a photographer’s job is to make you look good! | san diego portrait session

When I have someone step in front of my camera, I often hear “I don’t take good photos”, with apprehension in their voice.  People are so used to taking casual photos with their smartphones, and a lot of time are very critical and less than pleased with the results.  Some people assume that a portrait session with a professional photographer will have the same results.  I love proving people wrong!!  With photography so accessible to everyone, it has diminished the value of actual photography professionals like myself.  Because of my expertise, I love guiding my clients into poses that make them look amazing.  I know where to find good lighting and know how to use the lighting to accentuate their physical strengths and highlight their eyes.  I love using my tools and knowledge to make my clients look and feel their very best; often to their surprise.  Yes, you really can look that good in photos!!!

the best moments are free | solana beach photographer

As in natural, authentic and genuine.  During my sessions I do a lot of guiding my clients into poses and then fine-tuning the details to make the portrait look better and more finished.  While these images become the portraits of the session, I feel it’s also to capture the real moments in between.  The two looks are very different, but make a session more well-rounded.  I like knowing my clients will be surprised by these little moments I captured when they get their proofs.  Here’s one of those moments that I love, from a recent portrait session at Fletcher’s Cove in Solana Beach.