I found this park on Google Maps, just searching for wooded areas in Orange County! It’s such a magical spot, especially at sunset.
Sunset is the perfect time to do a session in the Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. The sun filters so pretty through the dry brush.
And we don’t have many rolling hills by the coast, so this place is extra special! During this session we explored the hills around Nix Nature Center and took so many photos!
I love this father-daughter session from Peck Park in San Pedro. I met this client when I did her newborn session. And the last few times I’ve held mini-sessions, she booked one for her mom and then this one with her dad.
We timed the light perfectly for this session at Corona Del Mar. The family was moving out of state, so it was the perfect parting gift!
I typically start out a session with posed photos. Kids (and parents!) are still warming up to me, so this is a great time for more static images. Even though I say posed, I’m still interacting with the family. I’m just getting everyone standing still, looking at the camera.
I’m always in search of new locations! I stumbled upon this park after getting a tip from a client. Before booking a job there, I went alone to walk the park and see if it would work for my criteria.
What I look for when choosing a location:
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My go-to pose for families with wiggly little ones is putting the kids in front of them. This way, the kids have some movement, but they’re contained!
I love being able to document a family’s time in Southern California! If you don’t live by a beach, there’s something really special about being able to experience it. If I can, I choose a low tide day, so the ocean isn’t so intimidating.
This month’s mini-sessions are at a brand new park! I’ve only shot there once before, so I’m excited to offer mini-sessions at the location. It’s wooded with pretty trails throughout. This session was taken in the summer, so it’ll be a little more green than my sample photos!
What if you can’t decide!? You love the idea of a milk bath, but you also want the variety of a studio session. I’ve got you!