Do we have to go to a beach?

No! If you aren't a family full of beach-lovers, there are wonderful places in local parks where we can create your family's portraits. For newborns, We recommend the park because the wind, sand, unpredictable conditions, and harsh direct light at the beach aren't newborn-friendly. Another benefit of a park setting is that the session time can be during the mid-day hours, starting at 11 or noon instead of morning. We can schedule your session around your children's "happy time" because the lush trees and shade of a park soften the harsh mid-day sunlight.

Why are weekday sessions in the morning?

Morning light is beautiful! The beaches and parks aren't crowded, and parking is easy. But the most important reason is because every weekday afternoon, when school is over, Carey transforms back into MOM and is entirely focused on her kids.

Do you photograph weddings?

No, however, we really enjoy creating beautiful portraits for couples. There are excellent photographers in San Diego who provide phenomenal wedding-day photography full of emotion, love, and timelessness. We have photographed weddings in the past, and even though the resulting photographs thrilled the couples, we feel that Barefoot Memories excels with families, children and couples in a more private setting, so we're keeping our direct focus on private families & couples sessions.

Do you travel outside of San Diego for Southern California photo sessions?

In order to have the most time possible with our family, we do not schedule photo sessions in areas that require a long drive. Sessions can occur as far South as Imperial Beach and as far North as La Jolla.