Frequently Asked Questions

My sessions are booked upon my client's requests so my studio is open on an appointment-only basis. Please call me for more information, or you can fill out my contact form for a speedy response to your inquiry. I do offer mini-sessions which are usually seasonal and do have specific dates for booking. Follow me on social media for updates about any upcoming mini-sessions.

My in-home studio is in Mission Valley where I shoot most of my newborn sessions, although if the client prefers, I do travel to their home to do an in-home newborn shoot. Family sessions are booked on location or, at the client's request, we can do a studio session.

Absolutely – all of my sessions are by appointment only. Please fill out the contact form and we can reserve your portrait session.

Some photo sessions have specific timeframes when they need to be scheduled. Maternity shoots should be scheduled for between weeks 32-36 and newborns should be scheduled for between days 5 and day 14 after their arrival. Be sure to book in advance so that I have availability to book your session during that maternity or newborn timeframe. Family shoots are scheduled all year round and so are headshots. Don't wait till your holiday cards are due! Use the opportunity to update your family portraits in our gorgeous weather in San Diego.

I accept credit cards, cash, and checks. I also offer a payment plan for my sessions as needed.

Ideally, we should pre-book your newborn session before your baby has arrived and we will narrow down the date as soon as the baby arrives. Newborns are best photographed within the first 14 days after birth, although I have successfully photographed babies up to 6 weeks old and created beautiful newborn portraits for their parents, so don’t let that be a deterrent to booking your session. We always make sure that parents and siblings can attend at least the first part of the photo session, as we capture those precious family images at the beginning of the session.

I bring a variety of props and outfits to your newborn session. We'll have a planning session before your shoot to determine your favorite colors, prop choices, and outfits. This customizes your session to create portraits you'll truly love and ensures that the colors flow with the decor in your nursery and home. If we are doing an in-home session, I also bring studio lights and some posing tools and create a mini studio in your home.

Any time is a great time to capture your beautiful family's portraits! Family reunions are very popular, but your children grow up so quickly and the yearly family portrait should be part of the planning each year, not only to personalize your holiday cards but to celebrate your wonderful family.

I'm proud to offer a wide range of custom products to bring your photos to life, including high-quality wall art, heirloom photo albums, digital products, and more. Keep in mind that the session fee does not include any products; you will be able to purchase these items separately after your session.