Born and raised in Southern California, I’ve got a fresh take on family photography. I live in Irvine, CA with my family.

I began my career in graphic design, but after becoming a mom, my interests shifted to lifestyle family photography. After doing online searches for family photos that felt real, honest, yet elevated, and coming up empty when searching, I started to think about creating the kind of images I wished I could find. Something that felt like our own editorial feature, but still true to who we are. Now, almost 8 years later, I have a business that serves families seeking exactly what I was looking for as a new mom: fun, playful, expressive, unposed family photos.

Meet Maria, Irvine Family Photographer

ABOUT

Maria

I work with families who appreciate a laid-back experience. With parents who are playful, present, and don’t mind letting the kids just be kids.

I want my photos to feel like the beautiful parts of your everyday that you never get to capture. If you're looking for elevated, lifestyle family photography in Irvine, CA and beyond, I’d love to connect.

Curating candid photos for Orange County families.

Real moments. Real people. No posing, no pretending. Just the warmth of who you are on a good day, with the people who matter most. My photographs are meant to feel like coming home. Unhurried. Full of love. Made to last.

Because these moments won't wait.

What is Candid Photography?