fall mini photo sessions Bay Area
Beautiful family photos in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy Bay Area families.
Choose the location that feels most like your family
Every Mini Session includes:
- 15 minute session
- 5 edited digital images
- Fully guided photography
- Beautiful seasonal Bay Area locations
- Online gallery delivered within 2 weeks to choose your favorite images
Simply choose your favorite location and reserve your spot.
San Francisco Bay Area Fall Mini Sessions
The pampas grass is at its most beautiful in late summer and early fall, creating a warm, natural backdrop for family photos.
Good to know
- Free street parking
- About a 10 minute walk the photo location
- Not stroller friendly
- Children should be ready to walk or be carried
- Pets welcome
We'll photograph among shady tree groves and open meadows, where soft light filters through the branches to create a beautiful backdrop for natural, relaxed family photos. Kids love exploring the trails and wide open spaces, making this a wonderful location for families with young children.
Good to Know
- Free street parking
- About a 10 minute walk to the photo location
- Stroller friendly trails and pathways
- Children can comfortably walk the entire session
- Pets welcome on leash
We'll photograph beneath the towering redwood trees, where soft filtered light creates a beautiful backdrop for natural, relaxed family photos. Kids love exploring the trails, and the grove feels like a hidden forest right here in the Bay Area.
Good to Know
- Free street parking
- About a 10 minute walk to the photo location
- Stroller friendly boardwalk and trails
- Children can comfortably walk the entire session
- Pets welcome on leash
We'll photograph along the bluff overlooking the ocean, where waves crash below and the evening light creates a stunning backdrop for family photos. It's a beautiful choice for families who love the coast and don't mind a little adventure.
Good to know
- Free street parking
- About a 5 minute walk to the photo location
- Not stroller friendly
- Children should be ready to walk or be carried
- Wind and layers are common along the coast
We'll photograph among colorful gardens, tree-lined pathways, and the historic estate grounds, creating a timeless backdrop for natural, relaxed family photos. The intimate setting feels tucked away from the busy world and is perfect for families looking for a classic garden experience.
Good to Know
- Free street parking nearby
- About a 5 minute walk to the photo location
- Stroller friendly pathways
- Children can comfortably walk the entire session
- Pets welcome on leash
We'll photograph among blooming lavender, roses, and lush greenery, creating a timeless backdrop for natural, relaxed family photos. The charming garden pathways and open spaces make this an easy and enjoyable location for families with young children.
Good to Know
- Free street parking and two parking lots nearby
- About a 5 to 10 minute walk to the photo location
- Stroller friendly pathways
- Children can comfortably walk the entire session
- Pets welcome on leash
We'll photograph in the wide meadow surrounded by trees and gentle hills, where the late afternoon light creates a warm, natural backdrop for family photos. The open space makes it easy for little ones to move, explore, and simply be themselves.
Good to Know
- Free parking adjacent to the park
- About a 5 minute walk to the photo location
- Stroller friendly pathways
- Children can comfortably walk the entire session
- Playground nearby for little ones
- Pets welcome
Many Mini Sessions are offered only once each year and often fill quickly.
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It was so much easier than we expected.
"She made the scheduling, logistics, and session super easy and fun for my family of five."
- Regina F., San Mateo Mom of 3
"She was so patient with my four year old son who is a tornado."
- Tammy, San Mateo Mom
Your kids are in good hands.
Relaxed does not mean directionless.
"She gave clear directions so the poses came out looking natural."
- Zaneta, San Mateo Dog Mom
She knew exactly what she was doing.
"I completely trusted Ellen with the location, timing, and outfits, and I'm so glad I did."
- Denise, Millbrae Toddler Mom
She finds beauty in the everyday.
"She found the most photogenic spots in our neighborhood park and somehow made it feel like a secret garden."
- Helen, San Francisco Mom of 2
Ellen made us feel completely at ease.
"The entire session felt natural and fun, never forced or awkward."
- Helen, SF Mom
She captured us just being ourselves.
"Nothing felt stiff or overly posed. She took so much pressure off."
- JW, Burlingame Mom of 2
Organized from beginning to end.
"She provided outfit recommendations, selected the perfect location, and answered every question."
- Kaitlyn S., Burlingame Mom of 2
Want More Flexibility?
Mini Sessions are designed around specific dates, locations, and back-to-back scheduling.
- A different date
- A custom location
- More time
- Additional family members
- Greater image variety
Together, we'll choose the location, timing, and experience that fits your family best, so you never have to squeeze your family into someone else's schedule.
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