Love them sandy!!! Great job!!

January 9, 2010 - 5:06 pm Shanna - My Favorite Everything - As always, amazing photos!!

Baby Barzotti Sneak Peek

Remember that beautiful couple from my fun Santa Monica maternity session? Well they finally welcomed their baby girl and she couldn’t have been sweeter. She slept like an angel for most of the session and was full of sleepy smiles. I know her mommy has been anxiously waiting to see a peek. Here she is:

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November 11, 2009 - 1:50 pm Marissa Rodriguez - The black and white photo is BEAUTIFUL! Such a gorgeous family!

November 15, 2009 - 5:27 pm amanda thiessen - precious!!!

December 9, 2009 - 11:15 am Lory Quist - I wish I had photos like these of my children! Wonderful!

December 10, 2009 - 1:30 am Tricia - <3 the pics! and your blogs. pick me :)

December 10, 2009 - 11:11 pm Summer C. - Beautiful family and pictures!

My Favorite Everything | New Must Read Blog

My client Shanna is a woman who happens to juggle it all and is also the go to person if you need advice (pretty much on any topic), a recommendation for a product or service or great tips for balancing it all. Well she has just launched a fun new blog My Favorite Everything where she gives simple tips on how to make our lives simpler and also showcases her favorite things. I was so flattered when she asked if she could feature me in one of her 1st posts. Please check it out and make sure to subscribe to keep up to date!

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October 21, 2009 - 7:26 pm lroah - Awesome. :) You are one of my favorites!

December 9, 2009 - 11:52 am Bahara Stapelberg - This photo is too cute, I love the mischievous look on her face!

December 9, 2009 - 2:22 pm Charles H - Very talented!

December 9, 2009 - 7:52 pm Colleen Delph - Love your photos. You really know how to capture personalities. Love it!

December 9, 2009 - 7:52 pm Colleen Delph - Love your photos. They are amazing

December 9, 2009 - 8:59 pm stephanie - What a fun website-thanks for sharing

December 10, 2009 - 5:09 pm Anne - The photos are wonderful!!! I have been wanting for years to learn how to use my camera to its fullest (or even some of its) potential. Sandy your photos are fabulous - thanks Shanna for sharing her with us!

December 10, 2009 - 11:52 pm Pat H - Beautiful Photography!

December 11, 2009 - 12:08 pm Kathleen - I LOVE that your pictures never look posed. They always seem to capture one of those classic moments that most of us can only keep in our memories. Thanks so much for sharing your amazing talent and tips with fans of My Favorite Everything!

December 15, 2009 - 1:52 pm annmarie - ha.. i have the same look when my baby cry's like that! great capture.. found your site through my favorite everything.

Geffre Sneak Peek | OC Family Photographer

I had the pleasure of photographing the Geffre family on one of prettiest nights this fall. Eileen & Michael I know you are anxiously waiting for your sneak peek, so here you go!

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October 27, 2009 - 11:39 am Julie Provost - Beautiful beach shots! What a happy family :)

December 9, 2009 - 10:39 am Jenna - I heard about you through MyFavoriteEverything. Beautiful pictures. I love the one with the baby in the shell. It couldn't be more precious!

December 10, 2009 - 10:04 pm jessica b - I love all of your pictures but especially that cite little girl in that wooden dish/shell. I am so glad that Shanna at MyFavoriteEverything turned me on to you. I hope to be able to take advantage of your services very soon!

December 10, 2009 - 11:47 pm john vertin - love your work, just got the canon t1i... glad that's one you like

Some New favorites | Gancar Sneak Peak

I had the best time photographing little Gianna! She is such a cutie and already at 1 years old – quite the fashionista! I love it when everything (the subject, the weather, the location, the clothing) works together perfectly. Here is a little preview of what is to come:

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Tina, hope you enjoy!!

December 9, 2009 - 11:07 am tia - these pics are amazing...as you said everything seemed to just work! adorable subject and truly lovely pictures.

December 9, 2009 - 2:14 pm Jessica V - What an adorable subject!! It is amazing how you capture kids so wonderfully! You have a gift...

December 11, 2009 - 4:06 pm jeff - beautiful child, nice shot!

December 12, 2009 - 6:11 pm Tenille - Very cute! Great work!

Mom to be Mixer at Xpecting Maternity

If you are pregnant and have not had a chance to check out the maternity boutique Xpecting, this is the perfect night to do so. Xpecting has the CUTEST maternity clothes (and also a bunch of other great stuff, including stollers, Bellabands and diaper bags) I have seen and I only wish it was around when I was pregnant with my daughter 5 years ago. The fact that the owner Stephani is so knowledgeable and helpful is just icing on the cake!

Mindy from Cotton Idea Studio will also be there and its a great time to drool over her GORGEOUS letterpress cards and products.

In addition to the great offers listed below, I have decided to raffle off 1 complimentary photo session ($250 value).

Hope to see you!!

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Itty Bitty Ava | Laguna Beach Baby Photographer

I always have great intentions to give sneak peeks within a few days after the session, but inevitably things get busy and the few days turn into a week. I met up with Ava and her parents last week in Laguna and Ava was a perfect little subject who at 3 months already knows how to work it for the camera. She was such a little sweetie and such a happy baby. Here she is:

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December 14, 2009 - 12:26 pm Juli Marshall - Love the top photo! That smile is priceless.

Novak Family Sneak Peek | Balboa Family Photographer

I met up with the Novak family in Balboa. They love bringing the boys to the Fun Zone and wanted to capture them having fun doing the various things they like to do. I first photographed their family last year when their son Ryan was born and its hard to believe how fast time goes by. Heather & Chris – Hope you enjoy your sneak peek!

Love these!!!!!
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Alex loved the fact that the lifeguard tower just happen to have his 1st initial “A”!
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September 28, 2009 - 1:26 pm Stephanie Rue - Love this session.

September 28, 2009 - 9:03 pm Alisa - You are amazing!!!

Holiday Mini Sessions

Its that time of the year again. The holidays are right around the corner and my calendar is filling up fast. My new holiday mini sessions are back and better than ever. For clients that prefer a full session and would like to order holiday cards or gifts, please contact me as soon as possible to schedule a date. To ensure timely holiday delivery, all holiday portrait sessions must be take place by November 8th.

2009 Mini Sessions