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Spring in Lafayette – Green Hills and Flowers All Around! One of the most gorgeous locations for spring photos in the East Bay is right in Lafayette! Being somewhat central between Oakland and Walnut Creek, it a spot I love recommending to many families! With just a short walk up hill, this location is fairly […]

Family Photography

May 2

Spring Family Photos | Lafayette, CA

family of 4 walking in a line at the end of their photoshoot. the lafayette hills are seen behind them.
a girl puts yellow mustard flowers in her sisters hair. they are in a huge field of wildflowers

Mustard flower sessions are now open!! Grab your spot!! Walnut Creek is covered in wild flowers in the spring, making it the perfect time for family or maternity photos. The hills are covered in yellow mustard flowers, orange poppies, and blue lupine! Last year mustard flower mini sessions were the incredibly popular and for a […]

Family Photography, Maternity Photography

January 31, 2025

Mustard Flower Mini Sessions in Walnut Creek

There isn’t a landscape more iconic in Walnut Creek than Mount Diablo. From the many trails that wind around its base, to the way wildflowers fill the surrounding meadows in the spring, most East Bay residents have some memories of the famous state park. Mt Diablo for a Maternity Photoshoot! Mt Diablo might seem like […]

Maternity Photography

Jan 31

Mt Diablo Maternity Photos | Walnut Creek

a maternity session at the base of mount diablo featuring a pregnant mama in a mustard colored maternity dress and her husband. the husband holds her from behind and looks off camera while the mama closes her eyes and looks calm.
a father and son are playing behind a pregnant woman as she poses for her maternity photos.

I love being part of the Walnut Creek community! Here’s just a few places you can find me featured! San Francisco Vs Seattle Here’s another article I was featured in. Redfin is comparing life in SF vs Seattle and I was happy to chime in and give the Bay area some love! Give this article […]

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January 24, 2025

Features

A popular spot in Walnut Creek (especially if you have little ones), Old Borges Ranch makes for a lovely location for maternity or family pictures! I have photographed this location dozens of times, and frequently bring by own family here to hike! I hope my insight can help you decide if this is the right […]

Maternity Photography

Jan 15

Maternity Pictures at Old Borges Ranch

pregnant mom looks off during maternity session at old borges ranch in walnut creek

This summer I had the opportunity to photograph a John Muir House Wedding. As a wedding photographer, capturing a ceremony at the John Muir House in Martinez is an absolute delight. It had been on my wish list of places to photograph for the longest time and this summer I was finally given the opportunity! […]

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August 2, 2024

John Muir House Wedding

It’s no secret that downtown Martinez is one of my favorite spots! Not only is my studio right in the heart of downtown, it’s one of my most requested locations for senior sessions! Most of my seniors usually do two looks for their graduation photos. They typically do some classes cap and gown photos for […]

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Jun 3

Graduation Photos Downtown Martinez, CA

senior photo of girl in downtown martinez smiling at the camera

Downtown Martinez not only has the perfect background for senior photos, the light hits the downtown so beautifully! Martinez is home to my studio, which makes it the perfect spot for senior photos! Your senior is able to change their outfit from the privacy and comfort of my downtown Martinez studio. The senior girls can […]

Family Photography

May 24, 2024

Downtown Senior Photos | Martinez, CA

Many cultures celebrate baby’s 100th day, and photo shoot to commemorate the day is such a fun add on! As Walnut Creek is such a culturally diverse area, I’ve been honored to photograph many 100 days sessions. How do you photograph a 100 days baby? I often get asked logistically how these work. 100 days […]

Family Photography, Newborn Photography, Studio Photography

May 17

100 Days Photos | Walnut Creek, CA

100 Days baby at studio photo shoot session
Senior photo in industrial area of Benicia

I feel like so often we are only seeing senior photos for the girls! In the Walnut Creek area, it’s usually in a beautiful hillside, filled with some of the East Bay wildflowers. But there are some wonderful spots for the boys also! Senior Photos for the Guys For the boys, I really love the […]

Family Photography

May 1, 2024

Senior Photos | Benicia