We're on Yelp

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I know I'm behind, but I'm finally on Yelp. If you have worked with us and love what we do, please review us on yelp. "Yelp", I like saying that word. I like saying "yelper" even more. What a fun site that gets really addictive to look on. I was looking the other day for a good Pho restaurant and the next thing you know 3 hours have passed, I was still hungry, and reading people's comments instead of eating dinner. Hmm, maybe this could be my new diet. :)

2 + belly

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Congratulations to Jason and Krystal on their little bun in the oven. I had a great time with this couple during their session. Jason and Krystal are expecting a little baby boy in just a few weeks and I can't wait to meet their little bundle of joy. They were such a fun family filled with tons of joy, anticipation, and excitement as we talked about their expectation. I sure you can tell from the portraits that we capture that these two are going to be great parents. They even painted their little baby boy room with polka dot. That's brave! I can't imagine being that creative and I'm an artist. Yay to the happy couple.

Angel Zoey

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I wanted to thank you Andreson family once again for letting me be part of Zoey's life. I'm blessed to have met you and your wonderful family. To little Angel Zoey, may you know that your life touch many people's heart and that you will forever be in our lives.

Little Will

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Happy birthday to little Will. He turned 1 year old a few weeks ago and we were happy to be part of his first year. We went outside and photographed this little guy playing with bubbles along with traditional studio portrait. Will seemed to have a fun time playing, but I had to calmly take some portraits of him when he wasn't paying attention. I think I had too much energy for him. Usually it's the opposite and I'm wipe tired from chasing the little ones all over the place and by the end of the session I feel like a sack of potato. We wish you many years of happiness, candle blowing, and laughter as you grow up.

Courageous Kids

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Every year the professional photography association that I belong to, Professional Photographer of Santa Clara Valley (PPSCV), volunteers on Mother's Day at Great America. We photograph the families that come out to the American Cancer Society's event, Courageous Kids. It's a wonderful day that allows the families to come out and enjoy Mother's Day. I, along with a group of professional photographers, take family portraits of all the families that participate in the event. There are always many happy children, hotdogs, balloon and lots of ice cream. Even though it's Mother's Day, I make sure that I come out and volunteer every year because I know that for that day I can give back some happiness to the families by giving the gift of a family portrait. I am thankful that the American Cancer Society has such a great event.

Meet BABI 2008

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We were a vendor this year at Meet BABI. The event is a wonderful gathering of birth professionals such as doulas, chiropractors, baby boutiques, and of course photographers such as myself. This is an annual event and as members of Bay Area Birth Information (BABI) we try to be at the event every year. It's a great place to be if you are an expecting mother. We had a wonderful time at the event. I brought my two girls and they totally enjoy themselves as well. Sunnymont Nursery School had a nice set up with clay, toys, and little friends for my daughters to play with. This year I took my camera along and took a few images for BABI and had a great time doing so. We are planning to be at the Meet BABI Pennisula event on September 27th at Redwood City Downtown Library. If you know any expecting mom I would recommend the event to them.

Westfall Photography featured on CBS 5 representing NILMDTS

We were honor to work with Thuy Vu from CBS 5 and Christina Andreson, mother of Zoey Eoff in this heartwarming piece. As the area coordinator for NILMDTS one of my main goal is to build community awareness of the organization so that families know that we offer this service as well as getting more volunteers to help out. For those of you that don't know my involvement with NILMDTS, the charitable organization Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep (NILMDTS) provides bereavement images of children for families across the United States. I’m so proud to be a part of this wonderful organization that helps grieving families through the agonizing pain of losing a child.

The CBS 5 segment aired today during the 6:00pm news. Below is the copy that was written by CBS 5 and the link to the story and video.

CBS Story featuring Westfall Photography and Zoey Eoff

Bay Photographer Documents Terminally Ill Infants

Reporting Thuy Vu (CBS 5)

It's one of the saddest things a parent could ever face-- the death of an infant. But a new Bay Area group is helping to ease the pain by providing a service the families can hang on to forever. Christina Andresen and her boyfriend were thrilled when they found out they were having a baby girl. But five months into the pregnancy, Andreson learned the baby would likely die soon after birth. "We found out she has trisomy 13, which is a chromosomal defect," said Andreson. So the family is clinging to hope, but also, confronting reality. "We've already talked with funeral homes and stuff like that," said Andreson. Helping them through their emotional journey is Jessica Westfall, a professional photographer in San Jose. Her portraits have won awards, but the Andresen family has won her heart. Westfall is part of a national organization that volunteers to take photos of families whose babies are terminally ill. The services are completely free, provided by photographers who know that through their camera, every image of every little foot, every little hand, is a lasting one. "Your memory will fade over time," said Westfall. "I create these images because I know the family will have these to treasure." Westfall is starting a Bay Area chapter of the group, called Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep. "It's hard," said Westfall. "Especially the first few sessions I had. I came home crying. It was heartbreaking." Heartbreaking - yet heartwarming - to be there for the families. Shortly after Andreson gave birth to baby Zoe, Westfall was there, capturing memories. Experts used to warn parents not to bond with babies who wouldn't survive for long-- the pain would be too hard. But looking at the photos, Andreson believes they're a way to heal. "They just make it to where a horrible situation comes out beautiful," said Andreson. "It's more of some way to cherish her." For more information, contact Jessica Westfall at (408) 998-3342 or visit nowilaymedowntosleep.org. (© MMVIII, CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved.)"