Styling your family for a photo session can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you're dreaming of a soft, earthy palette, something a little more bold and fashion-forward, or timeless neutrals with beautiful texture, you have so many options. And good news: they don’t all involve shopping from scratch.

You know those summer days that don’t ask anything from you? Just a breeze in your hair, sun on your skin, and time that stretches like warm caramel? That’s the energy we want for your photos. So if you’re wondering what to wear for summer photos, come sit by me. I’ve got you.

Tucked into the golden hills of Del Mar, I spent a dreamy morning photographing a family of five—mom, dad, one bright-eyed boy, and two giggly daughters. We began inside their home, where the light fell gently through the windows and laughter echoed off the walls.

Every year, as the days stretch longer and the air warms, my family and I make our annual pilgrimage to the strawberry fields. It’s one of those traditions that’s woven itself into the rhythm of our lives—the sticky fingers, the red dribble down our chins, the whispered reminder to try not to eat more than we buy. The summer sun meets a sky so massive and blue it feels like a dream, while rows of green stretch before us, bursting with tiny red jewels.

If you’re a mom in North County San Diego looking for something beyond the usual playground circuit, let me introduce you to one of my favorite hidden gems: the Oceanside Museum of Art (OMA). It’s not just a place to fill time with your kids—it’s a space to expand their creativity, spark conversations, and introduce them to the magic of art. And honestly? It’s just as enriching for us as it is for them.

I want to work with clients who are deep, romantic, a little wild, and fully present. Clients who want to be seen, even when it feels a little scary. Clients who love in ways they didn’t even know were possible. Maybe that’s you?