North State Parent magazine

A MAGAZINE SERVING FAMILIES IN BUTTE, GLENN, SHASTA, SISKIYOU & TEHAMA COUNTIES SINCE 1993

Cover Photography

January 2013

Photography: Avalon Portrait Gallery. Specializing in customer service, Avalon works together with clients to preserve life’s memories with quality and impact. Their expertise includes beautiful senior and family portraits. Avalon Portrait Gallery is located in Chico. On the Cover:  Bernard Hoffrogge, age 17, is a senior at Paradise Adventist Academy. He enjoys playing the Tuba and loves many other aspects of music, like choir and swing band. Bernard is working on his Boy Scout Eagle Service Project and enjoys playing soccer.

December 2012

Photography: Jamie Solorio Photography. Jamie Solorio loves photographing people to reflect the true connections between them. Her photoshoots include engagements, weddings, and portraits of seniors, newborns, toddlers and families. Based in Redding, CA, Jamie is sometimes available for photoshoots outside Shasta County. Contact her at (530) 355-5272. On the Cover:  Alyssa Brown enjoys basketball, cheerleading, dancing and performing.  She has enjoyed ballet for the past six years, and is a soloist in the upcoming Redding City Ballet's production of the Nutcracker.

November 2012

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:  David Sherbundy, Alyssa, age 8, Austin, age 10, and active mom Tracee Fletcher share quality time together skating, playing sports and enjoying all the North State has to offer.

October 2012

Photography: Tracey Hedge Photography. Tracey Hedge creates fresh, vibrant images that allow you and your loved ones to shine. She specializes in weddings, senior portraits and family portraits, serving Northern California. Call Tracey at (530) 209-1116. On the Cover:  With a love of animals and the outdoors, including many sports-related activities, Lisa Jeter and her 5-year-old daughter Briana enjoy time with their friend "Anabelle" the Road Island Red hen.  

September 2012

Photography: Lisa Tosi Photography is located in Chico, CA. Lisa’s specialties include children, newborns, and maternity. The studio is now located in a country setting and offers pony rides during monthly “Mini Quick Shoots,” a wonderful way to capture a few great images at a cost significantly discounted from the studio’s regular pricing. Call Lisa at (530) 588-3930. On the Cover:  Colby Hood, age 11, Blayne Hass, age 12, and Flynn Davis, age 12, are all involved with Chico Rebels Lacrosse. Join the team! The Lacrosse season runs January thru May; for info visit www.chicorebels.uslaxteams.com

August 2012

Photography: Tracey Hedge Photography. Tracey Hedge creates fresh, vibrant images that allow you and your loved ones to shine. She specializes in weddings, senior portraits and family portraits, serving Northern California. Call Tracey at (530) 209-1116. On the Cover:  The Dank family enjoys time learning and growing together through their homeschooling endeavors.      

July 2012

Photography: Tracey Hedge Photography. Tracey Hedge creates fresh, vibrant images that allow you and your loved ones to shine. She specializes in weddings, senior portraits and family portraits, serving Northern California. Call Tracey at (530) 209-1116. On the Cover: Jo and Stephen Campbell and their sons Shaw, age 15, and Seth, age 11, enjoy time together playing tennis, kayaking, hiking and swimming.     Open publication

June 2012

Photography: Lisa Tosi Photography is located in Chico, CA. Lisa’s specialties include children, newborns, and maternity. The studio is now located in a country setting and offers pony rides during monthly “Mini Quick Shoots,” a wonderful way to capture a few great images at a cost significantly discounted from the studio’s regular pricing. Call Lisa at (530) 588-3930. On the Cover:  Alysa Kleiner is eighteen years old and has enjoyed participating in drama classes at Pleasant Valley High School and in local theater productions with Chico Theater Company. She also enjoys singing, working with children, and spending time with family and friends.   Open publication

May 2012

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: Jim & Amber are the proud parents of Emmit James, shown at age 11 months. "Emmit is happiest outside covered in dirt, and playing with animals." Open publication

April 2012

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: Jim & Amber are the proud parents of Emmit James, shown at age 11 months. "Emmit is happiest outside covered in dirt, and playing with animals."   Open publication

March 2012

Photography: Avalon Portrait Gallery. Specializing in customer service, Avalon works together with clients to preserve life’s memories with quality and impact. Their expertise includes beautiful senior and family portraits. Avalon Portrait Gallery is located in Chico. On the Cover: Jacob, Alicia, and 16-month-old Tristan Hayes. As a family they enjoy the downtown area of Chico, including Bidwell Park. They also enjoy gardening and visits to the ocean. Open publication

February 2012

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.   Open publication
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