Featured Faces

Andrew & Kendra

2012-01-11T16:01:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to Kendra and Andrew

on their upcoming marriage!

Theirs is truly a "Happily Ever After" story.

They have been together all through high school

and the preceding years after.

What a beautiful couple they are.

Shelby had a wonderful time taking their engagement pictures.

The old Bonsall bridge is an unique place for pictures.

The Preserve added just the right beauty.

Andrew and Kendra shared their happiness.

Enjoy some of the good ones.

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Express Sessions

2012-01-06T13:00:00.000-08:00

See Ahrend Studios for more information

New Hours

2012-01-05T14:43:00.000-08:00

Ahrend Studios

is announcing

new Winter/Spring Saturday hours

10 am to 1 pm

Maria

2011-12-07T15:50:00.000-08:00

Maria is a beautiful young lady who just graduated from college.

Congratulations to her!

She also just finished her braces sessions with Dr. Flores, another milestone.

Look at that beautiful smile.

Ahrend Studios teams up with Dr. Flores to celebrate each new smile

with a free photo session and a free 5x7.

Want something a little different?

2011-10-28T14:47:00.000-07:00

Ahrend Studios offers some unique to Fallbrook Outdoor Sessions.

One of these sessions takes place at Myrtle Creek Nursery.

It is a beautiful location for portraits.

Thank you to Sarah Sherman for being our model today, her family owns Myrtle Creek Nursery.

Myrtle Creek Nursery sessions are given on a limited basis and will cost more than a normal outdoor session but if you want something a little different consider it for your next portrait session.

Robert

2011-10-10T16:44:00.000-07:00

Robert is on the Varsity Golf team at Fallbrook High School. When he has a free moment you will find him golfing, snowboarding or spending time with his family. His favorite teacher and subject at FHS was history taught by Mr. Schofstall. If he had a super power, he would be the fastest person in the world. Robert's favorite candy is Snickers and favorite fast food is burgers. His friends are very important to him and the 1 thing he could not live without. Robert's plans after graduation are to golf and attend college.

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Stephanie

2011-09-29T14:00:00.000-07:00

Stephanie is a part of Performance Dance at FHS, you can tell she smiles her heart out while she is dancing. She also loves music, it is the one thing she could not live without. Stephanie's best friends are Victoria and Lupe. Her plans after graduation are to open a photography business. She loves Skittles and she loves her mom and admires her because she is a strong woman. Stephanie, thanks for being our Senior Star.

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Avery - Senior Star 2012

2011-09-20T16:27:00.000-07:00

Avery is a lacrosse player who loves action; he enjoys indoor and outdoor lacrosse, swimming, and pickup games. If he had a super power it would be the ability to fly. He favorite candy is Starburst and his favorite fast food item is tacos. Some of his outstanding moments at Fallbrook High School was playing in the Homecoming Events and making the Homecoming Floats. His favorite teacher and class at Fallbrook High School is Mr. Schneider and TV Tech. Who he admires is the Marine Corps because they fight for our country's freedom and deal with the hardest things in life. And he couldn't live without his family and friends. His plans after graduation is to to go college. Avery is an outstanding member of the Class of 2012.

Melanie Anne

2011-08-29T15:00:00.000-07:00

Melanie is a member of Club Futuro and AVID and she loves volunteering her time. Her favorite teacher at FHS is Mrs. Fellios. Melanie admires Ms. Begley because she taught her to give her best in everything. Her best friends are Roselia, Anahi and Brenda which they enjoy playing "Call of Duty Black Ops" together. Melanie says she could not live without music, it is something that makes all the difference.

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Jacob Senior Star

2011-08-19T10:22:00.000-07:00

Chocolate, Diet Coke and an Angus burger that would define Jacob. Sounds like the perfect meal, right!?! Jacob's favorite class at FHS is Auto Mechanics, he enjoys playing the video game Uncharted. But he knows how to work hard being a concrete finisher. He loves a fresh snow so he can go snowboarding. And if he had the super powers of flying he would be there in a flash.

