I met Ashleigh and her family up at the parking lot, chatted about mermaid birthday parties and car naps. We got a quick shot up at the top and I helped carry sweet Addie down the hill. She told me her shoes were hurting, so i made a deal that i wouldn’t make her walk and I’d carry her anywhere she wanted to go. But as soon as we hit the sand, she completely forgot. What she wanted was to take the pictures for me, so we’d take turns. She gave me the biggest giggles when it was “my turn”, HA! And even though we started our mini session right as the sun set, it gave us the perfect soft light that made their images soooo dreamy.

I loved playing with ALL your kids today Ashleigh and Nate! You two are so sweet together. I love to see you love on your kiddies! I hope you LOVE these sweet moments like I do

I love to be a mom. It is the greatest calling from my Heavenly Father. No matter what I focus on, work on, try to accomplish, I always find myself coming back to the joys of motherhood! When things seem out of whack, I pause and take time with my kids. We bake a treat. We go to the park. We swim in the pool. Having two children that rely on me not only for joy, but for their very lives, teaches me so much of the relationship that I can have with my Father in Heaven and my Savior, Jesus Christ.

And the opportunity I have to raise these children with my best friend, the love of my life, and best man I know, is nothing short of a miracle.

We hiked down the stunning cliffs, grabbing all the beautiful shots on the way down. Then we just snuggled, played and laughed! I love how literal little 3 year olds are. When you ask them to do something they do it exactly the way THEY think you mean. Haha! What a silly time we had. With no rush, we just enjoyed each little moment and let the kids guide the session, with added direction from me to get the more relaxed “posed” shots.

As a family photographer, I have the privilege of capturing some of life's most precious moments. From the sweet and tender moments between a mother and her newborn, to the playful laughter of siblings running and playing together - I am there to capture it all.

One of the things I love most about my job is the opportunity to have fun with my clients. I believe that the best photos come from those moments when everyone is relaxed and having a good time. Whether we're playing games, telling jokes, or just goofing around, I always strive to create an atmosphere that is light-hearted and enjoyable.

I can’t even begin to tell you how meaningful this session was to me. I absolutely loooved meeting up with this sweet family at Crystal Cove State Beach. We had a great time running around and playing together, and sticking our toes in the sand. I think there were two reasons that made this night so special…I’d say the first was the fact that Katie booked a full session instead of a mini. Mini sessions are great, especially when on a budget. But the fast pace nature of it just doesn’t allow for the same connection as a full session does. We caught so many moments of snuggles, play time, and just them.