It was a cloudy day in Irvine/Newport Beach area and the clouds created the perfect soft-box lighting for this light and airy family photo session. But we weren’t just taking family photos! It was this little guy’s first birthday, so we were also going to be highlighting one year and celebrating with a mini birthday cake.
It’s all about the soft winter white for this Newport Beach baby photographer! I love how dreamy this session turned out. The light coming into the studio is very conducive to newborn sessions.
If the goal for a photo session is authentic smiles, the we make it fun or go home! Sometimes babies start the photoshoot a little skeptical and we end up with pretty serious faces. This is the time to enlist parents.
In the heart of Southern California, where the sun kisses the ocean, families find themselves seeking to capture moments that feel just as magical. Light and airy studio photography is a style that has gained popularity for its ability to capture the essence of Southern California’s easy-going vibes. When looking for an Orange County family studio photographer, it’s essential to find someone who doesn’t just understand this style but embodies the very essence of it in their work.Read More
Photography is an art that relies heavily on the interplay between light, composition, and subject. While photographers can capture stunning images in any weather condition, certain weather elements can elevate their craft to new heights. So…what is the best weather for photography? There are various weather conditions and they impact different genres of photography.Read More
When I go out to eat, I don’t mess around. If it’s a place I haven’t been before, I’m asking friends, checking the website and reading all the Yelp reviews. Life it too short to pay for a bad meal!
And I would recommend treating photography the same way. Do your research before you commit to a photographer. Who wants to spend hundreds of dollars on an experience you hate or photos you don’t love!?
Let’s talk about how to prepare for a family photo session! As you know planning is everything when you want a good result. So, I have a few tips to share with you.
My studio in Long Beach is the perfect place for light airy and modern portraits. That’s not to say it’s a place where kids behave perfectly and sit posed for hours. Never!
Studio sessions don’t have to be boring! I personally love shooting in my studio because there are no variables. I can always count on good light coming through the windows. There’s no wind to mess up hair and I don’t have to photoshop people out of the background!
Golden hour is not the only hour for photography! I schedule sessions at all times of day and each hour has it’s own positives and negatives.
Shooting in full sun can definitely be challenging, but there are a few little tips you can keep in mind to make your photos so much better!
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