Newport Beach, CA & Gilbert, AZ • Sessions by appointment only

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Family Photographer Orange County – First Year Baby Plan

Gilmore Studios is a professional family photographer located in Costa Mesa and Newport Beach, CA.

First off, let us start by saying we have enjoyed watching little Sienna grow up! Mom and Dad signed her up for our 1st year portrait plan so they would be able to enjoy all the little changes, for years to come. Documenting your family is important because your little ones will not only love seeing themselves, but more importantly, it’s how they remember you.

Life goes by fast, TAKE MORE PHOTOS!

If there is one thing we have learned as parents, it’s that it goes by way too fast! The hustle and bustle of our crazy lives causes you to miss booking a session. This is why the first year baby plan is a must! You will be planning that 1st birthday party before you know it.

To summarize, If you don’t make time to photograph these important events, you could end up with a few cell phone photos on your social media account to look back on. For that reason alone, be sure to take more photos!

We have loved documenting this little lady’s milestones! If you would like to view a great example of our first year plan, check out her sessions below.

Maternity Session

Newborn Session

Sitting Up Session

Cake Smash Session

 

Maternity and Newborn Photography Sessions Daily!

Want to see more? Follow our Instagram account dedicated to babies!

About the photographer

Gilmore Studios is a professional portrait photography studio specializing in maternity, newborn, children and family portraits in Orange County, CA. Contact us for more info about booking your studio or on location session in the Southern California area. Brian and Jennifer Gilmore specialize in 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 summer & fall 2018-19 family photography sessions. Family Photographer in Orange County since 2003.

Contact us today to schedule your next family portrait session during your summer vacation in Newport Beach.

Meet the Gilmores:

Gilmore Studios serves Orange County, Los Angeles, and Phoenix. We specialize in wedding photography, family portraits, newborn and branding photography. Our studio has been in business since 2002.

Fun Facts:

PLace we call home:

Newport Beach & Queen Creek

Number of kids:

3 boys

Years in business:

Since 2002

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This baptism session was extra special because we have known the family awhile. The baptism took place in a beautiful church on Balboa Island.
	•	The sacred space adds so much meaning to the portraits.
	•	Including details like the font, stained glass, and family prayer moments makes the photos timeless.
	•	And of course, we always capture family groupings because this day is about legacy as much as it is about your little one.
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A Senior Press Book is the perfect way to print and showcase your senior’s photos and their story.

Filled with your favorite portraits, this custom-designed album becomes a modern-day yearbook — ready for display, signing, or flipping through with family and friends at the party.

Because digital images are great, but printed memories are forever.

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For twin cake smashes, I create one cohesive set that works beautifully for both. We start with family and sibling photos, then photograph the twins together before it is time for cake. Outfit changes are a great way to add variety without switching sets. This way, parents get a gallery that feels polished and cohesive while still showing each child’s personality.
🌈 The Rainbow Luncheon is one of our favorite NCL events to photograph — a celebration of every hour, every project, every moment these senior girls gave back to their community from 7th–12th grade.

It’s more than a luncheon, it’s a legacy.
At two years old, most kids have endless energy, and that’s completely normal. The key is to work with it, not against it. For this Sesame Street birthday session, we kept the backdrop fun and colorful, encouraged play, and let her personality shine. The result? A gallery that feels authentic, joyful, and true to this stage of life.

Pro Tip for Parents:
Choose a theme your child loves. Their excitement helps keep them engaged and gives you photos that capture their personality at this exact age.

Newport Beach, CA & Gilbert, AZ

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