Lake Tahoe Family Photography | Lexie + Jose

I met up with this adorable family in Lake Tahoe for a family session. We started out at their family cabin near South Lake. After running around the backyard, which was perfectly woodsy, we headed out to the lake. Lexie and Jose have two sweet daughters. The girls were absolutely amazing during their session. They took a quick minute to warm up to me and my camera, but once they were comfortable they were the best!

The best photos come from letting the little ones be themselves. Kids need to be able to run around and play during a family session. I encourage the silliness and playful family hugs. Lexie and Jose have a really awesome relationship with their girls and it was easy to capture all of their love.

Our time at the lake was lovely. The girls played in the sand while the sun set over the Tahoe mountains. We kept the session light and easy, allowing the little ones to get all sandy and dirty. Their shoes kept falling off and the air grew colder as the sun went down, but it was a fabulously fun evening. I admire the way this family interacts and it was a joy to photograph them!

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January 8, 2018

Folsom Family Photography | Amy + Family in Sacramento

I met Amy and her family on a foggy, gorgeously cool fall day. We were introduced on an online photography forum. I always get nervous when I photograph someone who also photographs families. Amy and her family were absolutely amazing. She has an incredible love for her children. It was a very peaceful, beautifully candid session, with the quietness of the fog and the kids playing. The children explored and roamed around the trails. We saw deer and squirrels. The fog made the morning quiet.

This family wanted holiday photos for their card. I loved their easy going nature with each other. It makes everything flow so smoothly when parents can fully relax and let go, allowing their children to be themselves. I captured the sweetest moments between siblings. Their oldest daughter has such a special connection with the baby of the family, and she gives sweet hugs and love. It was awesome to capture that for Amy.

We ran and talked and laughed and generally enjoyed the morning. The foggy air poofed our hair and really made some magic in the photos. I loved everything about this family and wish them the very best in their new year together!

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November 15, 2017

Sacramento Family Photographer | Lindsay + David at Sunrise

It was a brisk, dark morning when I met Lindsay and her family at sunrise on top of the world. When we arrived the sun was still tucked below the hills. Like the sun, we were still sleepy and we wandered about stopping to take photos by the gorgeous trees in the area. This beautiful mama is one of my brides from a few years ago. She is gorgeous inside and out. Lindsay is the sweetest. She e-mailed me a few months ago asking about a family session. After chatting about times and locations we decided on a sunrise session. Little girl is one and I feel like most babes are happiest earlier in the day.

Once the sun skimmed the tops of the hills the most beautiful golden light burst through the dusky morning. We laughed and smiled at how lucky we were to catch this weather the day of our session. The whole family was giddy as we played and laughed and took some amazing photos. The light, seriously folks. The light. It is always about the light. And happiness. It is about light and happiness 😉 Even if a location is pretty it is more important to have everyone content! When your littles are happy your family session is going to be so easy. Go natural with your hair. Lindsay opted for long loose waves and natural make-up. When you’re feeling effortless your images will have that fun, carefree, effortless feel.

Maybe we start your family session at home. Start with some coffee and snuggles and then we move outside. I can turn this session into a personalized, family centric photo session complete with all of your most cherished people in your most cherished locations. Family photography can be both beautiful and easy.