I'm Michelle
Because you shouldn’t have to choose just one moment to remember, this is your way to hold on to the whole story.
Because some moments are meant to be seen as they unfold, movement, emotion, and the beauty of this season, just as it was.
I love when I get to capture special memories of home for clients. When this sweet family reached out to me for a San Diego beach family photography session, mom said she was drawn to the organic, light & airy, natural, and whimsical look in my photos. They now live in Las Vegas where her husband is stationed. They were in San Diego visiting family, and wanted to capture family photos in a place that felt like home.
Luckily I had some last minute availability and we were able to pull the shoot together in only a few days! That is one of the benefits of borrowing from my client wardrobe! A no-stress alternative to choosing your own outfits, my client wardrobe collection is here for you to have a lovely and elegantly curated look for everyone in the family.
Their twin boys are seriously the cutest! They are 15 months old, and I loved watching their playful energy come out throughout the session. These tangible memories that capture their unparalleled sibling bond will always be so special to mom and dad. Seeing their personalities shine through each image creates an experience that becomes tangible when looking back at family photos. Photographing those in between, candid moments creates an organic and natural experience within our session.
I love photographing in natural light because it creates a light and airy, organic feel to your portrait session. I start by directing you into natural movements that lead into an unstaged and candid experience. Life is unpredictable, and full of moments that flow together naturally. I love capturing the in-between moments during our session! Such as the sigh you let out when your baby snuggles into your shoulder. Or, the unexpected kiss you share with your hubby. And, the glimpse your little one gives you behind their shoulder to make sure you’re still near. These little moments define your family, and encompass the uniqueness of who you are.
This dad was loving on his little boys so much! You could really see the special bond the three of them share together. As much as I love to capture motherhood, fatherhood is just as amazing of a bond to photograph. There is something so wonderful about the way a dad loves on his children.
I am so passionate about documenting this season of early childhood for families. I love when dads are in shoots! All of the sweet emotion that parenthood brings is captured within our imagery.
Let’s get you on the books for your own San Diego beach family photography session! Please fill out my contact form including details regarding your vision and desired date. I would love to set up a consultation with you! Let’s plan out the family portrait session you’ve been dreaming of.
Clothing borrowed from client wardrobe collection.
Floral Crown: Kendra’s Floral Design
Film Scans: https://www.thegoodmanfilmlab.co
These photographs become treasures passed through generations. Your children will one day hold these images close, seeing themselves through your loving eyes and discovering the quiet grace that surrounded their earliest days.
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Michelle Popp Photography is a Wilmington NC newborn photographer also specializing in family, maternity, and baby photography serving all of Wilmington, Hampstead, Topsail Beach, Jacksonville, Figure Eight Island, Leland, Surf City, Swansboro, Wrightsville Beach, Ogden, Porters Neck and surrounding areas.
Pure, Organic & Timeless
If this season feels tender, beautiful, or just a little fleeting, it may be His way of inviting you to pause and hold it close. I’d be honored to walk with you.