Mother -Daughter Photo Session {Cavallo Point}

Mother-Daughter photos are extra special to me because they always remind me of my own daughter and how much I love having our relationship documented. So, I was super excited when my friend and fellow photographer Pam and I decided to meet up and take photos of each other. We first met many years ago at one of Julie Paisley’s photography workshops and have stayed in touch ever since. Pam and I both have 1 daughter (similar ages) and share a love of Fixer Upper and all things Johanna Gaines. I believe he has visited Magnolia Market several times and I’m super jealous. You can tell from these photos that she has an incredibly strong bond with her daughter and I was honored to capture them together. I’m just getting around to blogging this session now during the rainy season so it’s nice to revisit this sunny day in June when we met at Cavallo Point in Sausalito. This spot has breathtaking views of San Francisco and the bay and I can’t wait to go back.

Indoor Lifestyle Photo Session {San Rafael, CA}

The winter months are a perfect time for indoor home lifestyle sessions. It’s a little chilly outside and the weather can be unpredictable so scheduling an indoor shoot is a smart idea. I feel so lucky to be invited into a family’s home and document them in their comfort zone, doing the things they normally do as a family. So when this mama, who also happens to be a talented graphic designer, reached out for an at home session, I was thrilled! Not only was this family adorable and loving, but their home was comfortable and so beautifully designed. Dara sure has an eye for interior design and every room was so well curated. I seriously could have spent the whole time shooting details of all the vignettes, books, children’s toys, art, and antiques. You can check out some of Dara’s graphic design work here.