Golden Gate Bridge during sunset Hi Everyone! Let’s talk family adventures today! I'd love to share some activities we did for the past two weekends with our family! I don't receive any compensation for recommending these places; they were all a great hit with my crew of various ages. Roller skating at Cal Skate in Rohnert Park! It's something I enjoyed doing as a child, so I was excited to introduce it to our kids! Saturday has open skate from 12 pm-10 pm. We generally go a

Welcome to January. The rush for holiday card photos has given way to a slower pace and a chance to document what's happening in your life right now. Let's see month by month where we can take pictures in January and February in San Francisco, Marin, and the Bay Area . January. 1. I think most of my favorite sunsets in Marin have happened in January. They are not warm, so put your sweater on and be ready to enjoy the beauty of nature. 2. Rains during the holiday break brought

What a year it’s been. From secret proposals to newborn snuggles, milestone birthdays, anniversaries, and celebrations of life—this year was filled with stories of love, growth, and connection. I’m deeply grateful to everyone who trusted me to witness and capture their moments, whether shared publicly or held close within family. As we step into 2026, my heart is full, and my hope is simple: health, joy, and more meaningful moments together.

When you start researching family photography, you’ll quickly find a sea of options: mini sessions, half sessions, full sessions, newborn sessions, day-in-the-life sessions,  and even micro sessions. So how do you know what’s right for your family? Here’s the truth — there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Every family is different. Every photographer is different. And we all have our own definition of what family photos should feel like. Let’s walk through some of the most comm

Spoiler: It's not about sitting still. As parents, we arrive at the family photo session in Marin or San Francisco  , hoping the kids...

Happy Earth Day to you! Today, I'd love to share a great experience I had this weekend.  Last Friday, I went for a travel session to...

This break, we ventured north of CA to Orick. We had five days between the weekends, and we found a place in the middle of the field,...

Timing for Golden Hour : In March and early spring, the sun still rises a little later and sets a little earlier than in summer, making...

Bouquets of Mimosa flowers and tulips are the first thing that comes to my mind when this day is mentioned. It brings me back to...

Every year, January to February is a slower season for my business. That means that I mostly work on weekends and sometimes every other...

What a year! I'd call it a roller-coaster in many aspects of my life, but we're here to chat about photography! So, we will talk about...

I've heard this question: Why do I need it if my friends can take pictures on their phones? That's an amazing question! I’m pretty sure...

1. Lovers Lane. It's most probably one of the most famous spots. Good at almost any time of the day. Cons: There are no bathrooms in the...

What's on parents' minds as summer approaches? Summer Camps! We all want to give our kids a chance to do something fun while having an...

1. Rodeo Beach This is my family's favorite beach! It has sand, waves, some river on some days, occasional tide pools, and people to play...

I'll be doing a couple of posts that suggest the locations where we can go (and I have around 40 of them!). Feel free to contact me and...

Winter break is coming to an end! And I'd love to share three adventures we loved with the kids during the holidays! My kids are 2.5,...

It's a year of gratitude! While choosing the pictures for my annual post, I had a chance to relive the memories and experiences of this...

And one in San Francisco! Let's Play. On weekends or weekdays, a good playground is a gem. Sometimes (often!), your kiddos need to burn...

While location shoots can be beautiful, at-home photo sessions can create truly personal pictures that celebrate your family story. But...