HIGH DESERT, SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Photos for Real Families

Warm, playful photography for families who want moments that feel like them

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Photos that make your heart dance

〰️ Photos that make your heart dance

If you’re worried your kids won’t sit still or smile on command, you’re in the right place. I photograph real connection, laughter, and the beautiful chaos of family life.


mom, dad, son holding. onto each other laughing outside in the rocks for a family photo session in apple valley by family photographer Annette Marie.

Family Sessions

You don’t need to have the perfect outfits, perfect kids, or a spotless life.

You just need to show up.

And, I’ll take care of the rest.

That’s What She Said:

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 wants to give you a relaxed, easy experience — from start to finish.

Family photos shouldn’t feel stressful or awkward.
My sessions are:

  • Laid-back

  • Playful

  • Kid-friendly

  • Guided, but never forced

I’ll gently guide you so nothing feels stiff — and your kids can be exactly who they are.

Maternity

pregnany woman holding her belly and wearing jeans and a lacy top whilte holding flowers and wearing rings. phelan family photographer.

Are you expecting a pair of tiny toes? Congratulations mama! Now, it’s time to celebrate you and your changing body.

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.

It’s just like a family photo session, except you get to show off that beautiful baby belly!

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!

Simple 3-Step Journey

Schedule a Free Call

1. Consultation Call

We’ll start with a quick phone call for you to share the who, what, where, and why. You can get a feel for me to see if we’re a right fit.

Capturing The Moments

2. Photo Day

Arrive relaxed and ready to laugh. You aren’t supposed to know what to do with your hands; that’s my job. Your portraits will be a mix of candids and some light poses. Sessions won’t feel stuffy or stressful.

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

Heriloom Prints & Albums

  • Each session begins with a $150 creation fee for time and materials.

  • Gifts: Want to receive the gift of a family session? Ask for a Gift Certificate.

  • 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.

3. Reveal, Order, & Delivery

You pick your favorite images and decide which ones you want as wall art, prints, and in your album.

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

Sounds easy enough and fun, right?

Black and white photo of a pregnant woman with fairy wings holding her belly and looking down, with text overlaid that reads "Magical Maternity Photo Session".