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Senior - Jessica

2011-08-11T11:25:00.000-07:00

Jessica is very involved at Fallbrook High School. She has had roles in ASB and loves planning and participating in the school rallies. She also has been involved with FHS yearbook. She participates in gymnastics and dance. Her plans after high school are to attend college and eventually receive a medical degree. Her favorite person at FHS is Mr. Way. Jessica admires her parents a lot because they are such hard workers. And the one thing she could not live without is her ipod touch.

Jessica's senior portrait session was taken at the old Fallbrook bridge. This session is a limited available at an upgraded price.

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Senior Star - Cannon

2011-08-03T10:38:00.000-07:00

Cannon is a beautiful, young lady who is a senior at Fallbrook High School. After graduation from FHS she intends to study archeology at college. She is ready to dig into some dirt. During her extra time beside she volunteers at REINS and enjoys archery. She enjoys a good scoop of ice cream or a Flake bar for a snack. Perhaps while she is goofing off with her BFFs Ryta and Batman (obviously, they know who they are). She enjoys the song "Walk" by the Foo Fighters but would love to have the super powers of flying if she could. And the one thing she could not live without is ..... a good book. Thanks, Cannon for being our senior star.

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Announcing "Facebook Freebies"

2011-07-28T09:43:00.000-07:00

WIN FREE STUFF !!!!!

We will be offering chances to win fabulous prizes from our studio throughout the year. This is only available to our Facebook fans! To participate, become our friend by "liking" our page. Look for your chance to win our first prize on August 1st!

Mo - Senior Star

2011-07-26T17:17:00.000-07:00

Mohammed Cardenas

Some interesting facts about Mo is he plays on the Rugby team so we know he is tough. But he is tender hearted too because he couldn't live without his mom and he admires her the most. Some outstanding moments at Fallbrook High School for him was Homecoming and class with Mrs. Plant. He enjoys eating Sour Patch Candies and his favorite fast food item is Carne Asada Fries. He looks forward to attending college after graduation. And if he had any super powers it would be flying or/and invisibility. Thanks Mo for being our Senior Star of the week.

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Sammi - Senior Star

2011-07-18T12:07:00.000-07:00

Samantha White, Senior at FHS Class of 2012, otherwise known as Sammi

Sammi enjoys playing the acoustic guitar. Perhaps she will become competition to the David Crowder Band which is one of her favorite artists. Sammi's outstanding moment at FHS is when she played on the Freshman Soccer Team and Mr. Parker was her favorite teacher. Palomar is her college of choice after graduation. Samantha is on the worship team at North Coast Church. Her best friends are Hannah Garcia and Rachel Jones. If she had 1 super power it would be to fly. And she enjoys eating hamburgers and Kit Kat candy bars. Sammi is also so happy to have her mommy in her life.

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Senior Star

2011-07-11T11:36:00.000-07:00

Meet Jessica from the Fallbrook High School Class of 2012

Jessica is currently serving as Miss Teen Fallbrook's First Princess. It is a position that keeps her very busy but she still finds time for singing in the Key Club and participating in ballet. You can also find her eating a Snickers while discussing college plans and listening to Aventura in the midst of her BFFs Leslie, Marysol and Anayeli. But don't plan on their conversations being too serious because Jessica loves to laugh. Jessica has been raised right and she knows it because the person she admires most is her Mom for all her hard work and perseverance. What a fine, beautiful young lady to represent Fallbrook and Fallbrook High School.

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Senior Star

2011-07-05T11:45:00.000-07:00

Meet Kevin from the Class of 2012!

Here are some interesting facts about Kevin:

His favorite candy is Nerds. If he could have any super power he would be "Super Funny"!

He has too many BFF's to list them all! He brought two of them with him to his portrait session and took a cool buddy picture that they all looked really great in!

An outstanding achievement in his career at Fallbrook High School is getting 4.0 gpa's! That's great!

