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Sunset at the Golden Gate | San Francisco Photographer

Meg Sexton — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:33:13 +0000

I have to just start by saying there are some people that I just can’t help but love. Sometimes I meet with a client and I’m pretty sure we must have been best friends in a previous life. That’s pretty much how I feel about Weezie.

I met Weezie at Lauren and Dmitriy’s wedding in June and I thought she was a barrel of fun even then. When she contacted me for a maternity session, I basically jumped for joy. She and her husband wanted relaxed, lifestyle photos in their adorable home in San Francisco and a few sunset images at Crissy field with they equally adorable pup, Lila. (You know I’m a sucker for dogs, right?) I’m pretty sure we nailed it.

Weezie, thank you for being a blast. You are adorable and I can’t wait to meet your little girl.

Did I mention they live in a ridiculously cute neighborhood? Ya, they do.

To book a session with Meg, please email meg@megsextonphotography.com
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Featured | Smitten Magazine

Meg Sexton — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:03:41 +0000

I am truly honored to have Lauren and Dmitriy’s wedding included in Smitten Magazine, Issue #4. Smitten is one of my absolute favorite new wedding magazines for the gorgeous inspiration, incredible design ideas and just overall attention to detail. Lauren and Dmitiriy’s feature can be found on page 126.

You can see more of Lauren and Dmitiriy’s wedding wedding here.

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2011 Favorites | Day 1| Bay Area Senior photographer

Meg Sexton — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 18:49:15 +0000

I had so much fun last year spending a week chronicling my favorite images of 2010. I couldn’t pass up an opportunity to do it all over again for 2011. This was such an incredibly fulfilling year for me. I feel so incredibly humbled and blessed that I was able to accomplish so many of my goals and I truly enjoyed getting so know so many new clients and friends. I have a big, huge cyber hug for all of you for following along with my journey. (Seriously, you only think I’m kidding.) So, get ready folks, there is a week of fun headed your way!

Dara’s shoot was so. much. fun. It was the perfect senior session to kick off my year, and my week of favorites. (And yes, I have problems only picking one.)

Really, gorgeous.

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The baby with the bow | Walnut Creek Photographer

Meg Sexton — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 16:52:44 +0000

Last year, I had the incredible pleasure of shooting another photographer and her family. You may remember the session, because really, who doesn’t love a baby. In a basket. (We all do, right?)

You can imagine my glee when Ashley contacted me for a mini session this year. Now Karter is almost 2 and an absolute doll. I adored getting to see her again.

And thank you Ashley for including the giant flower. It was perfect!

To book a session with Meg, please email meg@megsextonphotography.com

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Julia | San Jose newborn photographer

Meg Sexton — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:39:29 +0000

It always makes my heart happy when I get a call from a previous client. I feel like I get these amazing little glimpses into so many wonderful peoples’ lives and I always want to know how everyone is doing after our shoots. (To all my wonderful clients, I’m serious! Send me updates. I want to see your family grow, your babies start to walk, and any and all new pets that join your nest.)

You may remember Laura and Ross from their shoot with me last year. I was so incredibly excited to hear from Laura and thrilled for them that they were expecting a little girl. Getting to spend the morning with such wonderful new parents who are simply overwhelmed with love for their new child, exhausted, generally just in awe amazes me. Children are such a gift. And I’m reminded of their greatness every time I’m around them.

Lauren and Ross, thank you for allowing me into your family for a day. I truly enjoyed seeing you both so happy.

And of course the pups had to get in on the action. Plus, I’m just a sucker for a cute, squishy dog face.

To book a newborn session with Meg, please email meg@megsextonphotography.com

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Mini Sessions | East Bay Photographer

Meg Sexton — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 22:51:07 +0000

Every year I hit the middle of October and feel so incredibly happy to do what I do. It is right smack dab in the middle of the holiday photo rush and I just adore seeing all of my favorite clients (and some new faces) in front of my camera. I get a chance to see some of the newborn faces looking decidedly less baby like and some of special babies who’ve bloomed into toddlers. I love every second of it!

