When we pulled up to the location, (one of my favorite spots— Coyote Hills Park in the East Bay), I met them in the parking lot so we could walk up the trail together. Ali immediately gave me the warmest hug ever, and then the two of them immediately started cracking jokes and making me laugh. I knew immediately that these were some awesome girls and we were going to have a great session together.
Read MoreI truly cherish getting to love on clients who quickly become new friends. It's a joy to celebrate these milestones & moments with the sweet families who trust me to tell their story. I was absolutely loving photographing this sweet little boy, his big brown eyes, and this adoring family with arms wrapped around each other. We chose a beautiful hidden gem right here in the Bay Area on top of a mountain, right at sunset. We are so lucky to live in such a beautiful spot with so many gorgeous photo locations for timeless family photos!
Read MoreI know so many mamas who have told me about getting caught up in life and routines and the understandable whirlwind of life, and suddenly it's been years and years since they had proper family photos made. Just snapshots. Usually on an iPhone, these days. And even more commonly--and tragically? Mama is never in the photos. She's always the one holding the camera.
Read MoreTaking engagement photos on the beach is one of the most beautiful ways to capture this exciting time in your life! This gallery of beach engagement photos was photographed on the tropical shores of the Dominican Republic. The Caribbean is an epic destination for engagement and elopement photos.
I am a Northern California Photographer available for travel, destination, and adventure family, engagement & elopement photography. I specialize in authentic, unposed, and real moments showcasing the true love between families and couples.
Read MoreNatural family photography in Palo Alto, San Francisco Bay Area Family Photos
Read MoreOne of my favorite things about being a family photographer is that I get to witness and capture beautiful couples in their new roles as parents. These sweet parents were so obviously dedicated and loving to each other, and seemed so effortless in their role as new parents to this sweet baby boy. Their home was decorated with beautiful photos of their wedding and their adventures, and now, my heart is overflowing with joy as they will be decorating their home with photos of this new stage and journey in their lives.
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