to the beach.

Today, I’m pulling up a session from the archives. It’s one that made me feel so alive and in love with what I do. Interestingly enough, after all these years I discovered some gems that were not ones that previously spoke to me. Funny how things change with time! Anyway, Chrissy and I swapped sessions when my family was visiting Oceanside. She told me she just wanted some pictures with her girls at the beach, one of their favorite places, and beyond that I was given complete creative freedom. They showed up in comfortable clothes that allowed them to play freely, and what resulted was magic. There’s just something special about caring less about how something looks and more about capturing a feeling and relationship.

What does a late afternoon beach trip feel like? I think it’s this, within these photographs. It’s sand everywhere, warm sun playing peek-a-boo through the clouds. It’s chasing seagulls and surf, the laughter bubbling like the waves. And the relationships! It was so sweet to witness these mother-daughter bonds. This was truly a gift for me, and I hope it is for them, too.

PSA—If you’re in the San Diego area and need a photographer, Chrissy is amazing! We met through an online workshop and I’ve loved following her work ever since. A lot of her clients are vacationers like me, so check her out!