San Antonio may be known for its rich history and colorful culture, but when the sun goes down, downtown transforms into a moody, romantic playground for photographers. In this blog post, I’ll take you through a recent downtown San Antonio portrait shoot at night, highlighting each location we visited, the gear and techniques I used,…
A Japanese Tea Garden Family Portrait Family photos are a treasure, capturing the fleeting moments of love, growth, and togetherness. But let’s face it—if you’ve got little ones, the road to that picture-perfect shot can feel more like a roller coaster than a smooth ride. Kids bring spontaneity and charm to photos, but their moods…
It’s been a busy week, here in San Antonio! In this week’s blog post, I’ll be sharing with photos from my portrait session with Cassandra and Jose on Sunday. Our downtown San Antonio photo shoot took us from the San Pedro Creek to the San Fernando Cathedral. So, get ready for a city tour that…
As a family photographer, this is a question I get asked frequently: “How often should you take family photos?” The answer isn’t one-size-fits-all and depends on several factors, including your family’s dynamics, life stages, and even personal preference. In this blog post, I’ll walk you through the different considerations that can help you decide how…
The Japanese Tea Garden is one of the most unique and beautiful locations in San Antonio. Built to resemble the manicured gardens of the Orient, the former limestone quarry has an abundance of intimate spots that are ideal for a photo shoot of any kind. In today’s blog post, I will be sharing all the…
Happy (early) Father’s Day to all those dads out there. If you have a celebration planned for this Sunday, why not turn it into a photo shoot as well? In today’s blog post I’ll be sharing a collection of my favorite Father’s Day photos plus some daddy and me photo shoot ideas. Trust me, a…
How to Take the Best Photos of Your Pet at Home There’s a saying in photography that the most difficult clients are either children or pets. I have written endlessly about how to photograph kids, so let’s focus instead on how to take the perfect photo of your pet at home. From camera details to…
When most people think of a family photo shoot in San Antonio, they picture it being in one of the city’s epic parks. But what if you happen to be a tourist staying downtown? The good news is that there are lots of photo shoot locations just steps away from the big hotels. As a…
One of the first things I noticed I moved to San Antonio was how many patches of green space dot the city. But with so many park options across the city, where do you go for the perfect family portrait? Thankfully, I have compiled a helpful list to get you started. Whether you value privacy…
