Hello! It’s Jessica Francis, your local Thousand Oaks photographer here to share some simple tips and styling suggestions for family photos! First, let’s explore how to prep the whole family. Tell your children what we will be doing (if they’re old enough to understand) & make it sound exciting! Maybe plan something fun afterwards? Try […]

ATTENTION: Oahu, Hawaii I’ll be back on island this summer and offering photography sessions! Super excited to be back again with my fellow Oahu family photographers! Most importantly, aside from receiving beautiful and timeless photos, what is even more special is the experience and memories you will create with your loved ones when you book […]

Hello friends, your local family photographer in Ventura County here to remind you that it’s never a bad idea to book a family session! Family portraits are important because life is unpredictable & ever-changing. Photography freezes life’s fleeting moments & captures the dynamics/development of your family. It’s important to document this time w/ your spouse […]

Ventura County maternity photographer creating personal and timeless memories. Mothers and mothers-to-be, this one is for you! Maternity photography is one of the BEST types of photo sessions because you won’t be pregnant forever and having these maternity photos to look back on as a reminder of the magical time you created a new life […]

My favorite family photography prompts include:⁣⁣⁣⁣ Mom & dad snuggle close while the kids run around in circles⁣⁣ Kid(s) in focus with mom & dad out of focus behind them, then sneak attack with tickles Mom (or dad) snuggle your child(den) close & breathe them in⁣⁣ Family all holding hands while walking toward or away from […]

Ventura County Photographer First of all, Ventura County, California is a slice of paradise on the beautiful coast of Southern California! As a couples and family photographer, it’s important for me to find and offer the best locations to my clients. Next, a few of my top photography locations in Ventura County for portrait sessions […]

Have you ever struggled with choosing outfits for your Family’s Photoshoot?  Check out some awesome styling tips below! There is an old-fashioned idea floating around that everyone needs to wear matching clothing. This is NOT true! Coordinating is far better than matching & much more preferred. Choose cohesive colors, but don’t fall into the trap […]

Dad » A son’s first hero, a daughter’s first love. My final session of 2020 was December 13th, with Sean & his adorable little minions at Balboa Park in San Diego, CA. I couldn’t have asked for a better family to spend my evening with. My cheeks hurt from laughing so much. I’m so grateful […]