He enjoys playing basketball, running, and hanging out! His favorite class is AVID.

Kevin plans on attending a 4 year university after graduation.

His favorite fast food menu item is a carne asada burrito and his favorite video game is MarioKart.

Kevin said, "I admire my parents because they work their hardest so I can have a better life."

Senior Stars

2011-06-27T10:59:00.000-07:00

Meet 2 of our Senior Stars of the Class of 2012.

Chelsea is an excellent example of a young lady who is well rounded. She attends Fallbrook High School where her favorite class is ASL taught by Griener. She is an excellent Field Hockey player and if that does not keep her busy enough she volunteers her time at Fallbrook Hospital. But just to relax she will spend some time playing "Dance - Dance", probably while she takes a few breaks eating Hershey's Kisses. Lets hope she never loses her cell phone because it keeps her connected with everyone.

Katie is just as amazing, she volunteers and plays Field Hockey too, but her down time is spent with Wii Fitness. Although she enjoys a good Twix candy bar everyonce in a while her favorite item on the menu are French fries. Katie has great plans ahead for herself, she hopes to be attending nursing school after she graduates.

Twins Chelsea and Katie think alike in some things such as if they had super powers they both would be flying around. Also one of their best friends is Sami because she is always there for them and is highly motivated.

Ahrend Studios is delighted to highlight Chelsea and Katie as their first Senior Stars of the Class of 2012!

2011 Cute Kids Contest Winners

2011-06-08T17:53:00.000-07:00

People's Choice Cute Kids Contest Winner for 2011 Jazibel

Most Photogenic Awards sponsored by Ahrend Studios

Cool Kids Awards sponsored by One Stop Beauty Supplies and Salon

Sweet 'n Sassiest Awards sponsored by Sweet 'n Sassy Children's Clothing Boutique

Sugar & Spice Awards sponsored by Sweet Sicilian Bakery

Sweetest Smiles Awards sponsored by Swirlz Candy & Party Emporium


Go for the Gold Awards sponsored by Ultimate Self-defense Studio

Thank you for your participation in Ahrend Studios Cute Kids Contest. It is always something we look forward to each spring.

Gone Fishing

2011-05-18T11:31:00.000-07:00

Let Ahrend Studios make a custom design for your little one.

Annabella

2011-04-26T10:23:00.000-07:00

One of our specials with the Cute Kids Contest is a MyShow Video. It is a fun way to share with your family and friends on Facebook or your blog your adorable pictures.

Visit Ahrend Studios today to check out our Cute Kids Contest Special.

Lauren

2011-03-31T12:04:00.000-07:00

Ahrend Studios now offers a special outdoor session at Myrtle Creek.

If you want something that stands out this is the session to have.

Not only have we captured Lauren's beauty but the beauty of something that is truly original.

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A Little Monkey Business

2011-03-24T12:01:00.000-07:00

Ahrend Studios is in the process of archiving our older negatives and files.

In doing so we came across probably the weirdest picture we have ever taken.

1965 for Hazel's Pet Shop

We are pretty sure all of us at one time or another has wanted our own monkey to play dress up with.

And just in case you have a monkey in a dress that you would like us to take a picture of we do pet photos.

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Rosie

2011-03-02T10:56:00.000-08:00

Isn't she the cutest thing?

We love holding her and playing with her.

Rosie joined the Shelby, Dustin and Mason's household

which makes her a part of the Ahrend Studios Family.

Right now she is so tiny and fits in 1 hand, come say "hi" to her before she grows up.

A little magic - photoshop style

2011-02-14T15:55:00.000-08:00

Bella took a pretty cute picture.

But with a little something extra, a good picture turns into a great picture.

And just a little more, a great picture turns into an amazing picture.

Let Shelby do her magic for you. Visit Ahrend Studios

Olivia

2011-02-02T12:15:00.000-08:00

Don't you just want to take her home with you?

