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As parents, we&rsquo;re all too familiar with how quickly time flies. From the first steps to graduation day, it feels like one moment you&rsquo;re holding your child&rsquo;s hand as they learn to walk, and the next, they&rsquo;re navigating the world as adults. Once your children are grown, the opportunities to capture those candid moments together often seem fewer and far between. Yet, this stage of life offers some of the most meaningful and cherished memories, and there&rsquo;s no better way to preserve them than through photography.
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Here&rsquo;s why taking photographs with your adult children is essential:
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<h3>1.&nbsp;Documenting Milestones Together</h3>
Life doesn&rsquo;t stop at childhood. As your children enter adulthood, there are many new milestones to celebrate together&mdash;graduations, career achievements, weddings, or even just quiet family moments. Taking photographs during these occasions helps you document not just their growth but your journey as a family. These images will serve as reminders of shared accomplishments and moments of pride.
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<h3>2.&nbsp;Strengthening Bonds</h3>
Photography can be a bonding experience, offering the chance to reconnect amidst life&rsquo;s busy schedules. Whether it&rsquo;s during family holidays, birthdays, or casual get-togethers, these photo sessions create opportunities to pause and appreciate each other&rsquo;s presence. Even a simple family photo can serve as a reminder of the love and support that exists within your family, no matter the distance or time apart.
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<h3>3.&nbsp;Capturing Changing Dynamics</h3>
As children grow into adults, the family dynamic naturally evolves. Photos with adult children reflect this transition, highlighting new dimensions of your relationship. Whether it&rsquo;s capturing them in their professional roles or enjoying a more equal, peer-like connection, these photos tell the story of how your bond has matured and deepened over the years.
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<h3>4.&nbsp;Preserving Family History</h3>
Family photos are a way of passing down history. They become part of the legacy you leave behind, giving future generations a glimpse into the lives of their ancestors. Your adult children will cherish these images, not only for themselves but for their own children and grandchildren. These photographs serve as visual time capsules that future generations will treasure.
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<h3>5.&nbsp;Creating Lasting Keepsakes</h3>
In an age where digital media often dominates, there&rsquo;s something timeless and irreplaceable about printed photos. A beautifully framed family portrait, or a candid snapshot taken during a casual outing, holds sentimental value that no smartphone screen can replicate. These tangible keepsakes will evoke cherished memories for years to come, long after the moment has passed.
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<h3>6.&nbsp;Celebrating Togetherness</h3>
At every stage of life, it&rsquo;s important to celebrate togetherness, and photography offers a powerful way to do that. Life can take family members in different directions&mdash;different cities, careers, or even countries. A family photo serves as a visual anchor, reminding everyone that, no matter the miles between you, your bond remains strong.
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<h3>7.&nbsp;Time is Fleeting</h3>
One of the simplest yet most profound reasons to take photos with your adult children is that time is fleeting. As life moves forward, opportunities to be together as a family may become more limited. Photos capture these fleeting moments, allowing you to hold onto them forever.
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While we often think of family photography as something reserved for when our children are young, capturing moments with your adult children is just as significant, if not more so. It&rsquo;s about celebrating life&rsquo;s journey, creating meaningful keepsakes, and reflecting on the love and bond that remains constant through every stage of life. So, the next time your family is together, don&rsquo;t hesitate to take a few photos. You&rsquo;ll be grateful for the memories, and so will they.
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The Importance of Taking Photographs with Your Adult Children: Capturing Memories That Last a Lifetime

Catherine&rsquo;s story is one that many from the Class of 2020 can relate to. Like so many, she envisioned celebrating her high school graduation with a dream photoshoot at Disneyland, but the world had other plans. Though the pandemic disrupted her original vision, Catherine&rsquo;s determination never wavered. When she graduated from California Baptist University (CBU) with her bachelor&rsquo;s degree, there was no better place to finally capture her milestone than at Disneyland.
For Catherine, this session was more than just a college graduation shoot&mdash;it was a fulfillment of a long-awaited dream. The session not only marked her academic achievements but also symbolized the resilience and perseverance of her journey from high school to college. Disneyland, with its timeless magic, became the perfect place to capture this significant chapter in her life, blending past hopes with the celebration of new beginnings.
This session was a chance for Catherine to finally celebrate her hard work, and the photos will forever capture the joy and magic of reaching that long-awaited goal in the happiest place on earth.

