Simple Sophistication

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

Simple Sophistication

Huntington Beach Engagement Photos

Downtown Huntington Beach engagement photography

Downtown Main Street has it all when it comes to beautiful photography backgrounds for your Huntington Beach engagement session. You can always find parking and there are plenty of fine drinking establishments to help get the edge off before the session! So you might be thinking, another engagement session at the beach… Yawn… But I will say this, there aren’t too many beaches that can offer what Main St. has to offer. Just take a look at restaurant selection in HB alone! You got yourselves ready for photos, hair and makeup is done- why wouldn’t you grab a bite to eat after your photos?

Vintage buildings, walls, and textures

The original HB pier opened in 1914 so you can only imagine how many historic buildings are surrounding Main Street. We love to meet with our engaged couples in front of Jack’s Surfboards and then walk the back alleys in search of vintage architecture, brick walls, and anything with vibrant color! After we have wandered around the streets (out of the wind for your engagement photos) next, we will head down to the sand for some photos with the pier.

Surf, Sand, and Romantic Sunsets

After some fun urban photos, we will take you down to the sand. The vast coastlines of Huntington Beach are unlike any other local beach in Orange County. We love the clean white concrete look of the HB pier. Whether we are under it, or a hundred yards away, the pier makes a perfect backdrop.  Mix in a gorgeous sunset and you will have already forgotten the earlier photos with the perfect hair and old buildings!

About the photographers

Gilmore Studios is a husband and wife wedding photography team and also photograph hundreds of maternity, newborn, children and family sessions 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 wedding and engagement photography in Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Laguna Beach, Dana Point, and surrounding areas in OC and Los Angeles, CA. 

Call 949-698-3968 or email us to book your summer and fall 2017-18 engagement photography & weddings.

 

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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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🌼 Two looks good on her 🌼

This birthday session was all about spring. Yellow, white, and fresh greenery made the sweetest backdrop for celebrating this little girl turning two.

And one of my favorite parts? Mom and Dad joined in. Parents often think these sessions are just about the child, but being in the photos matters too. Years from now, she’ll look back and see not only her birthday joy but also the love surrounding her. 💛

#BirthdayPhotography #TwoYearOldSession #GilmoreStudios #FamilyPhotographyOC #NewportBeachPhotographer #MilestonePhotography #ParentAndChildPhotos #SpringBirthdayPhotos #YellowThemePhotoshoot

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🌼 Two looks good on her 🌼 This birthday session was all about spring. Yellow, white, and fresh greenery made the sweetest backdrop for celebrating this little girl turning two. And one of my favorite parts? Mom and Dad joined in. Parents often think these sessions are just about the child, but being in the photos matters too. Years from now, she’ll look back and see not only her birthday joy but also the love surrounding her. 💛 #BirthdayPhotography #TwoYearOldSession #GilmoreStudios #FamilyPhotographyOC #NewportBeachPhotographer #MilestonePhotography #ParentAndChildPhotos #SpringBirthdayPhotos #YellowThemePhotoshoot

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!

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