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The Ahrend Family

2011-01-24T13:59:00.000-08:00

It is a gift to your family if your grandpa owns a photography studio.

You are treated to a beautiful family photo shoot regularly.

That is one of the treasures for Travis and Jen, Bill Ahrend is their children's grandpa.

Bill believes in family and shares his talent with his daughter Shelby.

Shelby captured her nephew and nieces images in this beautiful setting and we wanted to share it with you.

The girls


Sophisticated Kaylee

Suave Trent

Effervescent Maddie

Adorable Ellie

They look great together.

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The Dance

2011-01-06T16:12:00.001-08:00

One of the most special moments of your wedding is the first dance together as Mr. and Mrs.

There are few more intimate moments than this, but it is a moment with all eyes on you celebrating your union, your planned life together.

We celebrate this moment with you by capturing ever detail so you can remember forever.

The joy of a lifetime.

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Why do they have to grow up?

2010-12-20T13:22:00.000-08:00

If only they would stay little forever, but they grow up.

You can capture those precious years in photographs. They may not stay small but you can remember it forever with our bold expressions session. This session lets your child be themselves laughing, dancing, playing or even that tiny bit of stubbornness shining through. You can now always remember that special time.

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Celebrate California

2010-12-03T15:25:00.000-08:00

You live in California.
You live near the ocean.
Let people know.
Take your family portraits at the beach.

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Favorites

2010-11-22T16:05:00.000-08:00

Sometimes it is just too hard to decide on 1 image. Ahrend Studios can solve that problem with our custom collections. Custom collections allow you to use up to 6 images on 1 portrait and it is designed especially for you. These young ladies portrait sessions were so good, they had that very problem - solution they each ordered a custom collection to fit them.

Nate & Aimee

2010-10-06T15:37:00.001-07:00

This eternal marriage begin on June 26, 2010.
It is one of pure joy and happiness.
Enjoy their love.

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Marianne

2010-09-13T14:36:00.000-07:00

Marianne chose to have her portraits taken with our "Silhouette" style.
It is a fun way to personalize your portraits.

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Abby

2010-09-03T14:50:00.000-07:00

If you ever have met Abby you would remember her.
Her smile and sparkling eyes lets you know what a fun, happy person she is.
While we were taking her portraits we knew her smile was natural.
It really was a joy to take her senior portraits as part of our park session.

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David

2010-08-24T13:41:00.000-07:00

David is a force, he plays for FHS Varsity Football team and you would not want to meet him on the field. He knows when to smile, to laugh and when to take things seriously. He takes football serious and his music, you should hear him play. We enjoyed taking David's portrait as part of Ahrend Studios Downtown Session. Just take a look at these great portraits.

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Victoria

2010-08-20T16:42:00.000-07:00

Victoria is a beauty who enjoys changing her style and looks regularly. Victoria was one of our models for Ahrend Studios "Paint the Town" outdoor session. She enjoyed it so much she came a 2nd time with her current fun, new look.

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Ashley

2010-08-06T11:20:00.001-07:00

Ashley's own funky style is perfect for our downtown session.
It was so much fun taking her portraits because of that.

Downtown Outdoor Session

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Garrett

2010-07-27T09:44:00.001-07:00

Garrett is a swimmer - you can tell by his sun-bleached, blond hair and tannish, good looks. He helped lead Fallbrook High School to their Avocado League Championship in water polo and swimming. That is a great accomplishment. You know he enjoys what he does - his smile tells it all.

Yearbook Session

Magazine Session

Park Session

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Jaime

2010-07-20T14:21:00.001-07:00

Look at that sweet, pure smile.

Jaime is a senior from the Class of 2011.
Her true beauty radiates in each of her portraits. She is one of the reasons we love our job.

Yearbook Session

Outdoor Session at the Park

Ahrend Studios Senior Portraits

Roman

2010-07-15T16:03:00.000-07:00

Roman was a great subject for his senior pictures. His smile came naturally.

