Simple Sophistication
Newport Beach, CA & Gilbert, AZ • Sessions by appointment only
Southern California & Arizona
Orange County ● Los Angeles ● phoenix ● Scottsdale
Gilmore Studios works with many groups including National Charity League, Assistance League, and Las Ninas (Las Madrecitas) for Debutante Ball event portraits. We will organize all the family and group portraits as well as cover the actual event. We include digital images and can create gorgeous leather photo albums. We also photograph other events for these organizations like fashion shows, father/daughter tributes, tea/rose ceremonies, and Rainbow Luncheons. We organize and photograph numerous debutante portrait sessions in our private 1/2 acre garden in Newport Beach every year. The garden has a large synthetic turf area perfect for keeping those white dresses clean! We can also come to you for your group portraits if Newport is too far.
Are you struggling to find great photos to post on social media for your business? Is it stressful to figure out what to post each week? Gilmore Studios will spend a few hours with you to document numerous different lifestyle looks, locations, details, scenery and more so that your instagram can be filled without you having to think about it for the next 30-90 days.
Our Red Carpet Event photograph is perfect for adding a little extra pizazz to your celebration. We can bring one of our backdrops or we can set up at your personalized step and repeat that you provide. Professional lighting and photographer included. All images will be available on an online gallery for guests to download their images. A great way to get guests involved at your event and to remember this fun occasion.
Corporate/Commercial sessions are a great option if you need to document a seminar, photograph your establishment, or just simply to update your website. We will connect with you prior to the day to talk about what your end goal is in regards to the photographs. All images will be uploaded online and a private link will be sent to you to download the high-resolution images. From business workshops to specialty schools, this option is great for any kind of business looking to freshen up their images.
We are proud to have photographed numerous March for Babies charity walks for the March of Dimes organization in Newport Beach, CA. Gilmore Studios volunteers our time for Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep (N.I.L.M.D.T.S), an amazing charity group that helps families who lose their newborn babies at Hoag Hospital.
Gilmore Studios works with National Charity League, Assistance League, and Las Ninas (Las Madrecitas) for Debutante Ball event portraits. We will organize all the family and group portraits on location and create gorgeous leather photo albums for the families. We also photograph other events for these organizations like fashion shows, father/daughter tributes, Tea/rose ceremonies, and Rainbow Luncheons. We organize and photograph hundreds of debutante portrait sessions in our private 1/2 acre garden in Newport Beach every year. The garden has a large synthetic turf area perfect for keeping those white dresses clean!
From celebrity golf tournaments at the country club, to awards banquets at the California Club in Los Angeles, we are always ready to document your next special event.
You’ve booked your senior session. You’re excited. And then… the panic sets in. What do I wear?
I always recommend:
One casual or flowy look - a dress, a relaxed outfit, something you feel easy and comfortable in
One slightly elevated look - still natural, but a little more styled
That gives us variety without making the session feel rushed or stressful. More outfits don’t equal better photos. Two intentional choices are always more than enough.
Absolutely… and honestly, I love when they do.
Some of the sweetest moments happen before the cake even comes out, when siblings are laughing, helping, (or trying to sneak a bite early 😅).
It turns a birthday session into something even more meaningful… capturing their relationship right now, not just the milestone.
And those are the photos parents end up loving the most 🤍 shout out for a throwback to this session 💕
The secret to an stress-free session?
Choosing the right location.
This family had a party right after, so we kept everything simple and close. No extra driving, no rushing… just time together.
And it made all the difference.
If you’re planning family photos, I’ll help you choose a location that actually works for your day.
Send me a message and let’s plan it.
Three things every parent should know before sending their child on a mission.
First… this season is full of lasts.
But it’s also the beginning of a whole new life of firsts for them.
Second… saying goodbye at the airport is hard.
You prepare for it, you know it’s the right thing… but you still miss them more than you expect.
And suddenly, everything reminds you of them.
And third… P-days become the day you look forward to the most.
That one day a week when you get to hear their voice, read their messages, and feel connected again.
• Save this if you’re in this season 🤍
OR
• Send this to a parent preparing for a mission
It’s a big transition… for them and for you. #missionarymom #missionary #ldsmission
Turn your body slightly instead of facing the camera straight on.
Shift your weight to one leg, relax your shoulders, and bring your heads a little closer together.
Small adjustments like this make your photos feel more natural immediately.
Comment POSE if you want more simple tips.
Newport Beach, CA & Gilbert, AZ
Session by appointment only
