Sunset in the Marin Hills

Experience No. 02 • Marin • Part of the Inspiration Series

Family of four walk holding hands across golden field in sunset light.
Silhouette of parents spinning kids against colorful sunset sky.
  • Family of four walk holding hands across golden field in sunset light.
  • Silhouette of parents spinning kids against colorful sunset sky.

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Classic California hills set against the iconic Mt. Tamalpais skyline.

Iconic panoramas no matter which direction you look – to the south, you can see the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco. To the east, Mount Diablo.

This is all about celebrating Marin and how lucky we are to call this place home.

The Basics

  • Location: Ring Mountain, Tiburon
  • Duration: 60 min
  • Effort: 3 – Easy
  • Suggested Medium: Digital
  • Best For: Family, Couples, Engagement, Seniors
  • Cost: $975
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The Session

Quick & fun session that’s all about celebrating sunset and this incredible space.

Expect photos full of movement, dynamic light, and connection. Don’t expect lots of close, camera-aware portraits.

Photographer

DAVID ENLOE
(HE, HIM)

Easygoing, grounded.

David crafts experiences rooted in presence and quality time with your people.

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Field Notes

✎ Ancestral lands of the Coast Miwok

✎ Great place to see hawks, falcons, and kites

✎ Geologically unique exotic boulders scattered about

✎ Great place to fly a kite!

+Video

Some sessions lend themselves to a short film, and this is one of them. Motion and sound, paired with your photos. I make it easy to add it when you book.

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Come Prepared

Street parking is usually easy to find. Drive up until you hit the roundabout, then pick the closest spot you can find. We’ll meet at the roundabout.

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Think of this like heading out for a long walk with good company before a casual dinner. Comfortable enough to move in, but something you feel good in. Open landscapes mean people notice what you’re wearing, so a little intention goes a long way.

Texture and layering do a lot of work as the light changes. Scarves and shawls add movement in the wind. Guys tend to look great in jeans or chinos, sturdy boots, and a neutral shirt. For everyone else, a flowing dress or chunky knit works well. Avoid anything too precious since you’re still hiking.

Colors that echo open landscapes tend to work well. Cream, ochre, dusty olive, and warm rust are natural fits. Strong blues and teals offer contrast against sky. I love using kids as a place for contrast, a lighter top or subtle pop of color draws the eye in a wide open setting. Secure anything loose. Wind has opinions on headlands.

Think of this like heading out for a long walk with good company before a casual dinner. Comfortable enough to move in, but something you feel good in. Open landscapes mean people notice what you’re wearing, so a little intention goes a long way.

Texture and layering do a lot of work as the light changes. Scarves and shawls add movement in the wind. Guys tend to look great in jeans or chinos, sturdy boots, and a neutral shirt. For everyone else, a flowing dress or chunky knit works well. Avoid anything too precious since you’re still hiking.

Colors that echo open landscapes tend to work well. Cream, ochre, dusty olive, and warm rust are natural fits. Strong blues and teals offer contrast against sky. I love using kids as a place for contrast, a lighter top or subtle pop of color draws the eye in a wide open setting. Secure anything loose. Wind has opinions on headlands.

Don’t forget your kids or your partner. Beyond the obvious, here’s what’s worth throwing in the car for this one.

  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Kite (optional)
A straw bag and towel on white sand beach, perfect for a relaxing day outdoors.

Location Specifics

Terrain

Walk: ~0.5 mi RT | ~150 ft gain | dirt road & trails

Restrooms

No restrooms available — plan ahead.

Dog friendly?

Dogs allowed on leash.

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Seasonal notes

Often available all seasons, weekday afternoons.

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Questions. Answered

These experiences are built around real conditions — tides, light, flower blooms, coastal weather. A little fog or wind is often part of what makes them feel alive. Unless your experience includes Sunshine Insurance, we’re going to lean into what Mother Earth sends our way.

If conditions look truly unworkable or unsafe — typically a rain forecast of 30% or greater, or any weather warning — I’ll cancel and issue a full refund so you can book another date.

Depending on my availability and the realities of that particular experience, a reschedule may be offered.

If you need to move your session to a new date, a rebooking fee of 20% of the total session fee applies. Any payments already made can be credited toward an available session within six months of the original date.

If you cancel without rescheduling, payments already made are non-refundable.

If illness or something unexpected comes up, get in touch. I’ll always aim to handle things fairly and thoughtfully.

Each experience is thoughtfully paired with the medium, so check the top of the page to find out which one applies here.

Film is slower and more intentional. I take fewer frames and commit to the moment. The results tend to have a softer, more timeless look, with natural grain and texture. You may see a frame that’s slightly soft or imperfect in a way that feels human. That character is part of what people love about film.

Digital gives me the freedom to shoot a lot. That means I can work quickly with moving kids, handle low light, and deliver sharp photos in a wide range of conditions. It also gives me the luxury of finding the best split-second moment during editing.

If you want clean, sharp, and technically consistent, digital is the better fit. If you want something tactile, nostalgic, and emotionally textured, film is the one.

Photos for digital sessions are delivered within 4 weeks. If you purchase Rush Delivery, they are delivered within 7 days (sometimes less, ask for current availability).

Please allow up to 8 weeks for the delivery of videos and analog film photos.

Not every experience includes Sunshine Insurance — check The Basics section at the top of the page to see if it’s part of yours.

Typically, I don’t reschedule for fog or overcast — coastal weather is part of the experience. Sunshine Insurance changes that. If your session includes it, you can reschedule up to twice at no additional cost if conditions aren’t cooperating.

Let’s pick a date

Sunset in the Marin Hills sessions are offered on select afternoons, timed around sunset.

Ready? Choose a date below and you’ll receive a booking file by email — agreement and invoice together. Your spot is confirmed once the retainer is paid.

***Selected dates are held for 24 hours pending completion of the booking file.

Deliverables

  • Session Length: 60 min
  • 40+ digital images
  • (or) 30+ film scans
  • Immediate family + 2 extended members included
  • Print release
  • Shareable online gallery available for 30 days
  • Cost: $975
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