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meet the person behind the camera

Long before I knew that photography would be my passion and career, I always found joy in connecting with people and serving them well. In 2011, with the birth of my first child, I became a “mom-tographer”. Soon enough, my love for photography and human connections planted a seed deep in my soul that grew into what my business it today. I have a background in design as well as psychology, which interestingly enough, are the perfect combination for a portrait photographer. I have attended numerous photography conferences and workshops, some internationally, which have helped me perfect my tarde. I am not your average photographer, I am all about “The Client Experience”, offering full service from the initial consultation all the way to delivering beautiful, heirloom-grade print products.

Where does my Inspiration come from?

Family is my happy place. It’s where I find my inspiration. You can usually find me cheering on my kids in whatever activity or passion they are pursuing, probably with a cup of coffee in hand, and daydreaming about our next big adventure as a family. I am fascinated by the world, so I love to travel with my children and learn about different cultures—it gives us a beautiful perspective!I once heard that kids who grow up in a house where there’s an abundance of photos tend to have better self-esteem. This is why I’m so passionate about capturing authentic moments in time and providing highquality products for your home. In that spirit, I thought I’d share a little slice of my own inspiration in the form of a short video. Welcome to the family!

my commitment to you

I love a good challenge! Whether it’s finding the right outfits for your family, trekking to discover new settings for the perfect shoot, getting that stubborn toddler to laugh, or teasing a smile out of an awkward teenager, I’m the girl for the job!I view my role as far more than a photographer. I pride myself on being your resource from start to finish. I’ll get to know you and your family. I’ll take the time to nail your dream aesthetic through vision boards with clothing and style samples. In short, I’ll ensure you don’t have to worry about a thing. Together, we’ll unpack the vision for your shoot and I’ll turn that vision into professionally produced products you can treasure together.

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San Diego’s best bilingual family photographer
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