Simple Sophistication

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

Family Portrait Beach Session – Corona Del Mar

11.22.18

Family Portrait Beach Session – Newport Beach

We had a lovely family portrait beach session with this cute little family! Little Corona Beach has been our most requested location for holiday portrait sessions this year. We are always sure to get perfect lighting and a beautiful California beach setting. We highly suggest staying away from this beach on weekends. Not only are there more people enjoying the beach, but you’ll also find a hundred photographers! If you are visiting Orange County on vacation, we can help direct your next family portrait beach session. There are plenty of beaches with no crowds at all!

Family Portrait Outfit Planning

This family did a nice job color coordinating their outfits! We are always happy to assist in planning your outfits. This can be the most stressful part for a mom- trust me, I know! If you get stuck, drop us an email with some quick photos of your outfits. The final result will be a happy mom and a beautifully dressed family.

Need some inspiration?

You can visit our family photography board on Pinterest if you need some ideas for your next family portrait session. There are over 650 images to look through! Have a board you want to share? We would love to check it out! You can also view our recent family sessions on Instagram.

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER

Gilmore Studios photography team specializing in maternity, newborn, children, family , and wedding 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 fall and winter family photography sessions at the beach. Orange County Family Photographers since 2003.

Call us to schedule your next Family Portrait Beach Session!

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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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PLace we call home:

Newport Beach & Queen Creek

Number of kids:

3 boys

Years in business:

Since 2002

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When planning twin sessions, I recommend choosing a theme that works for both. Simple and timeless designs photograph beautifully. For these brothers, we created a custom backdrop with balloons and large ONE letters so they could share the stage but still have space to shine individually.

Tip: Jeans or coordinated outfits help tie the look together without making it too matchy matchy.

Planning a twin birthday Let’s make it memorable

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When planning twin sessions, I recommend choosing a theme that works for both. Simple and timeless designs photograph beautifully. For these brothers, we created a custom backdrop with balloons and large ONE letters so they could share the stage but still have space to shine individually.

Tip: Jeans or coordinated outfits help tie the look together without making it too matchy matchy.

Planning a twin birthday Let’s make it memorable

We photographed this sweet newborn in December, and it’s a question I get all the time: When should we book our newborn session?
• The ideal window is within the first few weeks so your baby is extra sleepy and curled up.
• But don’t stress if you miss that. Sessions can be beautiful at any stage.
• I’ll guide you through family photos, sibling shots (if needed), and solo portraits so every detail of this season is remembered.

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We photographed this sweet newborn in December, and it’s a question I get all the time: When should we book our newborn session?
• The ideal window is within the first few weeks so your baby is extra sleepy and curled up.
• But don’t stress if you miss that. Sessions can be beautiful at any stage.
• I’ll guide you through family photos, sibling shots (if needed), and solo portraits so every detail of this season is remembered.

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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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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🎓 Want a graduation party keepsake that’s actually personal?
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.

#PrintYourPhotos #SeniorPressBook #GraduationPartyIdeas #Classof2025 #SeniorKeepsake #GilmoreStudios #SeniorPhotographerNewportBeach #HighSchoolGraduationIdeas #SeniorPortraitInspo #OCPhotographer

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.

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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.

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Newport Beach, CA & Gilbert, AZ

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