Gift certificate for one family portrait session at one of 10 locations (see below). Includes a free 16x20 print.

The Santa Monica Pier

This world famous pier is sure to enhance your beach photo shoot. Although this might seem like an ideal location, it is usually overcast. Even so, there is nothing that says SoCal like the Pacific Ocean and the Pier.

Venice

Venice is one of our favorite places to shoot: 2 reasons - Ice Cream and Crazy Houses! They have some of the best Gelato in LA. This is awesome because the kids get a treat after the session, but only if they behave for Mr. Photographer Man. There is no color restriction/ building code for houses. This means we have lots of choices for backgrounds and your photo shoot will come out amazing. Occasionally there is the awesome retro car or old bicycle we can use as props too.

The Grove

This outdoor mall is very unique and is an excellent location for your photo shoot. It is quite popular, so it is always crowded. If you are a shy person and don’t like taking pictures in public, maybe this place isn’t for you.

Union Station

Union Station has some great 30′s (I guess it’s 30′s) architecture and 2 big murals.  There is also a fountain that photographs really well.  If you are into trains or want a travel theme we often go up and shoot next to the tracks. Close by is the market on Old Olivera St where the kiddies can get some authentic Mexican candies and snacks (and you could get 4-5 Margaritas, you made it through the shoot with your kids!)

Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)

We meet infront of the light poles. This a very unique and artsy location. The ideal time frame is between when the lights turn on and the sun goes down. Be prepared for a little longer shoot as getting the timing right with the sunset can be tricky.  There are also some cool red doors and some palm trees as well so not ever shot has the lights in it.

Ocean Park

The grass is greener in this park then any other park in the world.  The tree on the corner is a kid favorite and it works as a posing bench for great photos. There are joggers and martial artists that always try to wander into my shots, (FUN).  It is right overlooking the PCH and the ocean and it is conveniently located near the Santa Monica pier.

Rancho Park

It’s a park, a nice park but a park. It has a great old tree some bamboo looking stuff and a cool old wooden wall that looks like the side of a barn (it is really the archery range).  It is really centrally located and easy to get to. Parking is horrible so come early.

Balboa Park

We are only here once per month. This park is lush much of the year and even when the trees are brown the colors are still amazing.  There are also some beautiful stone walls and fences.  And in case you were about to ask, yes, even when the park is crowded there is still a lot of room to shoot.  We end the shoot usually on the slides and swings which kids love and make for some great photos.