Roman did the New York Session, which included the Yearbook Session, Grunge Session and Outdoor Session at the Park. He loved his pictures and so did his parents. And we here at Ahrend Studios love making everyone happy.

Yearbook

Grunge

Park

2010 Cute Kids Contest Winners

2010-06-08T15:15:00.000-07:00

What a great year this was for Ahrend Studios Cute Kids Contest. We had 79 entries, one of our largest years. There were more sponsors than before, 6. More sponsors meant more prizes and winners, 30 in all. Each sponsor chose 4 winners, one in each age group. We chose 8 winners, two in each age group. And there was 2 People's Choice winners because of the overwhelming voting response.

It really was a fun year. Each child was truly the cutest, which made the choosing extremely difficult. We wanted to give a prize to all of our entries, luckily we can because each participant receives a trophy.

All of the Cute Kids Contest winners were featured in June 17, 2010 issue of The Village News, but in case you missed it, you can view them all here.

Thank you for being a part of this great year.

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The Treasure of a Lifetime

2010-06-04T13:52:00.001-07:00

It may have seemed that the only thing Ahrend Studios has been doing these last few weeks is our annual "Cute Kids Contest", but in between sessions Shelby was able to take a moment and focus on capturing treasured images of precious Raelynn. She is already growing up so fast, that her mother wanted to engrave those baby moments in her mind and the best way was to photograph the images. Ahrend Studios "Tiny Treasure" session did just that. Each laugh, movement, snuggle will now always be there to treasure for a lifetime.

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Cute Kids Contest

2010-05-25T13:50:00.000-07:00

If you have walked past Ahrend Studios' window at 211 E. Alvarado Street, downtown Fallbrook, you may have noticed pictures of some of Fallbrook's "Cutest Kids." Ahrend Studios' Cute Kids Contest runs annually February through May. It is a fun way for local residents to have their little ones professionally photographed by Fallbrook's favorite hometown photographer at a special price and get a chance to win prizes from several of the local businesses. This year's contest is coming to a close and you can help choose the "People's Choice" award winner!

You can vote 2 ways: In person at any of our sponsors locations: Ahrend Studios (211 E. Alvarado Street), Sweet n' Sassy (1229 S. Mission), The Sweet Sicilian (232 S. Main), Swirlz Candy & Party Emporium (213 N. Main), United Studios of Self Defense (833-E South Main Ave) and The Yogurt Palace (130 S. Main Ave.) or you can vote once on Facebook. Just visit Ahrend Studios Photography page, become a fan (like) and click on the "photos" tab. It will take you to the Cute Kids Contest album, where you can view the entry photos. There you can post the comment "Vote" under any of your favorite kids! You may only vote once per photo via Facebook but you may vote once per day at our local sponsor locations.

The child with the most votes in total will win special prizes from Ahrend Studios and several of this year's sponsors. Voting takes place May 25 through June 4. The winners will be announced in the Village News on June 17.

Seniors

2010-05-18T15:28:00.000-07:00

Senior season is just around the corner and Ahrend Studios is happy to offer updated and new sessions this year. We have 3 outdoor sessions - "Paint the Town", the "Park" and "Downtown". We also offer 7 indoor sessions - "Yearbook", "Magazine", "Grunge", "Motif", "Silhouette", "Black & White" and "Traditional". Just about anything and everything to match your personality and style. View our STYLES video below showcasing each session.

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The Littlest Cowgirl

2010-05-07T14:52:00.000-07:00

Little Samantha came into the studio for her portrait as part of Ahrend Studios Cute Kids Contest. Her mom dressed her up as an adorable cowgirl. She had so much fun and we captured some really fun moments. Shelby (one of our great photographers) put Samantha's images together to make a one of a kind "panel", part of our Bold Expressions special for the month of May.

