It’s that time where everyone starts scouring to figure out what is THE best place for their family photos (which typically turn into your annual holiday cards). Let me save you the headache. This is it, the best of the best mini session locations in Southern California – Los Angeles, the Valley, Orange County and South Bay. Whether you want to change it up and do photos at the beach this year, or you want a modern, industrial feel.

Documenting growing families always warms my heart!The birth of little Luca brought immense joy to his family, especially to his older siblings who were eagerly awaiting their new playmate.

This year has been a wild ride, hasn’t it? So many ups and downs, unexpected twists, and moments that felt like just surviving. I know I’m not alone on this struggle bus—so many of you have shared similar stories of change, loss, growth, and just trying to keep it all together. But through all the chaos, there’s still so much to be grateful for, and I want to take a moment to reflect on that with you.

What is the one thing that happens every time you are gathered around friends and family? You’re sitting around mom’s dining room table or your best friend’s living room and before you know it, someone says “Remember that one time…” and the next thing you know, you’re 2 hours down memory lane and everyone is smiling and laughing about all those treasure memories!

I have a confession to make this year… ready for it? I didn’t take my annual family photos. For the first time in over 12 years, I skipped it. Every year, without fail, I’ve made it a priority. Whether we’re home or traveling, capturing these moments has been my tradition. I usually hire a photographer to document these precious memories that turn into holiday cards, keepsakes, and reminders of all that the year held. But this year, life had other plans.

Holidays are a time for family, friends, and cherished memories. What better way to capture those moments than with a beautiful family photo session? This year, one incredible family decided to make their holiday extra special by heading to the beach for their annual family portrait.

It’s that time of year again! The air is cooler (well, for some of you), the holiday lights are going up, and the holiday card season is in full swing. But let’s be real, after a few years of doing the same ol’ thing, maybe you’re ready to step up your holiday card game. Luckily, 2024 is the year of creativity and personalization.

You want something that not only stands out in a pile of mail but also speaks to your unique style and vibe, right? I’ve got you covered! Let’s dive into some fresh, fun ways to add a personal touch to your cards this year.

As National Business Women’s Week kicks off, I can’t help but reflect on the power, creativity, and resilience of the women that I’ve had the honor of photographing and working with. Whether you’re leading a company, managing a team, or running your business solo, the challenges and triumphs we face as women in business are […]

Today we will be sharing our favorite fun poses to help keep children engaged and excited during holiday photos, ensuring genuine smiles and happy moments. Our 9 Key Poses For Families For our family photo shoots, we make sure to pull out all the tricks, pose suggestions and ideas. Here are our 9 go-to poses […]

This was my 3rd shoot with Mind Body Birth and it truly just keeps getting better and better! Depending on each of my branding clients individual needs, they choose the frequency of their sessions: some do a yearly session, while others do monthly, quarterly, or even bi-annual. In the case of Mind Body Birth, Faith does an annual session as she gets new residents and we build her client gallery.

1st Birthday Photos are some of my most favorite to capture. It’s not only a time to document baby, but also the parents! It’s their first anniversary of taking care of a little human! I love when the parents want to be involved in these 1st birthday shoots. At 1 years old, we definitely have to just roll with it during our sessions, these little ones have thoughts and opinions of their own!

When Anna reached out for a variety of photos for her beauty magazine publication with Ulta, I knew we had a fantastic opportunity ahead of us. Our primary focus was shooting on a clean white background, which allows for seamless integration into the magazine layout. This minimalist approach works beautifully for many branding needs, but I always enjoy mixing in lifestyle shots for a more dynamic feel.

Hope you are enjoying this crisp weather that is finally upon us. I truly could not wait for it. PHEW it was a hot summer! Click through below to see all the fall vibes I am feeling for this year, hopefully it inspires a festive fall mood for you too.