Photographing Neva and Shannon and their two daughters in Live Oak was an absolute joy. Neva, an acupuncturist, and Shannon, an EMDR therapist, are two of the coolest people I know, and their session reflected their easygoing, loving energy. We kept things relaxed and fun, letting the girls explore, laugh, and be themselves while capturing natural, heartfelt family moments. Sessions like this are all about connection—documenting the way a family interacts, plays, and enjoys time together without feeling posed or forced. For families in Santa Cruz looking for a photographer who can create a comfortable, joyful experience and capture genuine, lifestyle moments, sessions like this one in Live Oak are perfect for preserving memories that feel real, intimate, and full of love.