This is the real deal

2010-04-30T11:57:00.000-07:00

Taking one child's portrait is challenging but a lot of fun. A photographer pulls out all the stops - making funny faces, singing songs, talking in silly voices, playing catch with favorite toys, blowing bubbles and sometimes the promise of a treat after the photo shoot. But when you add a sibling or two to the photo shoot that is an additional story in of itself. Encouraging all children to look at the camera at the same time and SMILE takes extra effort.

During Ahrend Studios Cute Kids Contest, we will take siblings' pictures as an added bonus to the individual child's session. Check out some of the "real" poses that are a part of the shoot. These are as real as you can get.

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Benjamin

2010-04-27T14:17:00.000-07:00

Benjamin came in for his portrait to be taken as part as Ahrend Studios Cute Kids Contest. We fell in love with his look and smile. You can enjoy it here with us too.

Lisa

2010-04-22T10:37:00.000-07:00

Lisa is a beautiful young lady, we really had a great time taking her pictures. She posed for us in several of our senior "styles", even in our new "Paint the Town" outdoor session. Her gorgeous eyes and sparkling smile are just a couple of her features that stand out. We hope you are not too blown away while reviewing her portraits.

Motif

Magazine

Yearbook

Paint the Town

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Erin & Domingo's Engagement

2010-04-17T09:08:00.000-07:00

The Woody

2010-04-14T13:41:00.000-07:00

Surf City

Two girls for every boy

I bought a '30 Ford wagon and we call it a woody
You know it's not very cherry, it's an oldie but a goody
Well, it ain't got a back seat or a rear window
But it still gets me where I wanna go

And we're goin' to Surf City, 'cause it's two to one
You know we're goin' to Surf City, gonna have some fun
Ya, we're goin' to Surf City, 'cause it's two to one
You know we're goin' to Surf City, gonna have some fun, now
Two girls for every boy

You see they never roll the streets up 'cause there's always somethin' goin'
You know they're either out surfin' or they got a party growin'
Well, with two swingin' honeys for every guy
And all you gotta do is just wink your eye

Ya, we're goin' to Surf City, 'cause it's two to one
You know we're goin' to Surf City, gonna have some fun
Ya, we're goin' to Surf City, 'cause it's two to one
Ya, we're goin' to Surf City, gonna have some fun, now
Two girls for every boy

And if my woody breaks down on me somewhere on the surf route
I'll strap my board to my back and hitch a ride in my wetsuit
And when I get to Surf City I'll be shootin' the curl
And checkin' out the parties for a surfer girl

And we're goin' to Surf City, 'cause it's two to one
You know we're goin' to Surf City, gonna have some fun
Ya, we're goin' to Surf City, 'cause it's two to one
Ya, we're goin' to Surf City, gonna have some fun, now
Two girls for every
Two girls for every boy

Sung by Jan and Dan
Written by The Beach Boys

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Take Me Out to the Ball Game

2010-04-01T15:47:00.000-07:00

"Take me out to the ball game,

Take me out with the crowd.
Buy me some peanuts and cracker jack,
I don't care if I never get back,
Let me root, root, root for the home team,
If they don't win it's a shame.
For it's one, two, three strikes, you're out,
At the old ball game."

Jack Norworth

It is spring and baseball season...
They say there is nothing more American than baseball and apple pie...
A hrend Studios captured some young men ready to become their teams hero...

Ready to be the next Babe Ruth or Willie Mays.

"...root, root, root for the home team..."

Sisters

2010-03-20T10:52:00.000-07:00

How blessed one is to have a sister.

Alejandra and Gabriela are blessed that they have been together...
since the first moment of their life.

~ A sister is a gift to the heart, a friend to the spirit, a golden thread to the meaning of life. ~

Isadora James

~ We are sisters. We will always be sisters.Our differences may never go away, but neither, for me, will our song. ~

Elizabeth Fishel

~ A sister is both your mirror and your opposite. ~

Elizabeth Fishel

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Man's Best Friend

2010-03-18T14:34:00.001-07:00

Dogs have given us their absolute all. We are the center of their universe. We are the focus of their love and faith and trust. They serve us in return for scraps. It is without a doubt the best deal man has ever made.