Capturing Magic: Catherine's Disneyland Graduation Session

There&rsquo;s nothing quite like summer evenings in Riverside, California. The warm breeze, the glow of golden hour, and the sounds of nature all around set the perfect scene for a family photography session. Add in two energetic young boys, playful parents, and a sun-soaked nature trail&mdash;and you&rsquo;ve got the kind of session that makes my photographer heart so happy.
<h3 data-end="880" data-start="837">A Family Session Full of Joy and Energy</h3>
As a&nbsp;family photographer in Riverside, CA, I love capturing families just as they are&mdash;playful, real, and full of love. This sweet family of four brought all of that and more to their session. With two little boys bursting with energy, we embraced movement, laughter, and spontaneity every step of the way.
We chose a beautiful nature trail tucked into Riverside&rsquo;s scenic landscape. It was the perfect place for the boys to run, explore, and just be themselves. No stiff poses or forced smiles here&mdash;just real moments and real giggles.
<h3 data-end="1470" data-start="1422">Why Golden Hour is Perfect for Family Photos</h3>
Golden hour&mdash;the hour just before sunset&mdash;gave us the dreamiest light. It&rsquo;s hands-down my favorite time for outdoor family sessions. The soft, golden glow wrapped this family in warmth, making every photo feel like a little piece of summer magic.
From dad giving shoulder rides down the path to mom cuddling with her boys beneath the trees, the golden light brought out every smile, every hug, and every happy squeal.
<h3 data-end="1932" data-start="1890">Capturing the Season of Life You&rsquo;re In</h3>
One of the best things about photographing young families is capturing the&nbsp;energy&nbsp;of this season. It&rsquo;s wild and unpredictable and full of love&mdash;and it goes by so fast. These photos freeze that feeling in time, so years from now, this family can look back and remember exactly what it felt like.
Whether your kids are toddlers, teens, or somewhere in between, summer is the perfect time to schedule your&nbsp;family photo session in Riverside. Let&rsquo;s go outside, find a beautiful trail, and capture your family's story&mdash;giggles, golden light, and all.
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There&rsquo;s nothing quite like summer evenings in Riverside, California. The warm breeze, the glow of golden hour, and the sounds of nature all around set the perfect scene for a family photography session. Add in two energetic young boys, playful parents, and a sun-soaked nature trail&mdash;and you&rsquo;ve got the kind of session that makes my photographer heart so happy.
<h3 data-end="880" data-start="837">A Family Session Full of Joy and Energy</h3>
As a&nbsp;family photographer in Riverside, CA, I love capturing families just as they are&mdash;playful, real, and full of love. This sweet family of four brought all of that and more to their session. With two little boys bursting with energy, we embraced movement, laughter, and spontaneity every step of the way.
We chose a beautiful nature trail tucked into Riverside&rsquo;s scenic landscape. It was the perfect place for the boys to run, explore, and just be themselves. No stiff poses or forced smiles here&mdash;just real moments and real giggles.
<h3 data-end="1470" data-start="1422">Why Golden Hour is Perfect for Family Photos</h3>
Golden hour&mdash;the hour just before sunset&mdash;gave us the dreamiest light. It&rsquo;s hands-down my favorite time for outdoor family sessions. The soft, golden glow wrapped this family in warmth, making every photo feel like a little piece of summer magic.
From dad giving shoulder rides down the path to mom cuddling with her boys beneath the trees, the golden light brought out every smile, every hug, and every happy squeal.
<h3 data-end="1932" data-start="1890">Capturing the Season of Life You&rsquo;re In</h3>
One of the best things about photographing young families is capturing the&nbsp;energy&nbsp;of this season. It&rsquo;s wild and unpredictable and full of love&mdash;and it goes by so fast. These photos freeze that feeling in time, so years from now, this family can look back and remember exactly what it felt like.
Whether your kids are toddlers, teens, or somewhere in between, summer is the perfect time to schedule your&nbsp;family photo session in Riverside. Let&rsquo;s go outside, find a beautiful trail, and capture your family's story&mdash;giggles, golden light, and all.
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Ready to book your golden hour family session in Riverside, CA? Let&rsquo;s create some magic together. Reach out [here &ndash; insert contact link] to get started!

