Simple Sophistication

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

Simple Sophistication

Family Photographers – Orange County, CA

Orange County Family Photographers – Balboa Island Reunion

This sweet family planned their family reunion in Newport Beach, CA. Since everyone would be together for the first time in years, they started searching for family photographers to document their Orange County vacation. They ended up finding Gilmore Studios online after viewing this family reunion session. They wanted to have a quick portrait session in front of their beach house on Balboa Island. We coordinated a time that would work for everyone and met up at the beach house for some quick wardrobe advice.

Top 5 things to do in Newport Beach

  1. Walk down to Sugar ‘n Spice or Dad’s Donut & Bakery shop for a tasty Balboa Bar or frozen chocolate banana. (a local favorite)
  2. Check out this list of great restaurants on Balboa Island (all within walking distance) and pick out a few to try while you are here.
  3. Take a walk on the boardwalk and make your way to the Balboa Island Ferry for a short trip to Balboa Fun Zone. (only $1)
  4. While at the Balboa Fun Zone, take a 5 minute walk over to the Balboa Pier to watch the sunset while sipping a malt from Ruby’s Diner.
  5. Take a cruise in the harbor or take off to Catalina Island on the Flyer.

About the photographer

Gilmore Studios is a studio and photography team 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 family photography sessions at the beach. Balboa Island Family Photographers.

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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.

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Newport Beach & Queen Creek

Number of kids:

3 boys

Years in business:

Since 2002

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Two years old looks very different than one, and that is exactly why it matters.

By age two, their personality is fully showing up. The expressions, the movement, the little quirks that disappear before you even realize it. These sessions are less about props and more about capturing who they are becoming. Let us know if you want to book a studio session today 💕

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Two years old looks very different than one, and that is exactly why it matters. By age two, their personality is fully showing up. The expressions, the movement, the little quirks that disappear before you even realize it. These sessions are less about props and more about capturing who they are becoming. Let us know if you want to book a studio session today 💕

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This family has six boys, and one was about to leave for Finland on his mission. They scheduled this session a few weeks before he left, knowing how important it was to have everyone together in one place before such a big change.

These are the photos that hold so much weight later on. Not because everything is perfect, but because everyone is there. If you are heading into a season of transition, this is your reminder to pause and document it.

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How do you prepare to say goodbye for two years? This family has six boys, and one was about to leave for Finland on his mission. They scheduled this session a few weeks before he left, knowing how important it was to have everyone together in one place before such a big change. These are the photos that hold so much weight later on. Not because everything is perfect, but because everyone is there. If you are heading into a season of transition, this is your reminder to pause and document it.

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Have you documented this stage yet? Sitting up sessions are one of my favorites. We started with family, then slowed things down and focused on baby’s expressions and personality. Simple backgrounds, no distractions, just this moment in time.

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Have you ever noticed how the most meaningful moments don’t need much at all? The power was out in the church during this baptism, which made everything feel quieter and more intentional. Just family, faith, and a moment that truly mattered. Sometimes simplicity has a way of stripping things back to what is most important.

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This family showed up in red, brought the energy, and leaned fully into the fun. The funny poses, the laughs, and the personalities are exactly what made this session feel so them. These are the photos you smile at every time you walk by them.

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Who says Christmas photos have to be serious? This family showed up in red, brought the energy, and leaned fully into the fun. The funny poses, the laughs, and the personalities are exactly what made this session feel so them. These are the photos you smile at every time you walk by them.

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