Pleasant Hill Family Photographer | Capturing the Moments You’ll Want to Remember

I know how it goes—life is always busy. It’s easy to say, We’ll book a session next year or Maybe when things settle down. But the truth is: life doesn’t slow down, and your family is changing whether you document it or not. One day, you’re carrying your child on your hip, and the next, they’re off chasing their own adventures. As a Pleasant Hill family photographer, I want to help you hold onto these moments—the way their tiny hand still fits in yours, the belly laughs that fill the air, and the love that makes your family yours.

Smiling woman and baby in cozy clothing, surrounded by greenery. Baby wears a brown sweater and plaid shirt, evoking warmth and joy.

Man holding a smiling baby in a forest, with sunlight filtering through the trees. The man wears a plaid shirt; the baby is in a brown sweater.

The Perfect Time? It’s Right Now

Waiting for the perfect time? I promise, it doesn’t exist. Life keeps moving, and your kids won’t stay this little forever. But the good news? These sessions aren’t about perfection. They’re about showing up as you are and capturing the quiet snuggles and playful giggles. The moments that make up your days now will be the ones you want to relive later.

That’s why I make the experience stress-free from start to finish. I'll help with all the details, so you are well-prepared, and on session day, all you have to do is show up and enjoy time with your family.

Dad lifts smiling baby in a forest at sunset. Warm light filters through tall trees, creating a joyful, serene atmosphere.

Smiling couple holding a baby in a forest. The woman wears white lace; the man wears a plaid shirt. Warm, joyful mood with natural backdrop.

More Than Just Pictures on the Wall

Family photos aren’t just about filling frames or updating your holiday cards. They’re about capturing this season of life—the way your child’s personality is shining through, the tiny hands reaching for yours, the laughter that echoes through your home. These are the moments you’ll want to hold onto forever.

Yes, we’ll take a few classic portraits, but the ones you’ll cherish most? They’ll be the ones that make you feel something—the ones that freeze time in the most heartfelt way and bring you right back to this chapter of your story.

Smiling baby in a brown sweater and jeans, held in a leafy outdoor setting. Soft light and vibrant greenery create a warm, joyful mood.

Smiling family in forest; woman with headband holds baby who touches her nose, man watches. Warm colors, joyful mood.

Hi, I'm Denise—Your Pleasant Hill Family Photographer, Storyteller & Memory Keeper

I believe family photography is about more than just taking pictures—it’s about capturing the heart of your story. The way you look at each other, the tiny everyday moments, the love that fills your life. I’ll gently guide you into natural moments, but the real magic happens in the in-between—the unplanned laughs, the way your child instinctively reaches for your hand, the glances filled with love.

Let’s create something real, something timeless, something that truly reflects you.

Smiling woman in a white dress holding a baby in a brown sweater outdoors. Green trees in the background create a warm, joyful scene.

A couple smiles at their baby in a sunlit forest. The mother wears white; the father has glasses. The baby is in a tan sweater and jeans.

Don’t Let Another Year Slip By

If booking a session has been on your mind, now is the time to do it. You’ll never regret having these moments captured, but you might regret letting another year pass without them.

Let’s make it happen! Book your family session today.