Santa Barbara Photography Blog


Welcome to the blog. Here you’ll find family, maternity, and proposal sessions photographed throughout Santa Barbara, along with helpful guides to locations, what to wear, albums, and how to prepare. My goal is to make the process simple and answer your questions before you even have to ask.

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Overhead view of a rustic wooden table with Mediterranean dishes including paella, hummus, roasted asparagus, and fresh salads.

The Best Private Chefs in Santa Barbara for Families Staying in Vacation Rentals

Extended Family, Santa Barbara Recommendations
A mother and her two children laughing and playing together on green grass in a sunlit park with tropical trees.

How to Take Better Photos of Mom and the Kids This Mother’s Day

Santa Barbara Recommendations, Family
White wildflowers bloom in the foreground with a sailboat on a calm ocean under a misty sky.

My Favorite Santa Barbara Proposal Vendors & Photo Session Ideas

Proposal, Family, Couples, Santa Barbara Recommendations
A family jumps together while posing against a bright yellow and gray graffiti wall background.

Best Family-Friendly Restaurants in Santa Ynez Valley

Santa Barbara Recommendations, Family
A cozy farmhouse kitchen features navy cabinets, floating wood shelves, and a parent holding a baby against white subway tile.

Five Family-Favorite Recipes That We Always Come Back To

Santa Barbara Recommendations
A couple embraces on a scenic beach at sunset with cloudy skies and shoreline in the background.

Santa Barbara Couples Activities: Fun & Romantic Things to Do

Couples, Santa Barbara Recommendations
Family walking together on a beach at sunset wearing coordinated white outfits.

The Ultimate Kid-Friendly Guide to Santa Barbara: Restaurants, Beaches, Playgrounds, Museums, and More

Santa Barbara Recommendations, Family
Serene beach landscape with palm trees and cloudy purple sunset sky.

A Mom's Guide to Relaxing Daycations in Santa Barbara: Your Oasis Awaits

Santa Barbara Recommendations
Colorful tropical cocktails and drinks arranged on restaurant table.

Kid Friendly Restaurants in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Recommendations
Family of three with 2 dogs walking together at Hammonds Beach while on their Santa Barbara vacation

Feeling like a sneaky get-away to Santa Barbara??? | Vacation Photographer

Santa Barbara Recommendations, Family, Couples
Family of four standing together Santa Barbara family vacation on the beach

5 Fun Activities on Your Santa Barbara Family Vacation

Santa Barbara Recommendations
Family silhouettes walking hand in hand on beach at sunset.

Making the Most of Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Recommendations, Family, Couples
Large group celebrating on beach with casual attire and natural lighting.

Four Ways to Spend Time With Your Extended Family this Holiday Season in Santa Barbara | Family Photographer

Extended Family, Santa Barbara Recommendations
Family walking through grass during golden hour with sun flare in background.

5 Things To Do During Your Family Holiday Vacation in Santa Barbara | Family Photographer

Santa Barbara Recommendations, Family
Family enjoying a picnic on coastal cliff overlooking ocean on a blanket during cloudy day.

Best Vacation Stops in Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara Photographer

Santa Barbara Recommendations
Three people standing on dramatic rocky outcrop during sunset.

Best Locations for Santa Barbara Family Photoshoots

Best Locations, Family, Maternity, Santa Barbara Recommendations
Man proposing to woman at Miramar Beach in Montecito and a photographer captures the surprise

Santa Barbara’s Best Proposal Locations | Santa Barbara Proposal Photographer

Proposal, Best Locations, Santa Barbara Recommendations
Family shares laughter while sitting together on dried grass at sunset.

What to Expect After Your Family Session | Santa Barbara Family Photographer

Family, Extended Family, Maternity, Santa Barbara Recommendations
A family shares an intimate moment together during sunset in a natural outdoor setting.

Your Holiday Non-Gift Gift Guide | Santa Barbara Family Photographer

Family, Santa Barbara Recommendations
A lone figure running along a hilltop trail with mountains in the distance.

5 Hikes in Santa Barbara Perfect for Families with kids

Family, Best Locations, Santa Barbara Recommendations
Best locations for Santa Barbara Lifestyle Photographer Family, Newborn, Maternity photography

Best Locations for Family Photography in Santa Barbara

Family, Best Locations, Santa Barbara Recommendations