Newport Beach, CA & Gilbert, AZ • Sessions by appointment only
Southern California & Arizona
Orange County ● Maricopa County
Check here for upcoming Mini Sessions and Special Edition Sessions at Gilmore Studios! Mini Sessions are a great way to keep your holidays documented at a great discount. These sessions are very popular and often sell out.
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These are sold on a “first-come, first-served” basis. Payment must be made in order to reserve your session.
Spots Limited
Mommy and Me
CLASSIC - $295
Includes 3 high resolution images of your choice
LUXE - $595
Includes ALL images & 5x7 Acrylic Block
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Halloween Mini Session
FREE for any client that has booked
a session with us in 2025!
includes:
Spots Limited
Family Mini Session
includes:
Locations all in Orange County
Spots Limited
Santa Claus Mini Session
Includes a 10-minute experience with Santa to read a favorite book, check the nice list, have a cookie and tell him what you want for Christmas.
*Digitals and prints additional to the sitting fee.
CLASSIC
Includes 4 Digital Images of your choice. Typical gallery includes 20-30 images to choose from.
ALL INCLUSIVE
Includes ALL Digitals - typical gallery includes 30+ images.
SESSION FEE ONLY to reserve spot
Option to purchase "Magical Edit" on either package for additional fee
Spots Limited
Xmas Without Santa Mini Sessions
Date: TBD 2025
includes:
CLASSIC
Includes 3 high resolution images of your choice
LUXE
Includes ALL images & 5x7 Acrylic Block
Spots Limited
Senior Graduation Mini
includes:
CLASSIC
Includes 3 high resolution images of your choice
LUXE
Includes ALL images PLUS
25 - 5x7 Grad Cards or Thank You Cards
Spots Limited
Easter Bunny Mini Session
CLASSIC
Includes 3 high resolution images of your choice
LUXE
Includes ALL images & 5x7 Acrylic Block
Ever photograph big events with hundreds of attendees? Here’s how I captured the energy and excitement without missing a beat!
>Start with wide crowd shots to set the scene
>Stay mobile and anticipate where the action will be
>Switch to prime lens for intimate, candid moments
The goal is to balance wide, sweeping shots with detailed, intimate moments that reflect the event’s energy! 🎉
#NCL100 #EventPhotography #GilmoreStudios
How do you capture the perfect cake smash moment without missing the messy magic? Here’s a quick tip: Get down to the baby’s eye level! It makes the photos feel more personal and captures those adorable reactions up close! 🎂💞
#CakeSmashPhotography #PinkCarnivalTheme #GilmoreStudios
Photographing a massive event with tons of guests? Here’s how I made sure to capture every moment at the NCL 100th Anniversary:
1. Position yourself strategically to cover multiple angles.
2. Focus on storytelling shots— think candid reactions and group interactions.
3. Keep your gear light and mobile for quick movement!
Big events can feel overwhelming, but with the right approach, you can document every detail while staying organized! 📸🤍
#EventPhotography #NCL100 #GilmoreStudios
Cake smash tip for photographers: Embrace the mess! 🎉🍰 The best shots often come when things get a little chaotic. Don’t be afraid to let the little one dig in, smear frosting, or even topple the cake. Capture the laughter, the sticky fingers, and those priceless reactions – that’s where the magic happens! #CakeSmashPhotography #MessyMemories #photographertips
#DonutGrowUp #CakeSmashSession #GilmoreStudios
Photographing senior boys? Here’s a tip: Keep it casual and let their personality shine! 💪🏼✨ Instead of stiff poses, encourage movement and natural gestures – whether it’s leaning against a wall, sitting on steps, or hands in pockets. Giving them something to do helps them feel more comfortable and confident in front of the camera! #SeniorBoyPhotography #PhotographerTips #authenticposes
#SeniorPortrait #GilmoreStudios