In the heart of sunny San Diego — where their love story first began — Caleb and Katie returned for a Thanksgiving weekend packed with purpose. What looked like a casual walk down memory lane quickly turned into one of the most photogenic surprise proposals I’ve ever had the honor of photographing. Caleb had secretly...
The holidays are more than just mistletoe and matching pajamas—they’re about slowing down, soaking in the moments, and capturing the magic while your kids still (kind of) think you’re cool. For one San Diego family of five, that magic has taken the form of an annual beach photoshoot, a tradition that’s become as cherished as...
Love stories have a unique way of filling our hearts with warmth, and the story of Joe and Allegra’s engagement is one that brought a smile to everyone’s face who witnessed it. Their love and the element of a surprise proposal on Sunset Cliffs in San Diego created a magical moment that neither of them...
Candid family portraits on the beach in La Jolla? Yes, please. Give me windblown hair, sandy toes, and unposed giggles any day of the week. That’s where the magic lives. I’ve had the absolute joy (and yes, I mean that in the most non-corny way possible) of photographing this sweet family for over six years...
1. Do Your Homework: You wouldn’t marry someone after a Tinder swipe, right? Same goes for a professional photography session. Dive into their portfolios, stalk their Instagram, and see if their vibe matches yours. I’m all about beach lifestyle photography – think candid moments, genuine laughter, and sun-kissed goodness. If that’s your jam, we’re probably...
Vacation family portraits in La Jolla, CA? Yes, please—serve them up with sunshine, salty air, and a side of unforgettable memories. Almost two years ago, Kaitlyn reached out with the sweetest idea: a dreamy maternity session on the beach in San Diego. Cue the visions of windblown dresses, ocean waves, and golden light wrapping around...
I recently had the privilege of capturing these special moments of a family gathering in Mission Beach, 50th anniversary and family portraits on the beach? Yes, please. Bring on the love, the laughter, and the “how the heck did fifty years fly by so fast?” vibes. This was a full-blown, golden milestone moment: a 50th...
You know what’s better than a sunny day in San Diego? A sunny day in San Diego with a family that’s bringing decades of memories to the beach—plus a ridiculously photogenic dalmatian. As a Pacific Beach photographer, these are the sessions that light me up: real people, real stories, and a whole lot of heart....
Beach family lifestyle portraits in La Jolla, CA have a certain magic to them—sun-kissed skin, salty air, and that soft golden light that makes everyone look like they’ve been professionally lit by the heavens. But sometimes? The beach has other plans. Enter: the Gilb family’s unforgettable family photo session. They’d carefully planned a generational portrait...
San Diego Photographer Lisa G, of Elle G Photography, is here to spill the tea on why printing your photos trumps letting them languish in digital purgatory. I’m dishing the deets on why you need to go old school and print those pics! Display and Sharing First up, let’s talk about the joy of actually...
Some love stories come with a script. This one? Total improv—with a seashell twist. Matt and Hannah’s San Diego proposal was the stuff rom-coms wish they could write: unexpected, sun-drenched, wildly romantic, and planned in a jaw-dropping eight hours. That’s right. Less than a workday to pull off a dream-worthy beach proposal in Mission Beach....
Some photo sessions feel more like hanging out than anything too formal—especially boat family photos. That’s exactly how it went with the Moegling family. They had just welcomed a new sailboat into their lives after a six-month delay—so yes, the Christmas card timeline had come and gone—but that didn’t stop them from wanting to document...
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