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Mama Kissing Toddler under a Lifeguard Tower

A Letter to Joshua | Coronado Beach Family Photographer Hotel Del

December 7, 2022

It’s a pretty incredible blessing to get to document God’s answered prayers. Little Joshua is one of those—a long-awaited child who arrived 17 years after his mom and dad tied the knot. I knew he was a delightful surprise, so I asked Bethany for his story. She sent me the sweetest letter she wrote to him when she was expecting. Bethany is a gifted writer, so I couldn’t cut it down. Here’s her beautiful letter and some photos to go with.

Family of five sits on grass with tall hedges at Balboa Park

Balboa Park Family Portraits | The Ray Family

November 18, 2022

The kids in this family have grown so much in the three years since the last time we did a session at Balboa Park. Same family, same location . . . only one duplicate background! Love the variety at Balboa Park.

Teen stands against weathered wood at a pier with golden lights behind

Ali’s San Diego Senior Portraits | Crystal Pier Pacific Beach

November 14, 2022

Beautiful Ali’s senior photos will be unlike most in her graduating class this year! She’s from Omaha, Nebraska, so beach portraits are especially unique and fun. I’m so glad she and her three adorable outfits found such a gorgeous day on the beach at Crystal Pier . . . beautful sky, low tide happiness, and sparkly light to make everything glow. Love, love, love!

Boys with Sailboat Running on the Beach

Butlers on the Beach | Crystal Pier Photographer San Diego

November 4, 2022

It has become a fall tradition to get together with the Butler family, and this seventh year we met at Crystal Pier. Sarah was my daughter’s wonderful kindergarten teacher, and her two boys came along a few years after that. We always work our photography around a lively conversation about kids, school, current events, and more! This year the sailboat and beach ball made for a little friendly competition . . . perfect for getting the boys’ natural expressions

Man in pink shirt kneels proposing to woman on rocky beach at sunset

Engaged again! | Cardiff Seaside Beach Proposal Portraits San Diego

October 15, 2022

Quite possibly the sweetest thing ever! Matthew asked for Jayneann’s hand . . . again, since they’ve been married for years . . . during a family portrait session with their godkids. I first met this couple during their friend Lydia’s wedding, where Matt was officiating and Jayneann was the matron of honor and created the floral arrangements. I loved that they wanted to experience another fun beach session to celebrate their love for one another!

Family Running on the Beach at Coronado

Family Photos at the Hotel del Coronado | San Diego Professional Portraits

October 5, 2022

Sometimes the last-minute portrait sessions are the best! Carrie called me when they were already staying at the Hotel del Coronado, wondering about a family session with her husband and two littles. What a delight this family was, and we were all thrilled with the results. I can’t wait to see them again in a year or two!

Woman and three children huddle together on a sunny beach, laughing

Windansea Beach La Jolla Photography | San Diego Portraits

September 28, 2022

These San Diego locals squeezed this photo session in right before school started, and I’m so glad they made it a priority! Lives are busy with activities and homework, but at these ages, things are changing fast! Teens and tweens need portraits just as much as the little ones. <3

Twirling on the Beach

Turning Five on Coronado | San Diego Family Portrait Photography

September 20, 2022

We have a tradition for Ava’s birthday photo sessions! A giant balloon declares the age she has become, and usually Ava is a little concerned about the balloon and not too excited about getting close to it. This year, though, she was FIVE, and she was very brave about the balloon. Then Ava and her mom and dad (okay, and the photographer) had a blast zooming around the sandy beach and twirling on the shore. Looking forward to birthday #6 next fall!

Mother and daughter stand facing the ocean in light clothing

Mother & Daughter Portraits on Coronado Beach

August 29, 2022

This mother-daughter duo was such a joy to photograph. Julie and Mika came to sunny San Diego for Mika’s senior portraits, and the results were beautiful! They are both natural models, and the sky was in perfect condition for some breathtaking silhouettes on Coronado Beach.

Mama Kissing Toddler under a Lifeguard Tower

A Letter to Joshua | Coronado Beach Family Photographer Hotel Del

It’s a pretty incredible blessing to get to document God’s answered prayers. Little Joshua is one of those—a long-awaited child who arrived 17 years after his mom and dad tied the knot. I knew he was a delightful surprise, so I asked Bethany for his story. She sent me the sweetest letter she wrote to him when she was expecting. Bethany is a gifted writer, so I couldn’t cut it down. Here’s her beautiful letter and some photos to go with.

Family of five sits on grass with tall hedges at Balboa Park

Balboa Park Family Portraits | The Ray Family

The kids in this family have grown so much in the three years since the last time we did a session at Balboa Park. Same family, same location . . . only one duplicate background! Love the variety at Balboa Park.

Teen stands against weathered wood at a pier with golden lights behind

Ali’s San Diego Senior Portraits | Crystal Pier Pacific Beach

Beautiful Ali’s senior photos will be unlike most in her graduating class this year! She’s from Omaha, Nebraska, so beach portraits are especially unique and fun. I’m so glad she and her three adorable outfits found such a gorgeous day on the beach at Crystal Pier . . . beautful sky, low tide happiness, and sparkly light to make everything glow. Love, love, love!

Boys with Sailboat Running on the Beach

Butlers on the Beach | Crystal Pier Photographer San Diego

It has become a fall tradition to get together with the Butler family, and this seventh year we met at Crystal Pier. Sarah was my daughter’s wonderful kindergarten teacher, and her two boys came along a few years after that. We always work our photography around a lively conversation about kids, school, current events, and more! This year the sailboat and beach ball made for a little friendly competition . . . perfect for getting the boys’ natural expressions

Man in pink shirt kneels proposing to woman on rocky beach at sunset

Engaged again! | Cardiff Seaside Beach Proposal Portraits San Diego

Quite possibly the sweetest thing ever! Matthew asked for Jayneann’s hand . . . again, since they’ve been married for years . . . during a family portrait session with their godkids. I first met this couple during their friend Lydia’s wedding, where Matt was officiating and Jayneann was the matron of honor and created the floral arrangements. I loved that they wanted to experience another fun beach session to celebrate their love for one another!

Family Running on the Beach at Coronado

Family Photos at the Hotel del Coronado | San Diego Professional Portraits

Sometimes the last-minute portrait sessions are the best! Carrie called me when they were already staying at the Hotel del Coronado, wondering about a family session with her husband and two littles. What a delight this family was, and we were all thrilled with the results. I can’t wait to see them again in a year or two!

Woman and three children huddle together on a sunny beach, laughing

Windansea Beach La Jolla Photography | San Diego Portraits

These San Diego locals squeezed this photo session in right before school started, and I’m so glad they made it a priority! Lives are busy with activities and homework, but at these ages, things are changing fast! Teens and tweens need portraits just as much as the little ones. <3

Twirling on the Beach

Turning Five on Coronado | San Diego Family Portrait Photography

We have a tradition for Ava’s birthday photo sessions! A giant balloon declares the age she has become, and usually Ava is a little concerned about the balloon and not too excited about getting close to it. This year, though, she was FIVE, and she was very brave about the balloon. Then Ava and her mom and dad (okay, and the photographer) had a blast zooming around the sandy beach and twirling on the shore. Looking forward to birthday #6 next fall!

Mother and daughter stand facing the ocean in light clothing

Mother & Daughter Portraits on Coronado Beach

This mother-daughter duo was such a joy to photograph. Julie and Mika came to sunny San Diego for Mika’s senior portraits, and the results were beautiful! They are both natural models, and the sky was in perfect condition for some breathtaking silhouettes on Coronado Beach.

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