Last weekend, one of my favorite clients, Lindsy, brought her brood out for a mini session. You all may remember a Lindsy from either her ridiculously cute maternity session, or possibly from her wonderfully real newborn session last December. Aren’t they cute?

I have a million things on my to do list today and I was starting to feel just a touch overwhelmed. But I had to stop for a second, enjoy the fact that I get an opportunity to be doing what I LOVE surrounded by incredibly gorgeous, fun people – and put these guys up on the blog. This morning, I got to snuggle and love a perfect 10 day old baby girl. Friday, I’m capturing a senior session with one of the most hilarious 18 year olds I’ve ever met. And Saturday, I’m shooting a wedding with another incredibly talented photographer. My life may be chaotically busy these day, but really, life is good.

To book a session with Meg, please email meg@megsextonphotography.com

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Featured | A paper proposal

Meg Sexton — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 05:13:10 +0000

I’m so honored to have been interviewed last week on A Paper Proposal. Sarah’s blog is delightful, and chock full of wedding related eye-candy. As I’ve said before, I’m honored to be a part of her story! So please go check her out. You can see more from my interview HERE.

On this day, 10 years ago | Meg Sexton Photography

Meg Sexton — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 16:54:33 +0000

On this day, 10 years ago I went on a first date with my future husband. And we showed up wearing the same sweatshirt! It was fate. It amazes me to think that this month we’re celebrating not only a decade of knowing each other, but 6 years of marriage. I truly feel honored and blessed to have such a wonderful man, husband, father to share my life with.

Thank you Koka for filling my life with your love.

Our lives have changed and grown so dramatically in 10 years. Since I don’t share nearly enough photos of myself, how about a walk down visual memory lane?

In December 2001 I brought Koka to my company christmas party. This is the first picture I have of us as a couple. Isn’t he cute? Even ten years later, I can still remember how handsome I thought he looked in that tux. I felt so incredibly lucky that he would even notice me.

In 2003, Koka was called to serve in Iraq. This is us, just before he and his unit left for training and then a 16 month deployment. It’s also proof that short hair should always be straightened.

In 2004, when Koka’s unit finally arrived home, a photographer from the San Jose Mercury News caught this image amazing image of his homecoming. This picture encomapasses so many of the emotions I felt on that day. It still makes my stomach flutter to see it.

6 years ago, Koka and I were married. It was such a phenomonal and breathtaking day. If I could do it again, I would. In a heartbeat. (Images by Jack Hecker)

And in 2009 we welcomed a gorgeous baby boy. It goes without repeating how much I love that little guy.(Remaining images by Jen Kloss)

And finally, our holiday photo from last Christmas. It still takes my breath away to be a part of this amazing family.

Today, I’m a happy girl.

Little Oliver | Martinez Newborn photographer

Meg Sexton — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 17:23:40 +0000

When Melissa called me to tell me Baby Oliver had made an early appearance, I was so incredibly excited to meet the little guy. Melissa and Ron were so much fun during their maternity session, I was overflowing with anticipation for this shoot. And I was not disappointed. I had such a good time seeing how much these two took to being parents. There is so clearly an amazing amount of love in that house. It made my heart happy.

Melissa, your little guy is an absolute angel and it was truly a joy to meet him.

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Holiday Mini Session | Meg Sexton Photography

Meg Sexton — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 22:04:04 +0000

Our annual mini sessions are here!

Sunday, October 23rd

It’s not too late to reserve your spot. We are only offering one day of sessions this year and have both morning sessions in Oakland and evening sessions in Martinez available.

To view location information, available times, and register for the morning sessions, click here:
To view location information, available times, and register for the evening sessions, click here:

To book a full session, please email meg@megsextonphotography.com

As an extra fun bonus, I’ll be giving away 1 FREE mini session to a lucky family. To win, simply share a link to this post on your Facebook wall or twitter feed (Be sure to link back to Meg Sexton Photography to qualify!), and come back to tell me where you posted. A winner will be randomly selected from the comments this Friday, Sept 23rd. Only one comment per person is eligible to win and the winner must be local and available Oct. 23rd to receive their prize. Good luck!