North State Parent magazine

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

Cover Photography

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.    

May 2011

Photography: John Ricketts spent many adventurous summers as a staff photographer for Mount Hermon and Kidder Creek. He currently works for Mount Hermon Redwood Canopy Tours as a guide and designer. On the Cover: Whitewater Guide Leslie LeBaron encourages her raft of Kidder Creek campers as they navigate a rapid on the Klamath River. Kidder Creek Camp, in the shadow of majestic Mt. Shasta, offers many adventurous expeditions in addition to whitewater rafting, including rock climbing, mountain biking and backpacking.