Simple Sophistication

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

Mommy and me portrait session – Orange County

02.25.19

Mommy & Me Portrait Session – Costa Mesa Photography Studio

Mommy and me portrait sessions are the best! You may recognize this little girl since she was our Valentine’s Day mini session model. Her mama just so happens to be my hair stylist/best friend as well. I have documented almost all of their family milestones over the years (and I love it!)

If you’re a mom, you really should consider a mommy and me portrait session for your child’s next birthday. It’s a wonderful way to remember these precious years with your children as they grow up. If I could get a redo, I would love to have these moments with my kids hanging on my wall.

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER

Gilmore Studios is a family owned and operated maternity, newborn, children and family photography studio 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 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, LA, and San Diego, CA.

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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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Plan A:
* Get Married
* Have 6 Children
* Be a Stay at Home Mom
Plan B:
* Had 6 pregnancies and 3 healthy amazing boys
* Full Time Photographer / Studio Owner
* Have the BEST of both worlds!

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Plan A:
* Get Married
* Have 6 Children
* Be a Stay at Home Mom
Plan B:
* Had 6 pregnancies and 3 healthy amazing boys
* Full Time Photographer / Studio Owner
* Have the BEST of both worlds!

There will always be a reason to wait.
Wait until you’re sleeping again.
Wait until you “feel like yourself.”
Wait until the baby phase doesn’t feel so overwhelming.
Wait for the busy season to pass.
Wait until the kids are older.
Wait until life feels a little less… messy.
But what if this is the season you’ll miss the most one day?
The chaos. The connection. The tiny moments that feel ordinary now — but won’t stay that way forever.
Photos aren’t just about milestone moments. They’re about freezing time when it feels like it’s flying.
Stop waiting. Start remembering.

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There will always be a reason to wait.
Wait until you’re sleeping again.
Wait until you “feel like yourself.”
Wait until the baby phase doesn’t feel so overwhelming.
Wait for the busy season to pass.
Wait until the kids are older.
Wait until life feels a little less… messy.
But what if this is the season you’ll miss the most one day?
The chaos. The connection. The tiny moments that feel ordinary now — but won’t stay that way forever.
Photos aren’t just about milestone moments. They’re about freezing time when it feels like it’s flying.
Stop waiting. Start remembering.

Sometimes I look at this messy little corner of my world — memory cards everywhere, caffeine on standby, sticky notes galore — and think:
Wow. Remember when I wished for this?
The booked calendar.
The amazing dream clients.
The late nights doing something I love.
Past me would be so proud!
Big thank you to all my clients who have been a part of building this dream with me!

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Sometimes I look at this messy little corner of my world — memory cards everywhere, caffeine on standby, sticky notes galore — and think:
Wow. Remember when I wished for this?
The booked calendar.
The amazing dream clients.
The late nights doing something I love.
Past me would be so proud!
Big thank you to all my clients who have been a part of building this dream with me!

🏙️✨ Family sessions aren’t just about the photos—they’re about capturing this moment in time. The way he looks up at you, the way you all laugh together, and how these days—though busy—are the ones you’ll miss most. 💕
This urban location gave us the perfect backdrop for this sweet family, but let’s be real—the love and connection between them is what truly shines.
Time’s flying, and before you know it, he’ll be double digits 😱. So don’t wait—let’s capture these moments now, before they’re just a memory.
💭 What’s one thing you never want to forget about your family right now? Let’s hear it in the comments! ⬇️🖤

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🏙️✨ Family sessions aren’t just about the photos—they’re about capturing this moment in time. The way he looks up at you, the way you all laugh together, and how these days—though busy—are the ones you’ll miss most. 💕
This urban location gave us the perfect backdrop for this sweet family, but let’s be real—the love and connection between them is what truly shines.
Time’s flying, and before you know it, he’ll be double digits 😱. So don’t wait—let’s capture these moments now, before they’re just a memory.
💭 What’s one thing you never want to forget about your family right now? Let’s hear it in the comments! ⬇️🖤

🌊🌞 Senior year. The last chapter before they step into the big, wide world. It feels like just yesterday they were learning to tie their shoes, and now here they are—ready to take on whatever comes next. 💕

💭 If your senior could give their younger self one piece of advice, what do you think it would be? 🩵

#SeniorSession #GilmoreStudios #seniorportraits #senior #classof2025

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🌊🌞 Senior year. The last chapter before they step into the big, wide world. It feels like just yesterday they were learning to tie their shoes, and now here they are—ready to take on whatever comes next. 💕

💭 If your senior could give their younger self one piece of advice, what do you think it would be? 🩵

#SeniorSession #GilmoreStudios #seniorportraits #senior #classof2025

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Newport Beach, CA & Gilbert, AZ

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