"From the initial booking, consultation, and last minute wardrobe ideas - she was invested in our experience, and was such a pleasure to work with! We took family photos with our nearly 1 year old daughter, and she gave us direction on what we needed to do - and how to entertain our daughter. We are so happy with the photos, and can't wait to work with her in the future!"

location IDEAS //

+ A city neighborhood
+ Baking with the kids
+ Outdoor scenic spot
+ Your favorite eatery
+ An ice cream shop
+ Architectural city spot
+ Your home (favorite)
+ A private photo studio

what to expect  //

+ One-hour relaxed lifestyle session.
+ Gentle posing direction for ease.
+ Location options: home to outdoors.
+ Helpful prep guide included.
+ Online gallery with high-res images.
+ Authentic, candid family portraits.

- vanna s.

"We loved our family session with Maria!
We were able to just have fun as a family, and she captured it so well."

- lauren t.

Hi, i'm maria, a family photographer based in south orange county, ca, and your personal guide to stress-free, beautiful photos.

Welcome to my One-Hour Storyteller session — designed for busy families who want real, joyful, connection-filled images without the overwhelm.

Not sure what to wear? I’ve got you. I’ll help you style your whole crew with outfit ideas that photograph beautifully and feel like you. Unsure where to go? I’ll recommend location options that match your vibe — whether it's beachy, at-home, or something in between.

From prep to shoot day, I guide you every step of the way so you can show up relaxed, have fun, and walk away with photos that feel effortless and true to your family.

You focus on loving your family — I’ll help you decide what to wear, where to go, and how to capture it all naturally.

"Maria provided styling assistance, which was so helpful. She also provided time to discuss any shots I was hoping to get. The shoot was fun, it felt natural, easy, and spontaneous. She was able to capture not only the images I was hoping to see, but the emotion and feeling of the scene. I underestimated how valuable these photos and experience were. Maria is so talented, will look forward to having her document our family again in the future."

-NORA S.