La Villita Historic Arts Village in San Antonio is a hidden gem for family portrait sessions. With its vibrant colors, historic charm, and picturesque spots, it’s a dream backdrop for creating timeless memories. Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing a family at this iconic location, and the experience reinforced why it’s one of my…
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…
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…
The downtown area is underutilized for photo shoots, and it is my mission to try and get more people to visit my neck of the woods. The diversity of backdrops in the community lends itself well to portraits of all types. So, if you are looking for a shortened session that can have you jump…
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…
