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Discover tips, stories, and inspiration for capturing artful, authentic family memories — and preserving the moments that matter most.

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Your Pregnancy to Parenthood Story As a Bay Area photographer and a mom of two, I know how quickly pregnancy and the early days with your newborn fly by. Capturing the joy, excitement, and love of this special time is something you’ll cherish forever. That’s why a Bump to Baby Session (or Bump to Bundle as I […]

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My Birthday Boy is 6! | A Personal Note

Before having my son, I never realized how much it would change me in so many ways. I’m also an early childhood educator, so I had some insights in working with other parents for many years. Nothing really could have prepared me for parenthood. Priorities shift, interests change, relationships change, but I wouldn’t have it […]

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Family Reunion and Connections | Bay Area Lifestyle Photographer

Last week we traveled to meet up with family for our biennial reunion and our kids could not have been more excited to connect with their cousins, many of whom they haven’t seen in 18 months! We always have a lot of fun on these trips and I love to capture as many memories as […]

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INFJ, ENNEAGRAM 2, EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATOR, PERSONALITY TEST LOVER, HEART ALWAYS ON MY SLEEVE

A Visual Storyteller Focused on Heartfelt Moments

I’m an Oakland lifestyle photographer specializing in natural family and newborn photography. With over 15 years of experience in early childhood special education and as a parent, I bring a thoughtful, relationship-based approach to my work. My sessions are relaxed and personal, focused on capturing the beauty of real life and the little details that tell your family’s story. Here on the blog, you’ll find tips, inspiration, and meaningful stories that celebrate the moments that matter most.

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