Embracing Self-Love and Care Through a Family Photo Session
There is a particular kind of forgetting that happens in motherhood. It isn't dramatic. It doesn't announce itself. It just quietly settles in, somewhere between the middle-of-the-night feedings and the school drop-offs and the thousand small ways you pour yourself out every single day. And one morning you catch a glimpse of yourself in the mirror and realize you can't quite remember the last time you felt truly seen.
Why Spring Is One of My Favorite Seasons
Spring sessions have quietly become some of my favorite sessions of the entire year. Not because of flowers or trends or perfect weather… but because this is often the last season before everything feels full again. It’s one of the few times when families allow themselves to slow down and be taken care of instead of rushing from one thing to the next.
A Gentle Studio Experience In Roseville, From Waiting to Holding
Inside my natural-light studio in Folsom, I’ve created a space where families can simply arrive, breathe, and be held in this season. A place where you don’t have to worry about tidying your home, packing everything perfectly, or feeling rushed. Just a calm environment where your story can unfold naturally
Capturing every moment, from the Newborn Days to Watching a Family becoming
Photographing families as they grow, here in El Dorado Hills and throughout the Sacramento area, has taught me that time doesn’t slow down. But memory can be held. Gently. Intentionally. With care.
And if I’m lucky enough to keep walking alongside your family as your story unfolds, I promise to keep honoring it just as it is. Unposed. Unrushed. Full of heart.
A Year I’ll Always Be Grateful For…
Reflecting on the families, stories, and moments we created together throughout 2025
When someone asks me what I love about photographing families…
When someone asks me what I love about photographing families, I tell them it’s witnessing the small, beautiful pieces of your story continuously unfold.
The Magic of Filling Your Home With Photos, and spoiling others with thoughtful gifts
You know that feeling when you walk into someone’s home and immediately notice the warmth? The kind that comes from photos lining the hallway, a framed moment above the mantle, or a little album sitting open on the coffee table?
There’s something so personal, so grounding, so full of love about a home filled with memories.
Love story of Brooke and Greyson: Because I also photograph weddings
Brooke and Greyson’s wedding was exactly that. Set on their family’s beautiful country property, their day was filled with everything that makes rustic weddings so special: laughter, love, and the simple charm of being surrounded by the people (and places) that mean the most.
The Story of Baby Mina, a rainbow after the storm
There’s something incredibly powerful about photographing parents who have walked through loss. Every maternity image carried a story. A reminder that love persists, even in the most fragile moments. As we captured the soft glow of evening light and the gentle curve of her belly, it was clear that this baby was already deeply loved.
Joy Across Generations: Photographing extended family sessions
Extended family sessions aren’t just about getting everyone in one frame, they’re about celebrating connection, legacy, and the joy (and yes, sometimes the chaos) of being part of a big family.
How to Style Your Senior Session: Timeless Tips for Today’s Seniors
Senior year is such a big milestone, and your photos should feel just as unforgettable as this season of your life.
When I photograph seniors in El Dorado Hills, Folsom, and throughout the Sacramento area, one of the first questions I always hear is,“What should I wear?” The truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, the best outfits are the ones that make you feel comfortable, confident, and completely yourself. But after photographing so many seniors, I’ve noticed a few styles and trends that look incredible on camera right now.