Photography: Essence Photography strives to provide clients with photographic art that will be enjoyed for generations to come. Started in 2009, the studio is based in Redding, CA, and specializes in capturing the essence of children and families. Contact Betsy Erickson at (530) 440-3450.

On the Cover: Hunter, age 9, and Patience, age 6. Hunter is fascinated with science and loves to learn how things work. Patience is passionate about art and can be found most day’s coloring.