CBB Exclusive: Kimya Dawson and Panda photoshoot

Washington-based singer-songwriter Kimya Dawson, 35, and her daughter Panda Delilah, 20 months, posed for a CBB photoshoot back in January. As a solo artist as well as a member of The Moldy Peaches and Antsy Pants, Kimya and her music make up the majority of the Juno soundtrack — she contributed eight out of 20 tracks featured on the album. Three additional songs by Kimya are featured on the Juno: B-sides album.

For more on Kimya, husband Angelo Spencer, Panda, and their music and touring schedule, check out Kimya’s website, Livejournal, and MySpace.

Photography: Gabbeli Photography, Makeup: Douglas Martucci

Panda is wearing a Monster Tee by NissaLissa ($28.50) and Monster Cranky Pants ($60-70 but there’s a LONG waiting list).

Comments

Aww she is so cute!

- Lyss on April 16th, 2008

wasn’t angelo pagan leah rimini’s husband?
or is it another angelo pagan?

- Luminita on April 16th, 2008

They’re both cute. I actually like Panda’s name but I guess not all people will. Her ‘monster pants’ are funny

- Jade on April 16th, 2008

I think Kimya Dawson’s husband is Angelo Spencer. Angelo Pagan is Leah Remini’s husband.

- Priya on April 16th, 2008

Her husband’s name is Angelo Spencer. Angelo Pagan is Leah Remini’s husband.

- coholbrook on April 16th, 2008

Angelo Pagan? Isn’t he married to that fat scientologist from the King of Queens?

- Mara on April 16th, 2008

I love Kimya so much!! Her daughter is adorable (yay Panda!! What a cute name!) Thanks for posting this CBB!!

- miameows on April 16th, 2008

Panda is too cute! what lovely pictures!

- alex on April 16th, 2008

The last picture is beautiful!

- Mabel on April 16th, 2008

After taking my 15 year old to see Juno We looked her web site up. She has video and photos of her family. (husband and Panda). We loved it. Her site is very enjoyable. check it out! And for those who are trying to go green or who are she has a little video and summary about that as well. I heard that on “LIVE” that she is working on a childrens album. Should be intresting!

- mary on April 16th, 2008

I want that girl!!! She’s so beautiful! I think she’s the most beautiful baby I’ve ever seen!

- Anna on April 16th, 2008

You know, I’m not sure how I feel about Panda as a name, but for some reason it works with the middle name she chose and I’ve been following Kimya’s career ever since I saw her journal on my friend’s LJ friends page (so before Panda was even born) and I can’t think of a more perfect name for such a sweet little kid

- P on April 16th, 2008

I have to say, i am not a fan of “out there” names, but I really like the name Panda, it is really cute! And she matches that cute name! Adorable! I think they need to make those monster cranky pants in adult sizes — too cute!

- Snow on April 16th, 2008

My daughter has a “Monster Sue” shirt by NissaLissa and it is one of my all time favorite shirts…sadly she is too big for it now, but her sister should be able to wear it this Fall! Too cute!

- jpwillett on April 16th, 2008

love them! thanks for featuring a mama who looks like me! rockin’ tattoo mamas a go!

- lolo on April 16th, 2008

I’ve been waiting to see her daughter! They’re both adorable!

- jasmine on April 16th, 2008

My mother wanted to name me Panda Nicole… my family talked her out of it thankfully. I’ve never heard of a child being named Panda until now. It’s cute. Reminded me for a moment of my mother (she passed when I was a child). Just wanted to share that…

- Cassie on April 16th, 2008

They are so cute!
I can’t wait for her children’s album.

- Shay on April 16th, 2008

I’ll be honest here–I LOVED “Juno” EXCEPT for the soundtrack.

I think if someone were to figure out the knitting pattern for those cranky pants (which doesn’t look too difficult), they could make a killing.

- Stef on April 16th, 2008

I want those pants for my son soooo badly!!

- Carrie on April 16th, 2008

Panda is sooo cute! She looks just like her daddy.

- Martha on April 16th, 2008

Gorgeous mama and baby! YAY for tattooed and pierced mamas! Panda’s name is so cute!

- mrsb on April 16th, 2008

That is one ugly woman. Is that the kid’s mother? God help that kid if it is….

- Kelly on April 16th, 2008

Panda is a gorgeous girl and for some reason I am totally digging this offbeat name. Kimya is super talented.

- Erica on April 16th, 2008

I love the name panda absolutely love it. She is so adorable.

- mudnessa on April 16th, 2008

I am a fan and friend of Kimya and her family, I grew up down the street from her and went through elementary, middle and high school with her brother Akida. It’s so wonderful to see all of the success that has come er way. Kimya has worked very hard over the years and it’s nice to see it finally pay off. Panda is a dream! Beautiful and joyus!

- BHMama on April 16th, 2008

What a beautiful little girl! She reminds me of Kingston Rossdale a lot!! She is adorable and I love her Cranky Pants!

- cindy on April 16th, 2008

Cute little girl.

- anonymous on April 16th, 2008

Cassie, thanks for sharing that and I hope that it gave you something to smile fondly about. My husbands Dad passed when he was a child too so I’ve witnessed how hard that is.

I have no clue who this woman is but I love these pics!! You can totally see the love in her eyes for her daughter. Looks like they enjoy each other’s company and boy do they both have beautiful eyes. I love how Panda’s hair has the bed head/messy look to it like her Mommy’s =) And how cool are those cranky pants, lol, I have my days where I could use a pair of those!!

- heather on April 16th, 2008

I’m glad for this family to be highlighted. Washington State is a wonderful place to live and hopefully, we will learn more about the artists, designers, boutique owners, natural wildlife centers, that cater to children.

- Becky on April 17th, 2008

Dishy Duds also makes monster shirts. Actually, the etsy shop NissaLisa blatantly copied her designs. It is well documented on their blog.

- Rebecca on April 20th, 2008

yeah those r cute pictures! but picture this. my name is panda, also. and my last name is bair! i’m serious!

- panda m bair on February 19th, 2009