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San Juan Capistrano Mission Family Portrait

San Juan Capistrano Mission Family Portrait Session

“San Juan Capistrano Mission Family Portrait sessions are always amazing!”

Your kids are never too old for a family portrait. Balancing sports schedules, activities, and kids going off to college can be a challenging task, but that’s why we plan far in advance!

This family waited years to have their session but they finally found the time and made it happen! The San Juan Capistrano Mission is a beautiful location for a family portrait and will be as timeless as the Mission itself.

Book your San Juan Capistrano Mission Family Portrait today! They will be gorgeous and worth the extra time and expense that goes into it.

Photography Session Rules at the Mission

We have put together a list of rules for those of you who would like to have a portrait session at the SJC Mission. There is an extra $75 photography fee that they charge and you must have a reservation. We are registered as a venue photographer and carry the required $1 million liability insurance.

  • Your session will be 1 hour long. Be sure to have outfits, hair and makeup ready prior to your session.
  • Since this is a church, modest clothing is a must! Nothing too skimpy or revealing.
  • Parking can be a challenge on busy days. Be sure to allow extra time for walking a couple blocks, if necessary.
  • The grounds are pretty big and there are beautiful locations everywhere. It’s always best to do a little research on Pinterest and share your favorite spots with us.

About the photographer

Gilmore Studios is a creative team of wedding, maternity, newborn, children and family photographers and videographers in Orange County, CA. Contact us for more info about booking your studio or on location Mission San Juan Capistrano Family Portrait session in the Southern California area. We specialize in studio and natural light photography in Irvine, Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Corona Del Mar, Laguna Beach, Dana Point, and surrounding areas in OC and Los Angeles, CA. Call 949-698-3968 or email us to book your family photography sessions.

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Meet the Gilmores:

Gilmore Studios is a husband and wife team that serves Orange County, Los Angeles, and San Diego areas. We specialize in fine wedding photography, family portraits, and newborn photography. Our studio has been in business since 2002.

Fun Facts:

PLace we call home:

Newport Beach

Number of kids:

3 boys

Years in business:

Since 2002

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