I photographed a family dressed to slay in vibrant reds and festive plaids, bringing the holiday spirit straight to the La Jolla shoreline. As your go-to San Diego family photographer, La Jolla family photographer, and unofficial cheerleader, I live for these kinds of moments.

This family came ready. The boys wore plaid shirts that screamed “cozy cabin Christmas,” while the girls? Show stopping red dresses that popped like poinsettias against the soft, sandy tones of La Jolla’s dreamy coastline. The coordination was on point—festive without being over the top, and bold enough to make them stand out against the natural beauty of the beach.

La Jolla was doing its thing: the tide was low, the waves were just the right amount of dramatic, and the sky gave us that soft, golden light you can only find in San Diego. Perfect beach photographer San Diego conditions, if you ask me.

To this beautiful family: thank you for bringing the holiday magic to the beach and letting me capture it all. Your energy, love, and style made this session unforgettable, and I hope these photos bring you all the joy and warmth of the season.

Looking for Family Portraits in La Jolla?

If you’re dreaming of portraits that combine festive vibes with the beauty of San Diego’s beaches, let’s make it happen! As your trusted San Diego family photographer, I’ll help you turn the chaos of family photos into magic—whether it’s in La Jolla, Coronado, or anywhere the tide rolls in.

Lisa G (Elle G) is a San Diego beach photographer based in Pacific Beach, CA. Proudly serving San Diego’s coastal communities: La Jolla, Del Mar, Encinitas, Mission Beach, Mission Bay, Sunset Cliffs, Ocean Beach, Point Loma and Coronado. 858-344-1068. To chat about booking your own portrait session click HERE.