Pumpkin Pie Martini

This is my mom’s favorite Thanksgiving cocktail. It’s pumpkin pie in a glass and so smooth, sweet and delicious. Tell me how you like it.

Tis the season for joy and the overwhelm. Trust me, as my busiest season of the year from October to December, I get it.

Running your demanding business (often solo), the family commitments, holiday shopping and seasonal parties… this time of year can be a bit overwhelming and stressful.

Unfortunately there is no secret sauce. But here are some ways to help reduce your stress and help you end 2022 strong and with peace.

The perfect festive holiday beverage – pomegranate cranberry fizz!

Make yours with the recipe below!

Having professional photos taken can be quite stressful. For most people, being in front of the camera doesn’t feel natural! You’re feeling nervous and awkward, wondering what locations or outfits are best. What about timing for the best light?

Our favorite Los Angeles, Orange County and South Bay locations for 2022 Holiday Portrait Sessions!

Meet me! I’m Krista Mason, a photographer that helps women feel comfortable, confident and beautiful in front of the camera.

Whether it’s capturing the moments of your baby starting pre-school, the beautiful connection with your baby bump, sending your oldest off to college, buying your first home, starting a new business, adopting your snuggly furbaby, or just documenting how your little humans, pets or business have grown so much in one year, I am so excited to document this moment for your family. 

I often used to tell my husband, “I wish my images were better… I wish my business *fill in the ‘better’ blank*“. Then, he would look at my images and says they are great, but my reaction would be “yeah, but….”. We all do it, but the key is to be proud of what you […]

Welcome to our new Mentorship series! My raw and real, personal story of how I got to where I am and how you can too! This month is all about what I learned from my mistakes.
Looking for a mentor to help you in business? I’m here to share what I have learned, the failures that helped me grow, my insight, tips and tricks. Whether you are just starting out, want to learn more and get serious about your business, or maybe you need a hype girl to help inspire and encourage you – I’d love to help.

It’s scary to start a new venture and sometimes the fear gets in our way. Especially as sole entrepreneurs. Putting yourself out there, asking for the sale, being vulnerable as an artist, and not to mention the systems and running a business. Man, it sure isn’t for the faint of heart.
I’m here to share what I have learned, the failures that helped me grow, my insight, tips and tricks. Whether you are just starting out, want to learn more and get serious about your business, or maybe you need a hype girl to help inspire and encourage you – I’d love to help.

You might be thinking that your beautiful neighborhood park is a fantastic spot for your family session. I mean it’s huge, beautiful and right down the street. Convenient, easy and beautiful, sounds like an ideal location right?!?

Well, maybe not.

Here are a few things to to consider when trying to find a location for your family session.

One of the questions I am asked the most often prior to a branding session is “What do I wear!?!”.

Not to fear, I am here to support and guide you so that we can show off your brand and connect with your ideal clients. What you wear communicates a lot about your brand and your personality!

While making goals might be the “thing to do” during this season, don’t forget you can actually make them at anytime, I do it all the time. Another important thing to remember at the end of the year? Reflect on how far you’ve come!