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family snuggling in bed early in morning with dog.

Family Films

What is a Day in the Life session?

Have you ever wished you had a time machine to magically transport you back to a moment to relive from your childhood? I would give almost anything to revisit and re-feel what a day in my life looked like when I was little. To see how I moved and sounded. To see how my parents […]

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mother and father kissing young daughter

Family Photos

Patiently Waiting

I’ve been channeling some positive juju to this family as they patiently wait to welcome their newest addition. I remember playing all these wild scenarios while waiting for my daughter to come along. Will it be like the movies? Will my water break and gush in the most public of places? Will I be able […]

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Mom, dad, and daughter, being snuggly in the bed together.

Family Films

A Day in the Life Film for the G Family – San Francisco

The most rewarding thing about what I do is the connections I make with my client-families. It’s humbling to witness these intimate spaces. But sometimes, my heart gets so sentimental and protective about the work we created together that I feel it’s too special to share. That’s how I felt about this video, but this […]

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a family dressed up as bananas dancing at a family session in alameda

Family Films

Favorite Moments of 2021

As I reflect on 2021, I can’t help but think about all the families I created with, and my heart is full. I care so deeply for them and about this work. Documenting their family stories and crafting meaningful experiences and art for them is a true honor. Some of my favorite memories: It was […]

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brothers walking lovingly in the Morcom Rose Garden

Family Photos

Mini Sessions at the Morcom Rose Garden

Mini Sessions. They’re not for me … unless it’s for charity. For this session, 100% of proceeds were evenly split between two non-profits, CARE India and Palestine Children’s Relief Fund. It sold out in a record-breaking time of two days after I announced it. I’m so grateful for the compassionate hearts of my client-families. We […]

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