I'm an outdoor natural light family, maternity, and vacation lifestyle photographer and videographer. My newborn sessions take place mostly in-home. I have a passion for documenting genuine moments as they unfold, providing gentle guidance when needed.

People describe my work as joyful, organic, and authentic. By combining elements of traditional, documentary, and lifestyle photography, I aim to create heartfelt images that you can cherish for a lifetime. Your family becomes a work of art through my lens. I provide a generous selection of images for you to display as artwork in your home or preserve in a luxurious custom album, becoming an investment in your family's history. These photographs often tell a story, capturing precious moments in time.

I don't strive for perfection, stiffness, or forced poses. Instead, I focus on capturing your love and connection. While I may take some shots where everyone is looking and smiling, my priority is to ensure your genuine love and connection shine through.

Of course! Styling for your session is very important and can completely change the look of your photographs. We can discuss your options at the time of booking. I also have a client wardrobe available upon request.

Check out my blog post for more information- tristintracyphotography.com/blog/what-to-wear-to-your-family-photo-session-santa-barbara-family-photographer/

You don't! In fact, if they get to be a little naughty, that will probably get us some genuine smiles and laughter! Allow your children to be themselves and try not to scold them for anything during our time together.

I wrote a whole blog post about why I want your kids to misbehave during our session. Please read it and take it to heart...

https://www.tristintracyphotography.com/blog/why-i-want-your-kids-to-misbehave-during-your-family-photo-session-santa-barbara-family-photographer/

I like to photograph newborns within the first few weeks (5-15 days) of life but I'm flexible. I think babies are perfect just the way they are and I am happy to do a newborn session at any age. That being said, they do change and grow very quickly in the first months of life. I recommend trying to get the shoot scheduled before the baby is three months old, just to capture that newborn sweetness.

I am happy to photograph you at any stage of your pregnancy, but typically maternity sessions take place anytime after 30 weeks gestation.

Photographs grow in value over time and become family treasures. I know the importance of archiving and saving digital images. I offer one simple, all-inclusive collection where you receive all the high-resolution digital files delivered via direct download and a print release. A minimum of 75 digital files will be available to you (but usually there are more!), in both color and black & white. I also include a complimentary, predesigned luxury album from your session. You will also have the option to buy additional prints and boutique products.

Your high-resolution digital images from our session will be presented in a private online gallery for viewing, downloading, and sharing. The gallery will be available within 3 weeks after our session date.

I carefully look at each and every image I capture from our session and hand-select the best photographs. I am looking for images that represent me as an artist and your family. I guarantee a minimum of 75 images, but there are usually many more included. Lucky you!

You can, but you don't have to. Your images are available for download and can be printed anywhere of your choosing.

I shoot with my Canon EOS R5 body and I typically use my Canon RS 28-70mm f/2 lens.

My pricing is simple and all-inclusive. You pay one price for ALL of the digital files. The total cost is $1250 for newborn or family sessions, and $625 for my "tandem" maternity session (only available when booking with a newborn session). A 50% deposit is due when booking to secure your session date.

I am so glad you asked! You can e-mail me directly at tristin.tracy@gmail.com or via the contact page.

I don’t alter the way you look other than skin blemishes or anything temporary that would not normally be there (bruise, scrape, acne etc unless you’d like me to keep it the photos). If you’re self conscious about something, please let me know as I’ll be sure to be extra aware of that while I’m posing you.