This was my third year photographing this family, and they suggested McLaren Park. This was my first session at McLaren, and I was thoroughly impressed! I’ll be honest, colleagues have mentioned safety concerns in the area, but we didn’t encounter anything worrisome during our photo session. But please be cautious, especially if you find yourself…
We get to choose the people we surround our lives with. I spend a lot of time around families, and this one obviously put a lot of energy and intention into doing so. Kate (she/they) and Sydney (they/them) landed in San Francisco because of the community that they found. Political activism was at the heart…
I first met Alex and Nina at my Popup Photo Studio years ago. I remember vaguely chatting with them about vintage film cameras and my handmade wooden frames. I was talking with them as fellow photographers, not really expecting I would work with them someday. It is always a bit intimidating when other photographers hire…
If you want all the details about this location, check out my Lovers’ Lane Location Guide. This family joined me the prior year for a maternity session with their growing family. We had a wonderful, foggy time at Ocean Beach, so this year we chose a forested location for a little variety. Andy Goldsworthy’s Wood…
For Marin families looking for an easy roadside family session location, Tennessee Valley checks all of the boxes. The drive is quick, there are open spaces and shaded nooks, and everything is a short walk from the parking area. This is a natural choice with little kids. I love Tennessee Valley most near sunrise and…
I’m not kidding when I say it’s my favorite season for family photos. But I have to tell you the truth – where I live in the Bay Area we don’t really have Winter. In my coastal neighborhood of San Francisco Winter is often sunnier than summer. But I think with a little flexibility to…
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From Ashley, a San Francisco mom of two – “My husband and I have only ever had professional photos taken for our engagement and wedding, and neither of us is super comfortable on camera. Add to that my two-year-old son who is shy and rarely even wants us to take his picture! I was concerned…
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