San Diego Family photographer
For those who desire images
as meaningful as they are beautiful.
Warm & Connected
I'm driven by my passion to capture your family as authentically as possible.
Plus burritos.
and I know how much this matters.
I'm Michelle
In Their Words
"Our family photos FEEL real,
they don't just look real.
You genuinely seem interested in capturing
what is behind the smiles,
which shows in our beautiful pictures."
- Emily
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The Love Michelle Family Experience
No forcing, no staging, and not a "say cheese"in sight.
Just a thoughtfully planned session where all that is asked of you is that you show up and enjoy one another.
I specialize in working with REAL families (wild kids, men who hate taking photos),
with results you can't wait to show off.
You’ll walk away with far more than just a digital gallery waiting on your hard drive.
Instead, you’ll have photos that live IN your home, and a sense of peace knowing they’ll be seen and treasured for years.
From planning and styling,
to designing and printing,
to getting tangible reminders of your love and closeness up on your walls,
I take care of it all.
first step
Booking your Session
Fill out my contact form and I'll reach out to hear about what's important to you when it comes to your photos.
Once your agreement is signed and session fee paid, you are booked - and then the fun of planning begins!
Step two
Before your Session
In the weeks before your session, I'll hold your hand through location and styling choices.
You'll receive a questionnaire so I can get to know you and your family a little better, and hear about your desires and concerns for your session.
Step Three
Your Session
Enjoy your thoughtfully planned session with peace of mind, knowing it's all handled!
Just show up and have fun together -
I'll tell you exactly what to do.
Step four
Your Reveal appointment
Appointment? More like a celebration!
You'll see your images for the first time and I'll guide you through selecting your absolute favorites.
You'll go home anticipating the excitement of
decorating your home with love -
while I do all the heavy lifting!
Step five
Delivery Day
Your art arrives!
Savor your moments in your home, effortlessly, every day.
These aren't just photographs - they are daily, visible reminders of the love and closeness you share.
I'm so thrilled with how these came out...
the emotion and love I have for my sweet son
is conveyed so intensely in these photos.
"My beautiful images made my
heart full and I can't wait to
show them off to everyone."
Mishawna
"The best part of the experience was the ease...
The kids (and adults!) felt very comfortable to just play... the kids had fun and would do it again in a heartbeat
(which says a lot)."
"we’ll treasure these photos forever. Thank you so much for perfectly capturing our family’s personality and love."
abby
"The photos will be truly special to pass along to my daughter... I will love them forever."
I'm grateful I found a photographer that was able to capture such a precious time in my little sprouting family's life.
Adriana
Michelle did such an amazing job of preparing for our photo shoot before it even happened!
Michelle took epic, natural images of our family... Did I mention, four littles under 8 years old? She is ahhhmazing."
jasmine
Active Military?
I happily apply your session fee toward your image purchase, as a small gesture of gratitude for your service.
Behind the Scenes
In Their Words
"YOU EVEN GOT MY NON-PICTURE TAKING HUSBAND TO LOOSEN UP AND ENJOY HIMSELF... Truly a gift."
- Kimberly
The Feelings
"Our home is now full of the pictures you took, and every time i see them, i smile
- Kelley