Family portraits.

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why take family photos with the best sacramento portrait studio?

Genuine Connection, Beautifully Captured – Whether in our Sacramento studio, a scenic outdoor location, or a place close to your heart, we create timeless portraits that showcase the love and personality of your family.

Celebrate Every Season of Life – From growing families and sibling bonds to multi-generational moments, our sessions honor the unique milestones and memories that make your story one-of-a-kind.

Stylish, Thoughtful Setups – With access to elegant backdrops, seasonal themes, and curated props, each session is designed to reflect your family’s style—without you lifting a finger.

Studio Comfort or Outdoor Beauty – Enjoy the controlled lighting and ease of an indoor studio, or embrace the natural charm of golden-hour sessions in the great outdoors.

Stress-Free, Fun-Filled Sessions – Our friendly, professional photographers know how to keep things relaxed and enjoyable so everyone—yes, even toddlers and teens—has a great time.

Portraits You’ll Treasure Forever – More than just photos, these are memories frozen in time—ready to be framed, shared, and passed down for generations.

A family of four standing outdoors in a park with trees in the background, smiling at the camera. The mother wears a pink dress, the father a gray shirt, the daughter a light pink dress, and the son a blue vest and checkered shirt.
Group of four people standing outdoors in front of cactus and succulent plants, smiling.
A woman and a young boy smiling and face touching, outdoors with cactus plants in the background.
A woman and young girl playing in a park with fallen autumn leaves, the woman wearing a navy blue dress and brown boots, holding the girl's hand as they walk among the colorful trees.
Black and white photo of two women and two children lying on the ground outdoors, smiling and looking up at the camera.
Family of four sitting on a white blanket in a golden field during sunset, smiling and enjoying quality time.
A woman and a young boy are playing and laughing together outdoors in a green, wooded area, with sunlight filtering through the trees.
A man holding a young girl in a park, with blossoming trees and greenery in the background, seen through flowering branches.
A happy family of four standing outdoors in a wooded area during autumn, with the father carrying a young girl on his shoulders, the mother holding a baby girl, and smiling at the camera.
A family of three walking through a park covered in fallen autumn leaves, with large trees and a sunny sky in the background.
Family group photo outdoors on a rocky trail, with trees and large rocks in the background, including children, adults, and a dog.
A man and a young boy running outdoors on a fall day, surrounded by trees with orange and yellow leaves.
A family of three holding hands and walking on a wooden bridge in a wooded area during daylight. The woman has long dark hair and is wearing a white floral dress. The man has short dark hair and glasses, dressed in a blue shirt and khaki shorts. The
A family of three, a man, woman, and young boy, standing in a golden field at sunset, with the man lifting the boy in the air while the woman looks on happily.
Family of four smiling and standing close together in a vineyard during fall with green and orange foliage in the background.
Two children, a boy and a girl, both kissing a lying dog outdoors during autumn, with colorful fall leaves in the background.
A family of three, a man, a woman, and a young boy, smiling and joyfully playing outdoors in front of a house with green foliage around the entrance. The boy is being lifted and kissed on the cheek by the woman, while the man holds a camera.
A young boy with light brown hair and blue eyes stands with his hands in his pockets, smiling in front of two women leaning against a red brick wall.
A happy family of three standing outdoors on a paved path surrounded by trees during autumn, smiling at the camera.
A family of six standing outdoors on a paved pathway, surrounded by green foliage and trees, with a winery in the background. The family includes two young girls, two women, one man, and one older girl, all smiling and holding hands.
Family of three smiling outdoors, sitting on a stone wall with grass and stone steps in the background. The man has a beard and wears a blue shirt; the woman has dark hair and wears a pink floral dress; the boy has short hair and wears a light green
Family of three in a lush garden with flowering bushes, smiling and hugging.
A family of three enjoying a moment in a lavender field during sunset. The father, with a dark skin tone, is holding a young boy on his shoulder, both smiling and looking at each other. The mother, with a light skin tone, is standing beside them, tou
A smiling African American man hugging a young child with curly hair, in a lavender field during daytime.
An elderly woman and a young boy sitting on a tricycle outdoors in a grassy field with lavender plants, with the woman helping the boy onto the seat as they smile at the camera.
A family of four, including two young boys and their parents, smiling and posing outdoors in a park with fall foliage in the background.
A man holding a young girl in his arms outdoors during sunset, with trees in the background. The man is kissing the girl on her cheek, and they both appear happy and affectionate.
A family of three smiling and embracing on an autumn day with colorful fall trees in the background.
A woman with two young boys outdoors in a park, all smiling and laughing, with trees and a wooden fence in the background.
A smiling family of five holding hands, standing outdoors in a park with trees and stone steps, during autumn.
Family of four posing outdoors near a wooden fence, with trees and a park in the background, smiling at the camera.
A family of three standing outdoors on a fall day, surrounded by yellow and green autumn trees, with yellow leaves on the ground. The woman wears a black dress and beige boots, the man wears a beige plaid shirt and black pants, and the young girl, he
A young girl with light brown hair in pigtails running in a park during autumn, with trees and fallen leaves in the background.
