Photos for Whimsical Families
Playful photography for people who want to ditch the stress and just have fun.
HIGH DESERT + SURROUNDING AREAS IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Don’t worry about your kids sitting still or smiling on command.
I photograph real laughs and the beautiful chaos of family life.
Now Booking for June and July
Family Sessions
You don’t need to have fancy outfits or a perfect life.
You just need to show up.
And, I’ll take care of the rest.
Bring your kids, yourself, and grandma, with hearts filled with love for each other.
Right here in the High Desert. No need to drive down the hill.
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.
OMG Annette!! They came out perfectly! Thank you so, so much! Lucy absolutely loves them all!
-Nick D.
MEET ANNETTE
That’s me! A photographer who wants to give you a fun, playful experience — from start to finish.
Family photos shouldn’t feel stressful or awkward.
My sessions are:
Laid-back, but not boring
Filled with laughter
Kid-friendly
Guided, but never forced. I follow your kids’ lead
I’ll gently pose you so nothing feels stiff — and your kids can be exactly who they are. Big or little.
Maternity
Are you expecting a set of tiny toes? Congratulations mama! Now, it’s time to celebrate you and your magical body. You’re growing a human!
You can play dress up for the day and be the star of the show! When the baby comes, you’ll forget all about the miracle of life growing inside you, so it’s a must to pamper yourself with portraits.
It’s a little different than a regular photo session, and you get to show off that beautiful baby belly!
Question: When is the best time to take maternity portraits?
Answer: 30-34 weeks. Yes, it’s a tight timeline. This ensures you have a belly to show off in your photos. And, you’re not so big, it’s uncomfortable to stand, kneel, squat, etc. I have a page full of information, read it here. Keep in mind, everyone’s body is different, and babies show up sooner or later during pregnancy.
GRADUATES
Embrace your teen’s bold, quirky side while they twirl around in their cap and gown! Celebrate them.
High school and college are tough, and they’ve accomplished something BIG! This is also the last time you’ll get photos of them until their wedding.
Yep, let that sink in.
We’ll share laughs while adding a little sprinkle of magic to their graduation images. Boring is for school; let’s have fun with this milestone!
Business & Branding
You didn’t build your business overnight, and a generic photo simply won’t do. You need options! A business portrait (aka headshot) is something you need, yes. But images of you in your creative space, your tools, client connection, and more really help to tell your story.
You can choose between a one-and-done branding session or a subscription-style service. Please book a call so we can discuss what you really want and need. Branding is a whole other beast.
Simple 3-Step Journey
Schedule a Call
1. Consultation
We’ll start with a quick 20 min phone call for you to share the who, what, where, and why. Tell me why you want photos and what you want to do with them.
You can get to know me and see if we’re a good fit.
I’ll share everything I offer, and if you want, we can also meet in person.
Portrait Session
2. The Big Day
We’ll meet up for your session, which will take place on location, in my studio, or at your home.
You should feel relaxed, but excited, and ready to laugh and have fun. Your portraits will be a mix of candids and light poses. Nothing stuffy or stressful here.
I’ll edit and lightly retouch your images, and they will be ready in 2-3 weeks.
Prints & Albums
3. Reveal and Order appointment & Delivery
We’ll meet in person for your photo reveal. You decide which ones you want as wall art, prints, or in an album at this ordering appointment.
3-4 weeks after that, I’ll hand-deliver your custom artwork.
Sounds easy enough and fun, right?
Sessions begin with a 150 booking fee.
Artwork starts at 493. You can view my Pricing Page here. I create custom collections for each client.
Portraits take place in the High Desert in Southern California. On location, your home, or my studio.
Check out the FAQs page if you have questions. You can always send me a text if you’d like a quick answer.
Question: Do you do weddings? I found you on Pinterest from a whimsical wedding pin.
Answer: Yes, I love photographing weddings. However… I’m a portrait photographer. If the right bride comes along and asks me to photograph her wedding, I say yes. You can read more about wedding info by clicking the button above.