Awhile back I was hired to photograph a 1st birthday in Orange County.  In Korean it’s called a Dol.  The first birthday is a huge celebration in the Korean culture.  I think it’s because a long time ago many of the babies didn’t live to see their first birthday so making it to this milestone was a big deal!

Emma’s dol was so much fun to photograph!  We did a quick family session first and then the celebration began!

Emma’s mom made so many of the details herself!

During the Dol celebration they have a doljabi. The parents will place certain items in front of the baby and let them choose. This will supposedly show what their future career will be Emma went straight for the ball! Who knows she might become the next Kim Yuna!