Ready to book your golden hour family session in Riverside, CA? Let&rsquo;s create some magic together. Reach out to get started!

Golden Hour & Giggles on the Trail: A Summer Family Session in Riverside, CA

If you&rsquo;ve ever dreamed of a proposal that feels straight out of a romantic movie, this one is for you. This Laguna Beach surprise engagement session&nbsp;was full of creativity, emotion, and unforgettable moments&mdash;starting with a&nbsp;treasure mapand ending with a ring at the edge of the Pacific Ocean.
This couple&rsquo;s story began with a playful idea that turned into a beautifully planned proposal. He handed her a&nbsp;hand-drawn treasure map&nbsp;and invited her on a beachside adventure. Each clue led her through sandy paths, ocean overlooks, and small surprises&mdash;building anticipation with every step.
But nothing could have prepared her for what was waiting at the end of the journey.
She arrived at a secluded cove in&nbsp;Laguna Beach, where a simple yet symbolic&nbsp;&ldquo;X&rdquo; was drawn in the sand. Just beyond the &ldquo;X&rdquo; was a stunning&nbsp;lace tent picnic setup&mdash;decorated with vintage lanterns, soft blankets, and charcuterie for two. The warm California light created the perfect golden-hour glow.
As she stepped into the center of the &ldquo;X,&rdquo; he took her hands, got down on one knee, and asked her to spend forever with him.
She said yes.
What followed was a joyful, intimate engagement session capturing all the emotion of the moment. They danced in the waves, laughed through happy tears, and cuddled inside the tent as the sun set over the water.
Highlights from this Laguna Beach Proposal:
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Custom treasure map with clues leading to the proposal site
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Romantic lace tent picnic with coastal styling
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A symbolic &ldquo;X&rdquo; in the sand marking the spot for the proposal
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Golden hour portraits with Laguna Beach cliffs and waves
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Playful, barefoot moments dancing and splashing in the ocean
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Why Choose Laguna Beach for Your Proposal? Laguna Beach offers some of the most picturesque proposal backdrops in Southern California. From hidden coves and rocky cliffs to golden sands and breathtaking sunsets, it&rsquo;s the ideal setting for couples who want a proposal that&rsquo;s both personal and scenic.
Whether you&rsquo;re planning an elaborate surprise or an intimate moment for two, your proposal deserves to be documented in a way that tells your unique story.
Let&rsquo;s Plan Your Perfect Proposal As a&nbsp;Southern California engagement and proposal photographer, I specialize in capturing genuine moments with creativity, warmth, and intention. I&rsquo;m here to help you plan the experience&mdash;and preserve the memories that come with it.
If you're thinking about proposing in&nbsp;Laguna Beach, Orange County, or anywhere along the SoCal coast, I&rsquo;d love to be part of your love story.
Contact me today to start planning your unforgettable proposal session.

