North State Parent magazine

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

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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

January 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: David 15, Lindsay, 10, and Natalie, 8 along with their parents and younger sister Bethany share a passion for music. The Baker Family is living a dream in pursuing music, health and arts at Celebration Studios in downtown Redding.  

December 2011

Photography: Living Shasta Photography. Photographer Karrie Ann Snure of Living Shasta Photography offers beautiful images showcasing a celebration of life. Her specialties include family and senior portraits, weddings, and animal and landscape photography. For information call Karrie Ann at (530)859-2292. On the Cover: The Dawson Family Wreath Barn team is multigenerational! They enjoy creating beautiful wreaths and sharing the joy of every season through their holiday specialties year-round.  

November 2011

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: Luca at 6 months old,  Armando (English bulldog) at 3 years old; both boys are from Chico. This image was taken by Lisa Tosi 4 1/2 years ago and we love it as our November cover!  Luca is now 5 years old and enjoys playing golf and baseball, and playing with LEGOs and his little brother. Armando is now 8 years old and loves tummy rubs and any extra attention he can get!

October 2011

Photography: Tracey Hedge Photography creates fresh, vibrant images that allow you and your loved ones to shine. Tracey specializes in weddings, senior portraits and family portraits, serving Northern California. Call Tracey at (530) 209-1116. On the Cover: Autumn is in the air! Grace is 11 years old, loves ballet, crocheting, camping and animals. She attends Bethel Christian School in Redding.  

September 2011

Photography: Burke Photography. Michael Burke is a professional photographer in Redding, CA. His experience includes photojournalism, extensive corporate work, magazines, nature, and portraits. Local stock art available. Contact Michael at (530) 524-9014. On the Cover: Hannah, 7, a student at East Cottonwood School, enjoys gymnastics, animals and dance. Wyatt, also 7, attends Forest Ranch Charter School in Butte County. He enjoys fishing, pop dance and water play. Both students enjoy learning about artists from the Famous Artists Program offered to teachers and art enthusiasts. A training will take place in September for this informative program at the Turtle Bay Exploration Park in Redding.  

August 2011

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: Reed is a fourth-grader at Sierra View. He enjoys playing basketball and baseball. He also plays football for the Jaguars. Reed is enjoying his summer boating and spending time with friends and family.    

July 2011

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: Deven and Josselyn Carter enjoy spontaneous bike rides along many North State bike trails with their three children Ruby, age 4, Lucy, age 2, and little Miles, 8 months.    

June 2011

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: Raquel Gonzales, and her mother Dawn. Raquel is a student at Pleasant Valley High School in Chico and is a safe and trustworthy driver.    
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