Two children, a girl and a boy, walking through a park on a fall day. The girl is holding a Christmas wreath with a large bow, smiling, with trees in fall colors in the background.
A family of three holding hands and smiling walking on a sidewalk in a park during sunset.
A woman with three young children sitting on her lap outdoors, surrounded by greenery and trees.
Two young boys in plaid shirts and rubber boots smiling and playing outdoors on green grass with trees in the background.
A happy family of four smiling outside in a park with trees and greenery in the background.
A family of four standing on a park pathway surrounded by green trees, smiling at the camera.
Family of five walking together outdoors in a park during autumn, surrounded by colorful fall trees and foliage.
A family, including a man, woman, and child, enjoying a walk in a lush botanical garden during late afternoon or early evening. The man is holding the child up high while the woman looks on happily, surrounded by various green plants and trees with s
A smiling family of four outdoors in a garden, with the father and mother holding their young children, surrounded by green plants and autumn-colored trees in the background.
Young girl walking in a park during sunset, smiling, with a woman in the background.
A father lifts his young son into the air in a park with autumn trees in the background, both smiling joyfully.
A happy family of three enjoying time outdoors in a park during autumn. The father is holding their young son on his shoulders, and the mother is standing close, smiling and touching the father's arm. The ground is covered with fallen leaves, and tre
A family of four, including two young children, walking and playing in a park during autumn, with trees and fallen leaves in the background.
Family of five, three young girls and a man and woman, standing outdoors on a grassy field with rolling hills in the background. The girls are wearing red dresses, and the adults are dressed casually. The family is smiling at the camera.
Two young girls in pastel-colored dresses playing and holding hands on a sandy beach near the ocean.
A woman and two young girls sitting on a beach, with the woman smiling and the girls pointing at something off-camera.
Two boys standing at the shoreline holding hands near the ocean, with waves crashing on the sand and clouds in the sky.
A woman in a red dress holding hands with two young boys as they play on the beach near the ocean, with the Golden Gate Bridge visible in the background.
A happy family of five sitting on a navy blue sofa in front of a brick wall, smiling for a photo.
A happy family of three, a man, a woman, and a young girl, enjoying a joyful moment together indoors against a brick wall. The girl, wearing a black headband with a bow and a pink dress, is being held by the woman. The man is smiling with his eyes cl
Family of four sitting and lying on a fluffy white rug in a bright room with windows, smiling at the camera.
A man standing with two children, a boy on his left and a girl on his right, all smiling and wearing casual clothes in a studio setting.
A family of five standing against a plain white wall, with a father holding a young boy, a mother holding hands with a young girl in a pink dress, and all members smiling.
Group of five people posing in front of a brick wall, with two sitting on a fluffy white rug and a wooden box, and three standing behind them, all smiling.
Black and white photo of a smiling family of five, including a mother, father, and three young children, all sitting close together and looking happy.
A multigenerational Asian family of ten posing together indoors, smiling, with a backdrop of curtains and brick wall.
Family portrait with six members, three women, two men, and a teenage boy, smiling against a brick wall background. The man and woman are seated, while the others stand behind them.
A woman and a boy sharing a happy moment together, with the woman standing and the boy sitting on a stool. They are smiling and looking at each other, embracing in a warm hug. The woman is wearing a blue sweater, beige skirt, and brown boots, while t
A woman with three girls and a boy sitting on a blue tufted couch in a well-lit room with large windows.
A woman and a girl with curly hair smiling and embracing each other against a plain background.
Family photo of seven people sitting on a blue sofa in a room with large windows. Five females and two males, all smiling and dressed in semi-formal or casual clothing.
Multigenerational Asian family posing indoors for a photo, with some members sitting on a stool and others standing, near large windows with autumn leaves outside.
A woman with blonde and brown hair leaning on a man with a bald head, both smiling, posing in front of a grey curtain.
A family of four, two adults and two children, happily playing outdoors on a paved area with green trees in the background. They are dressed in red and black plaid and red clothing, and they are smiling and holding hands.
A happy family of four, consisting of a mother, father, and two children, sitting on a couch in a photo studio with a backdrop of curtains and a brick wall, smiling at the camera.
A family of four standing in front of bright pink bougainvillea flowers and two wooden barrels, smiling at the camera during daytime.
A woman with shoulder-length blonde hair and two boys smiling, one hugging the woman and the other standing beside her, all against a neutral beige background.
Family portrait in a bright room with white walls, windows, and natural light. Thirteen people, including children, adults, and elderly, along with a dog, are gathered around a vintage sofa. Some are sitting, some standing, and some holding children.
A smiling baby in a red shirt being held by a woman, with a man smiling at them, outdoors with greenery in the background.
A black and white photo of a family of four sitting together against a brick wall. The father is on the left with a beard and striped shirt. The young girl with curly hair is in the middle behind her mother. The mother has long dark hair, and their i
A woman holding a girl upside down on a sofa in front of a brick wall.

