. 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 […]

There are so many moving parts when planning family photos, and scheduling them at ‘just’ the right time can be tricky. I understand how crucial timing can be for families, especially those with younger children. It’s all about scheduling around naptime schedules, meal times, and even extra-curricular activities for the older ones. As a San […]

Choosing the perfect San Diego family photographer isn’t just about finding someone who takes pretty pictures. It’s about finding someone who makes the whole experience effortless and enjoyable from start to finish. A great photographer does so much more than take your photo – they help you plan every detail, make you and your family […]

“The best part of our experience with you is that it’s fun and effortless. We just show up, that’s it.” -Karlene . . Being a “full service” luxury San Diego photographer does’t mean just capturing beautiful photos—it’s about providing a personalized, low-stress experience from beginning to end. My approach ensures that you can relax and […]

Are you feeling the winter blues and looking for a sunny vacation? As a San Diego family photographer and local, I always encourage families to visit. San Diego is not only the perfect backdrop for making beautiful memories, but the photo opportunities are endless. Whether your crew are beach bums, adventurous explorers or just looking […]

Anna flew out from Indiana recently for her San Diego senior portrait session with me, and chose Coronado Beach as her location. It’s a great choice if you want your senior portraits at the beach, for the reasons I’ll list below. . . . Prepping for Her San Diego Senior Portrait Session To ensure the […]

. As a San Diego lifestyle family photographer, I’ve visited and used dozens for locations for sessions, some very popular and others a little more hidden. Choosing the right location for your precious family photographs is an essential ingredient of their final look & feel, so I’d love to use my expertise to help you […]

Not only was this Gold Hope Project special to shoot because I got to meet Gigi and her family and hear her cancer story, it also happened to be a ton of fun!  What’s the Gold Hope Project? It’s a non-profit whose mission is to raise awareness of childhood cancer through photography. The Project gifts […]

. “Mishawna is amazing!! Not only is she wonderful and sweet to be around during your appointment, it is clear that she knows what she is doing and cares deeply about educating herself and her clients on all things hair! I have been going to her for her special “Painted Hair” technique that never disappoints, […]

This is why I’ll always give a military discount. It’s the least I can do.