the journal

There’s a particular kind of love that shows up on camera when three boys surround their mom. That’s exactly what unfolded during this Ventura County motherhood photography session on a warm evening in Ventura County. This family came ready to soak up the last light of the day, and what we captured together is one […]

It’s still summer and the last thing on your radar is probably planning your photography session for your holiday card, but hear me out. These are some reasons why you should be thinking of them now verses later. Why I’m Already Thinking About My Holiday Card Every summer we visit my hometown in Rhode Island […]

Capturing this Thousand Oaks newborn photography session was such an honor. For this Thousand Oaks newborn session, I loved utilizing the comfort of a family’s home during that precious newborn bubble to capture honest, relaxed moments. Preserving the fleeting details of the seemingly ordinary yet magical first days and weeks at home is what makes […]

Once a session is booked and a location is picked, I’m almost always asked, “What should we wear?” I love drawing inspiration from the location and the season when helping clients plan their wardrobe. Here are my tips and styling suggestions for planning your summer looks for a southern California family photography session. Outfit choice […]

There’s something about spring light that feels so energetic. It’s bright and alive, full of promise — hinting at the long golden evenings summer will bring. As a Ventura County photographer, this season always fills me with a particular kind of excitement and what better way to celebrate the new energy spring brings than by […]

As a Camarillo family photographer, one of my favorite things is finding locations that feel effortless and beautiful. Hill Canyon Trail in Camarillo is exactly that — tucked into the hills, it has a way of making everything feel a little slower. It was the perfect backdrop for this sweet family of four. Why Hill […]

As a Ventura County family photographer, there’s something about the Malibu coastline at golden hour that makes everything feel a little more like magic for a golden hour session. Sycamore Cove, with its warm light , steady waves, and slow pace created a relaxed environment for this Malibu motherhood session. Ventura County Photography session at […]