Roger Caras

Stryker is striking!

He sat and bowed for us.

He posed with dignity.

He is a beautiful dog and loved greatly by his friend, Diane.

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Princess

2010-03-16T16:47:00.000-07:00

Every little girl is her daddy's princess,
She has been since the day she was born...
She will be all her life, even when she is grown.
That is just the way it is suppose to be.

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Mason

2010-03-09T10:13:00.001-08:00

Sweetness

2010-03-04T15:58:00.000-08:00

4 year Gwendolyn came in for her portrait as part of Ahrend Studios
"Cute Kid Contest".

She is the sweetest little girl.

She had so much fun in our studio
and loved having her portrait taken.

We had so much fun working with her.

Her beaming smile says it all.

True Cuteness

2010-02-26T13:32:00.001-08:00

What more is there to say!

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Brothers!

2010-02-22T15:12:00.000-08:00

What are little boys made of?
Frogs and snails and puppy-dogs' tails,
And that's what little boys are made of.

These two cute boys came in to have their portrait taken.

You can see they enjoyed themselves and let their true personality shine.

Their final performance captured an adorable memory.

Six months later they were back with their baby brother.

Established 1949

2010-02-17T16:29:00.000-08:00

Ahrend Studios was originally established by Floyd Ahrend in 1949.

William Ahrend, the current owner of Ahrend Studios, is Floyd's son.
Ahrend Studios believes in making memories through photography.
Ahrend Studios does this by keeping history, their negative files date back to 1954.

This week we had two requests for photos from the 1960's.
One was a family portrait taken in 1961.
The other was two commercial photos taken in 1960.
Both show history, both show changes in life.
One shows a family's story.

One shows a town's story.

Ahrend Studios keeps memories.

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Little Fingers and Toes

2010-02-12T11:52:00.000-08:00

What can be more precious than a baby. Each little detail is amazing to see, from the wrinkles in their fingers to the swirl of their hair to the belly button.

The expressions on their face change from one moment to the next. If you capture a smile you can't help but feel all is right.

Their loving embrace when snuggling makes you want to take a minute to pause and never let go.

You know life is just better.

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Eternal Happiness

2010-02-02T14:10:00.000-08:00

Every young lady starts dreaming about her wedding day perhaps as early as age 4. At 4 she may be planning to marry her dad or the boy next door. At age 12, it is the cute boy sitting in front of her in math class and at 16, it is her prom date. When she finally meets Mr. Right, the man of her dreams, her dream wedding can now be a reality.

The plans rotate around the dress, the location, the cake, the flowers and the photographer. The wedding photographer's role is to capture every moment to last a lifetime. The cake will be eaten, the dress will shrink in size, the location will be taken over by another wedding and the flowers will fade. But the images will always be there to reminisce through; to bring laughter, smiles and joy.

Each moment is important, each moment is special, each moment is to be remembered.

The most beautiful bride

the lovely bridesmaids' anticipation

handsome groom and best men

the wedding party

the promise

the rings

the first kiss as husband and wife

the welcoming of Mr. and Mrs. Right

the loving embrace

the pose

the cake

the details

the first dance

the symbols of eternity

the happiness of a lifetime ahead

The images of eternal happiness!

Remembrances Discovered

2010-01-29T16:31:00.000-08:00

What makes portraits so important?

The events of your life are recalled in photographs.
The milestones are captured in photographs.
The persons who make a difference in your life are discovered in photographs.

Happiness, family togetherness, sharing are all part of taking pictures.

Yesterday at Ahrend Studios Photography, our negatives files were used to print a picture taken in 1958. A man's graduation portrait from Fallbrook High School. He was recently deceased and his portrait taken at school will be used during his memorial. A memory cataloged, available for the family for a life time.

This blog will be sharing those memories with you, your memories. Follow us as we feature portraits of people, places and events throughout life.

Remembrances discovered.