. Planning a family, maternity, or senior photoshoot, and wondering about the best photoshoot locations in San Diego? I’m here for you! Choosing a location for your photos can be tricky, since for the best photos, everything has to come together in one particular spot: background, lighting, scenery, accessibility, and the (lack of) crowds. As […]

. If you’ve been in the market lately for a San Diego photographer, perhaps you’ve seen the term “lifestyle photography” or “lifestyle photographer” pop up. But what is lifestyle photography? And how is it different from regular photography? (For the purposes of this post, I’m going to call regular family photography “traditional posed family photography.”) […]

Spring is coming soon, and with it San Diego’s (short) season of wildflowers and hillsides carpeted with lush greenery. What? You are pregnant, you say? And planning to capture this singularly beautiful time in your life through professional photographs? Proudly biased, I say bravo! to you (and you can read about why you won’t regret […]

If you’re looking for a fun, stress-free, and totally YOU way to capture your senior year, you’ve just landed in the right place. I’m Michelle, your go-to senior photographer in San Diego, and I’m here to make your senior session an experience you’ll actually enjoy (no awkward posing or stiff smiles here). Whether you’re celebrating […]

. What do you gift a woman that’s been growing a human? YOUR (shared) human? How about a gift she’ll never even think about returning? A gift she never thought about adding to the registry? A gift she’ll find joy in, for decades to come? A gift that new human you’ve created together will look […]

Preparation is everything, right? Especially when it comes to school photography. Life is busy, so that day always seems to creep up on us. I’ve been there, and I would bet just about every parent has been there, too. That’s why I’ve created a guide for parents, “San Diego School Photography Prep.” School photography is […]

Fine art school portraits are so much more than the traditional school photos we all grew up with. Genuine expressions replace forced smiles, and beautiful lighting replaces bright flashes. But how to dress your child for these elevated images? As a San Diego-based family photographer (and a mom who’s lived through picture day), I’ve written […]

Yes, we live in San Diego, right on the coast, and the beach works beautifully for family photo sessions no matter what time of year. But it is fall, and, especially with the anticipation of cooler weather, you may be getting that… feeling. You know the one. Common signs include pulling out your apple/cinnamon/hazelnut/pumpkin/latte/spice/whatnot candles […]

. Hey parents, if you’re planning a trip to our wonderful city with your kids, and you’re a human who needs to eat, you’re probably wondering where to find the best kid friendly restaurants in San Diego. Am I right? Fear not, because I’ve rounded up a couple of joints that offer more than just […]

. . When it comes to your San Diego maternity photos, the where can shape the entire feeling of your session. San Diego is full of beautiful options, from sunset cliffs and windswept mountain meadows to rock-strewn beaches. But finding the right location for you, one that helps tell your unique story, takes more than […]

. Hi, I’m Michelle! I’m a San Diego-based lifestyle family photographer, mom, and believer that real moments trump perfect poses every time. Since launching Love Michelle Photography back in 2017, I’ve had a very specific mission: to create photographs that don’t feel stiff or staged, but that reflect the real people in front of the […]

What makes fine art school photos so special? It’s more than pretty pictures – these portraits offer real emotional and educational benefits. By encouraging self-expression and authenticity, this approach can make picture day empowering rather than stressful. Parents and educators report that children who see these portraits feel more confident and valued for who they […]

. Whether Glacier National Park is your favorite place on earth, or you’re about to visit it for the first time, there’s no better place to invest in some (epic) new family photos. Whether you’re traveling from out of state or you’re lucky enough to call the Flathead Valley home, here’s 3 reasons to take […]