packages

  • Studio

    $100 session fee for up to 90 minutes

    Digital and Print Packages sold separately

    Full investment ranges from $599 - $2350

  • Outdoor/In-home

    Sessions start at $750 for one hour

    All images included

    Additional time available

  • Minis

    $275, 8 images included

    Offered on fixed dates, seasonally

    Additional images available for purchase

Contact Us
A family of four, dressed in red and black plaid and red clothing, walking and playing outside on a sunny day, smiling and holding hands.

use our indoor/ outdoor Studio

We can accommodate groups up to 20 people in our studio or our courtyard.

What others are saying

“Leslie has been taking our families pictures for 15 years and she is the best of the best! We would never go to anyone else and there is a reason we trust her above anyone else. Everything she does is magic!”

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Three adults and a child standing on concrete stairs, with only the lower halves of their bodies visible.
A woman with long dark hair and a girl with curly light brown hair pose together against a plain white background. The woman wears a white shirt and the girl wears a black and white striped sweater. They smile at the camera.
A woman sits on the grass in a park with two young boys, all smiling and enjoying each other's company during a sunny day with trees and a wooden fence in the background.

prefer outdoor only? check out our favorite spots.

favorite outdoor portrait locations
Living room with a light gray sofa, colorful pillows, a wooden coffee table with books and a small plant, a potted plant on the side, and family photos on the white brick wall.

Memory artwork.

Book a full session for a $200 credit for use toward your album or custom framed artwork. Make a design appointment within 30 days after your gallery release to use your credit.

preview our custom artwork selection

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