Simple Sophistication

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

Simple Sophistication

Family Portrait Photography – Orange County, CA

Family Portrait Photography at the Back Bay in Newport Beach

The Newport Beach Back Bay is one of our favorite family portrait locations in Orange County. Many of our clients come to Newport Beach for vacation. They insist on going to the beach for their family portrait photography session. For those wanting a natural California nature look and feel, we always recommend the Back Bay.

This family lived next door to this area for almost 10 years. They chose this location for their family portrait photography because they will be moving out of state soon. They wanted to visit one more time since they loved coming here so much. They have tons of memories with their children exploring the trails and riding bikes together!

 

Interesting facts about the Back Bay in Newport Beach

The back bay has over 750 acres and offers miles of nature hiking trails, bike paths, and is home to over 200 species of birds and other wildlife. The Back Bay Loop is used by runners, bikers, and you can even see people riding horses on some days. Indians lived in this area 2,000 years ago and the earliest humans lived here as far back as 9,000 years ago!

In the late 1800’s, the bay was used to transport lumber to the port. The Irvine family purchased the land in 1864 and a salt factory operated from the 1930’s until it was destroyed by a flood in the 1960’s. Some wanted the bay to be used for water sports and recreation, but after years of lawsuits the bay would eventually be protected from ever being developed.

Today the Back Bay is a ecological reserve where over 200 endangered species live.

About the photographer

Gilmore Studios is a husband and wife team 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 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 2017  family photography sessions.

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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.

Fun Facts:

PLace we call home:

Newport Beach & Queen Creek

Number of kids:

3 boys

Years in business:

Since 2002

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My camera just told me it’s feeling a little needy… and it wants to see YOU! 😜
But, fall is my busiest season, and right now I have limited availability / my calendar is booking up FAST! 
If you’ve been thinking about booking, this is your gentle nudge to (click the link in my bio, DM me, comment FALL below)
🍂 Golden leaves?
🎄 Holiday card photos?
📸 Just because you haven’t been in a photo together since 2019?
Whatever the reason, let’s make it happen.
DM me or click the link in bio to grab your spot before they’re gone!

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My camera just told me it’s feeling a little needy… and it wants to see YOU! 😜 But, fall is my busiest season, and right now I have limited availability / my calendar is booking up FAST!  If you’ve been thinking about booking, this is your gentle nudge to (click the link in my bio, DM me, comment FALL below) 🍂 Golden leaves? 🎄 Holiday card photos? 📸 Just because you haven’t been in a photo together since 2019? Whatever the reason, let’s make it happen. DM me or click the link in bio to grab your spot before they’re gone!

This mama wanted something natural and timeless at the beach, and sunset gave her exactly that.

If you are planning maternity photos, think about sunrise or sunset. Those times of day truly make a difference in how relaxed and beautiful your images feel.

Send me a message to chat about the best timing for your maternity session.

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This mama wanted something natural and timeless at the beach, and sunset gave her exactly that. If you are planning maternity photos, think about sunrise or sunset. Those times of day truly make a difference in how relaxed and beautiful your images feel. Send me a message to chat about the best timing for your maternity session.

This year’s mini sessions are in the studio on our clean white backdrop. It’s timeless, classic, and the perfect blank canvas to let your family’s personality shine.

Last year we photographed this family, and they brought so much fun energy into their session. Proof that even on a simple backdrop, your joy and connection make the photos unique.

If you’ve been waiting for updated portraits, this is the easiest (and most fun!) way to do it

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This year’s mini sessions are in the studio on our clean white backdrop. It’s timeless, classic, and the perfect blank canvas to let your family’s personality shine. Last year we photographed this family, and they brought so much fun energy into their session. Proof that even on a simple backdrop, your joy and connection make the photos unique. If you’ve been waiting for updated portraits, this is the easiest (and most fun!) way to do it

When it’s 115° by midday, sunrise is your best friend. For this session, we met at sunrise to photograph an 18-year-old heading out on his LDS mission.
• The light is softer and golden…perfect for portraits.
• The heat hasn’t set in yet, so you’re more comfortable.
• And bonus: fewer crowds at popular locations.

If you’re planning a summer session in Arizona, sunrise is the way to go!

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When it’s 115° by midday, sunrise is your best friend. For this session, we met at sunrise to photograph an 18-year-old heading out on his LDS mission. • The light is softer and golden…perfect for portraits. • The heat hasn’t set in yet, so you’re more comfortable. • And bonus: fewer crowds at popular locations. If you’re planning a summer session in Arizona, sunrise is the way to go!

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

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