Candid, outdoor family photography in the San Francisco Bay Area—From pairs and small groups to large family gatherings.Simple poses, clear direction, and room for real interaction once everyone’s in place.Here are recent examples from three different outings.
Category Archives: Family
Fun in the Field: Family Photos at Coyote Creek Park
2026 is off to a good start on the family photography front. Last week, I met a dad, his two children, and their dog at Coyote Creek Park in Morgan Hill for an outdoor family photoshoot. They came ready to have fun, and that energy made the session feel more like playing in a fieldContinue reading “Fun in the Field: Family Photos at Coyote Creek Park”
Outdoor Family Photography in Palo Alto
Gamble Garden in Palo Alto is a quiet, beautiful place. Its flowers and pathways make a perfect backdrop for family photos. The space is calm and natural, ideal for capturing real moments. Recently, I photographed a mother and her son there. They didn’t need to pose. Their bond was clear in the way they lookedContinue reading “Outdoor Family Photography in Palo Alto”
Maternity Photoshoot in the Bay Area
I’m a quiet observer at heart.I try to live without hope or expectation.But I have moments of weakness. When that happens, I make silent bargains.I promise to be patient,To honor silence and discretion,And to embrace the awkwardness of others.All in the fervent hope that one day I’ll stand under soft light, beneath olive trees, withContinue reading “Maternity Photoshoot in the Bay Area”
Candid Family Photography: Grandma and Her Girls
In the long ago, there was a young woman who played tennis with John Newcomb. Over time, she became a force of nature, balancing varied interests with a family and children. Her kids grew up, fell in love, and had children of their own. During a recent session photographing Grandma and Her Girls, I wasContinue reading “Candid Family Photography: Grandma and Her Girls”