A Dreamy Surprise Proposal in Laguna Beach, California

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This is the session what you want to do for the full senior portrait experience. For the Full session, you will get a phone consult to plan your perfect session, up to 2 locations of your choice*. (As long as we are able to get from location 1 to location 2 within your time frame). You may also bring 3-4 outfit changes.After your session you will receive your online proof gallery where you will be allowed to select your top 50 images to be retouched. You will receive these images in a beautiful online gallery where you can download, print and share with your family and friends! You will also receive a $30&nbsp;print credit that can be applied to print purchases.&nbsp;I definitely recommend this session for my lovely girl seniors out there to make sure we have plenty of time to get all the looks you want!These may be booked on weekday evenings or weekends based upon availability.

The Full Senior Session

The Portrait Photography Collection is the perfect way to capture a timeless moment in your family’s life. We’ll spend an hour creating beautiful, natural portraits that capture the unique personalities of your loved ones in an environment of your choice. After your shoot, you’ll receive 40 edited digital images, allowing you to choose your favorites for prints. You’ll also receive a private online gallery for sharing with family and friends. To ensure the best possible results, we’ll schedule a pre-shoot consultation to discuss your location, wardrobe, and any other necessary details. Please note that some locations may incur a small travel, rental or permit fee. Let's create a beautiful family portrait that you’ll treasure forever.

Family & Lifestyle Portrait Photography Collection

My Classic Wedding Collection is perfect for the couple wanting to capture all the essential moments of their big day. This package includes up to 6 hours of coverage with two photographers, an online gallery, a minimum of 300 digital files with full resolution, a 1 ½ hour engagement session with a digital file, and a pre-event consultation. With this package, I will be with you to capture the moments you will cherish forever. From the pre-ceremony preparations, the first look, the vows, the ring exchange, the speeches, the first dance, and all the little moments in between, I will be there to capture it all. The online gallery will provide you with a secure space to view and share the photos with family and friends. With the included digital files, you can print your photos in the size and quantity you desire. I also offer additional products such as high-end albums, canvas prints, prints, and more. This package is the perfect way to capture the moments of your big day and to make sure you have all the essential photos. Feel free to reach out with any questions you may have about this package or any of my other services. I look forward to hearing from you!

Classic Wedding Collection

Intimate Elopement Collection (4 Hours)

This is something that has been requested by many of my recent seniors…we can split your session into two! You can pick which 2 seasons you want: summer and fall, summer and winter, winter and spring…it’s totally up to you and what fits YOU best! I am happy to explain what kind of “feel” you get with each season- but this is such a fun way to add variety (and lots of outfits) to your senior experience. Each seasonal session is 2 hours long…so that is 4full hours of senior session time! After each of your sessions you will receive your online proof gallery where you will be allowed to select your top 40 images (80 total images for both sessions) to be retouched. You will receive these images in a beautiful online gallery where you can download, print and share with your family and friends!&nbsp;You will also receive a $40&nbsp;print credit that can be applied to print purchases. Note: locations must be approved by photographer and be within Some locations may incur a small travel, rental or permit fee.

The Seasons Senior Session Package

Mini Senior Session

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Hello, I'm Kim. Capturing your precious moments, one click at a time.

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I’m Kim and I am a portrait and wedding photographer.  I love to document moments, big ones, little ones and especially the tiny ones that sometimes go unnoticed.   

Here’s a few fun facts about me...
I married a chef, so although I probably can cook, we will never know if that is true or not.I am the Mom of 2 amazing humans, whom I’m very proud of.  They have been and continue to be some of my favorite subjects to photograph.

I'm a Professional School Counselor.  I've also known I've wanted to be a counselor since I myself was in high school. I spend a lot of my time around high schoolers and you would think I would want an escape.  But photographing graduating seniors is one of my favorite things.  Spending the day on a Senior Session invigorates me.  I love knowing that as they finish this chapter of either High School or College, they are ready to enter the big world and take it by storm. 

I always tear up at some point at every wedding.  It's usually during the vows or speaks or when the groom sees his bride for the first time.
I love to travel. So if you are wanting to plan a destination session, I am in!​​​​​​​