April 16, 2025

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February 26, 2025

A man and his pregnant wife hold hands and walk on the beach in Del Mar, CA, during a lifestyle maternity photo session.

One minute you’re seeing those two pink lines, the next (or so it seems), you’re driving to the hospital and holding your new baby for the very first time. It all goes by so quickly and is a momentous experience that deserves to be documented and reflected on for years to come. As a photographer […]

February 13, 2025

Family of 6 gathered around a their newborn baby during a San Diego in-home lifestyle newborn photo session by Love Michelle Photography.

Welcoming a new baby into your family is one of the most beautiful and emotional times in your life. It’s a season filled with love, connection, and countless small but significant moments. When it comes to photographing your newborn, there’s no better place to do it than in the comfort of your own home. Here’s […]

January 31, 2025

San Diego Family Photographer captures mother hugging child while father plays with other children in ocean

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 […]

January 24, 2025

San Diego Photographer captures mother and daughter twirling their dresses together during Diego family photos

“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 […]

September 17, 2024

Dad and little girl hugging on a field during a lifestyle family photo session at Mission Trails Regional Park

. 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 […]

August 21, 2024

A man wearing a white dress shirt stands in a golden field at sunset, kissing his young daughter on the forehead while he holds her. The rest of the family is walking in the background.

. 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.”) […]

August 14, 2024

A man and woman stand on a grassy Oregon sand dune and embrace, while the woman is holding a baby.

Is your husband’s/partner’s most dreaded time of year family photo time? Here’s how help him hate it a little less.

August 8, 2024

Little girl and brothers playing tug of war during a family photography session in Mission Trails Regional Park.

“That was fun. When can I see you again?” -Isaac, 5, after a session. . As a San Diego lifestyle family photographer, I’ve photographed kids for years. And given my pick, I’ll take kids being their wild selves over standing still and smiling cooperatively at the camera any day. That’s right. I want your kids […]

July 12, 2024

A mom holds hand with her two kids and walks on a large rock during a family photo shoot in Glacier National Park.

. . Family Photos in Glacier National Park: Here’s What You Need to Know If your family is anything like mine, our gorgeous national parks are some of your favorite places to visit, and the sites of some of your best times together as a family. So…. how incredibly meaningful would it be then to […]