Limited Edition Mini Sessions in SF Peninsula
Spring Photo Events
Curated Seasonal Themes for Every Stage of Motherhood
If you are chasing the best floral blooms the San Francisco Peninsula has to offer, you are in the right place. Each location is carefully curated and scouted to capture the most vibrant, colorful, and fragrant blooms at their peak for just a few short weeks.
Bay Area Mini Sessions - Spring
Spring at Filoli is about to be at its peak, and it is stunning. Tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, cherry blossoms, magnolias. Every corner feels colorful and alive.
9am Members Only Access: Sessions take place during exclusive 9am Members Only hours on weekends from March through May. The gates have just opened. The light is soft. The gardens are calm. We pretty much have the place to ourselves before the public arrives.
Admission Included: Your immediate family’s admission is fully covered with your session. Adult tickets are normally $45 each, and this is included with your session. No extra tickets. No logistics.
Roses begin to bloom in late spring at the Washington Park Rose Garden in Burlingame, filling the garden paths with soft color and fragrance. Surrounded by lush green lawns, mature shade trees, and seasonal blooms, the park offers a variety of beautiful backdrops within a short walk.
Millbrae Meadows Park offers a wide open setting filled with lush green lawns and tall, mature trees that create beautiful natural shade. The expansive meadow and surrounding tree canopy provide a calm, timeless backdrop for family photos, with plenty of space for kids to move, play, and explore. Within a short walk, the park offers a variety of natural textures and greenery that keep the setting simple, relaxed, and beautifully connected to nature.
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a mini session at Gamble Garden, where the historic two and a half acre property blooms layer by layer in spring, surrounding you with wisteria, cherry blossoms, roses, and tulips in every direction. This garden offers beautiful variety within an easy walkable space, allowing us to move from floral arches to climbing vines to lush greenery in one relaxed session without ever feeling rushed. Each turn feels cohesive and timeless. Romantic, refined, and peaceful, it is a meaningful setting to honor motherhood and document your family in a way that feels natural, heartfelt, and enduring.
“Ellen is absolutely incredible!”
"The photos turned out better than I could have imagined. They were warm, genuine, and full of joy. We’ll treasure these forever and can’t wait to work with her again!"
- Kaitlyn, Burlingame Mom
“Ellen is very professional”
" As a parent, it can be challenging to bring little ones to something that can be so demanding. But Ellen did her research and already had the art direction in her mind, so she was super efficient and knew exactly where to put us."
- Tammy, San Mateo Mom
“Ellen took the photos of my dreams!”
"We highly recommend Ellen to anyone looking for a fun, relaxed, and truly magical photo session. Let her take the lead—she knows exactly what she’s doing."
- Denise, Toddler Mom
"5/5 stars for an amazing experience and stunning family portraits!"
"Ellen was fantastic, instantly building a warm connection with our family that made us all feel very comfortable."
- Janey, Mom of 3
"We can't thank her enough and already look forward to our next shoot!"
"We could not be happier with the experience and results"
- Helen, Mom of 2
"Ellen is a pure talent, creative and sweet soul!"
"Ellen does lifestyle photos and she was able to capture the most raw, real moments. The pictures turned out to be so beautiful."
- SR, Newborn Mom
“Working with Ellen was an absolute joy!”
"Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented, flexible, and genuinely fun photographer for family photography!"
- Brett, Newborn Dad
"Ellen did an amazing job... I will cherish forever!!"
"She had ideas of poses and found great locations in my home where she spotted great lighting for us take photos. "
- Janice, Newborn Mom
"We had such a wonderful and fun experience working with Ellen"
"If you're looking to have some family photos done, look no further than Ellen! You will not be disappointed!"
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