When families ask me about timing, my answer is pretty much always the same: plan around what works best for your schedule. Everyone will be happiest when the session fits naturally into your day rather than working around it. Interrupting nap or bedtimes never works, especially when trying to keep things fun and relaxed. Golden […]
Pregnancy and the early weeks with a new baby are two very different experiences — and both are worth documenting. The Bump to Bundle offer pairs a maternity session with either a Fresh 48 or an in-home newborn session, giving you a fuller picture of this transition at two different points in time. It’s […]
The Oakland Redwoods at Joaquin Miller Park offer a magical setting for maternity photos. Towering trees and peaceful trails create a quiet, intimate atmosphere that’s perfect for capturing moments of connection and anticipation.
When it comes to planning an in-home newborn photo session, choosing the right attire can play a significant role in creating a relaxed and comfortable environment for both you and your baby.
Family and newborn photography is about more than just taking pictures. It’s about capturing the genuine connections and emotions that make each family unique.
As a Bay Area family photographer with a background in early childhood special education, play is central to how I approach sessions. Not as a technique — as a philosophy. Kids are more themselves when they’re doing something they actually want to do. That’s when the real moments happen. My Background I spent 15 years […]
INFJ, ENNEAGRAM 2, EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATOR, PERSONALITY TEST LOVER, HEART ALWAYS ON MY SLEEVE
I’m an Oakland lifestyle photographer specializing in family and newborn photography that feels natural, connected, and true to life.
With over 15 years in early childhood special education and experience as a parent, I bring a thoughtful, relationship-based approach to every session. My sessions are relaxed and personal, focused on capturing real moments and the small details that tell your family’s story.
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