HIGH DESERT, SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Playful Family Photography

Creating Magical Memories in the High Desert

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Photos that make your heart dance

〰️ Photos that make your heart dance

Capture your family’s joy in gorgeous wall art.


Family Sessions

Photos should be treasured,

not forgotten on a hard drive.

Your family deserves an effortless photo session. One that feels fun— not stiff.

Your photos won’t fade away. You’ll hold and see your pictures in your home. This is more than just a photo session—it's your memories—frozen in time.

And let your child wear that silly hat or bring their beloved stuffed toy. The day will come when they won’t want it anymore.

Family Sessions
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Recent Review:

Annette is patient and so fun and easy to work with. Make sure to call Annette ... You’ll have a photographer for life.
— Althea W.
A woman with long dark curly hair, wearing a yellow top, gold hoop earrings, and a large brown flower hair clip, smiling outdoors with blurred trees in the background.

MEET ANNETTE

That’s me! A photographer who thinks your family deserves epic photos! No more wasted time or confusion with where to print or what to do with those files you downloaded. I print everything for you.

Whether you want an extended family session with grandma, three aunts, and the random neighbor, or a gorgeous self-portrait (I see you, Mama)— I’m your gal.

I’m a full-service High Desert Family Photographer who guides you every step of the way, from choosing outfits to hand-delivering your wall art and albums.

And, with me, you take the magic home! No more lost memories.

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Fairytale & Fantasy

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Fairytale & Fantasy *

Is fantasy more your thing? Whimsy and magic, with a touch of eerie, perhaps? This is the perfect option for fantasy seekers, book lovers, and theater kids.

You get to play dress up for the day and be the star of your own show!

It’s just like a regular photo session, except you can wear a crown and cape!

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Steampunk man dressed wearing red jacket and looking at smoke and bubbles. WEaring glasses and a hat. Photo by high desert fantasy family photographer.

High School Seniors

Embrace your teen’s bold, quirky side while they twirl around in their cap and gown! Celebrate them and their accomplishments. High school is hard, and they’ve accomplished something BIG! This is probably the last time you’ll get photos of your teen until their wedding.

We’ll share laughs while adding a little sprinkle of joy to their graduation images. Boring is for school; let’s have some fun celebrating this huge milestone!

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Whimsical Weddings

Don’t go down the hill to find a wedding photographer—Book local right here in the High Desert.

For weddings that are enchanting and playful, I’m your gal. Let’s capture your fairytale and tell your epic love story, together!

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Simple 3-Step Journey

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Consultation Call

It begins with a quick phone call for you to share your hopes and dreams. Who, what, where, why? You will get a feel for me to see if we’re a right fit.

I have product samples to show you, too. You will get a feel for what you will look like when printed.

The Photo Session

Everything will be ready upon your arrival. Arrive relaxed and ready to laugh and have fun. You will be gently guided and posed. Don’t know what to do with your hands? I’ll show you. Your portraits will be a mix of candids and poses. Sessions are fun, and shouldn’t feel stuffy or stressful. It’s YOUR day to shine!

Lightly retouched images will be ready within 2-3 weeks.

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Receive Heriloom Prints & Albums

  • Every session begins with a $150 creation fee for my time and materials. Then, you only invest in what you want. Wall art or albums.

  • Gift Certificates: Need a unique gift idea? Ask for one, or give one as a gift. Visit my Pricing Page here.

  • All portrait Sessions take place in the High Desert in Southern California. On location or in-home studio.

  • Check out the FAQs if you have questions. You can always send me a text if you’d like a quick answer.

Reveal, Order, & Delivery

You’ll choose your favorites and the images you want for wall art, prints, or in an album.

3-4 weeks after that, I’ll hand-deliver your custom art to you.

Sounds easy enough and fun, right?

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