Tulip Color Crafts branding shoot

This recent branding photoshoot for Tulip Color Crafts perfectly captured the magical spirit of childhood, blending branding and lifestyle photography into a vibrant, joy-filled story.

As an Orange County photographer, my goal is always to create imagery that feels authentic, elevated, and full of life for any brand I work with. This session brought all of that and more.

Set against a backdrop of soft florals and natural textures designed by Beijos Events, the children were invited to create, and express themselves freely and be generally be as silly as they wanted! With hands busy crafting and imaginations running wild, every moment unfolded organically. No stiff poses, no forced smiles—just genuine laughter, quiet concentration, and those fleeting in-between moments that tell the most beautiful stories.

The natural light played a huge role in bringing this session to life. Soft, glowing sunshine filtered through the outdoor setting, illuminating every detail—from the gorgeous florals by Earth and Grace Co. and colorful set by Sweet Salvage Rentals, to the little hands at work painting and glueing anything they could get their hands on! The result? Bright and joyous images that feel both timeless and full of energy.

This is what I love most about being a branding and lifestyle photographer: creating space for real moments to happen. Whether you’re building a brand or simply wanting to capture your family in an authentic way, these sessions are designed to feel fun, relaxed, and meaningful.

Branding sessions like this go beyond traditional portraits. They tell a story—your story. They showcase personality, connection, and emotion in a way that resonates deeply and visually. For creative brands, especially those centered around children, family, or education, this kind of imagery creates an inviting, relatable presence.

If you’re looking for a professional, fun, and candid approach to photography—one that embraces natural light, movement, and real connection—you’re in the right place. As a Costa Mesa photographer serving all of Orange County, I’m here to help you create something beautiful, bright, and full of life.

Let’s tell your story in a way that feels as joyful as it truly is.

Newborn session with a sweet big brother!

This is a fun filled newborn baby portrait session that included an adoring big brother who was all about the kisses and cuddles… until he wasn’t!

An in-home newborn and family lifestyle session is all about preserving those fleeting, beautifully ordinary moments—just as they are. Unlike posed studio portraits, lifestyle sessions unfold naturally in the spaces where your family feels most comfortable.

For this session we focused on the more classic family portraits at the start of the session while big brother was still warming up to me. When he needed a little break I focused on pictures of baby brother by himself , then moved on to more candid lifestyle family portraits.

I find letting toddlers guide the way during a family portrait session is the best. Toddlers don’t have to sit still. In fact, the magic often happens in between—big sibling giggles, a gentle forehead kiss, the puppy dog style flop to the ground.

The newborn stage passes in the blink of an eye. An at-home lifestyle session allows you to slow down, soak it in, and hold onto the feeling of these first days—long after the sleepless nights have faded into memory.

Newborn session on the sand at Newport Beach, Orange County

I’ll never get over how lucky we are in Orange County to be able to shoot on the beach all year round! This was a nice change to the usual newborn session at home. Not every Mama is ready for this adventure but I'm so glad this family was!

Unlike traditional posed studio sessions, lifestyle newborn photography focuses on connection and storytelling leaving room for the silly moments that inevitably comes along with working with young kids. Whether we’re at your home or at a beautiful Orange County beach at sunset, I try my hardest to make your session relaxed and baby-led. If baby needs to be fed we can pause or I can focus on older siblings running around and being their usual energetic selves!

I understand how to use the environment to create soft, flattering images without harsh flash or heavy props. These sessions are ideal for families who want their photos to feel natural, warm, and timeless.

A family portrait session at the beach bursting with joy!

These girls bounce up to me each time ready to go at every session! For people watching us I’m sure it looks like chaos but we always get the most genuine smiles and sweetest moments captured!

I specialize in natural light, lifestyle photography that highlights authentic connection — especially during beautiful beach sessions. Families with young children, especially energetic little girls, thrive in outdoor sessions. The beach provides space to explore while I gently guide you into flattering, natural poses that feel effortless and sometimes unstructured and completely hilarious.

We’re so lucky to have so many beautiful beaches to choose from in Orange County and it’s definitely one of my favorite places to photograph families.

Fairy Princess Party

So many gorgeous colors and details at this kids birthday party! Lia was turning 5 and her Mama decided this was the time to go all out with a party as fun for the kiddos as it was for the adults!

Wheeler Neverland Party!

This was one incredibly special party for 3 lucky siblings all celebrating their birthdays together with one big bash which was definitely as fun for the adults as it was for the kids!

No detail was left behind by Beijos Events and their talented group of vendors who all brought the magic. Everything from bounce houses, craft stations, reptiles, mermaid make overs, a visit from Tinker Bell and Captain Hook as well as multiple bars serving specialty cocktails for the big kids.

Vendors:  Design & Planning @beijosevents / Mama & Host @shanelwheeler_ / Photographer @alisonbernier / Second Shooter @teresaannphoto_ / Venue @newportbeachcc / Videographer @atlasrosestudios / Rentals @sweetsalvagerentals / Florals @notjustinnovels / Backdrops @goldiecrewcreative / Balloons @the.pop.shopllc @balloonworks_ / Arts & Crafts @createandcelebratekids / Signage & Details Design @chelceacreative / Laser Cut Items @creativeamme / DJ @adm_entertainment / Desserts @danielle_keene / Black Bounce House & Ball Pit @totsoffunn / Pink Bounce House & Bubble House @whatsbouncing / Soft Play @ohbabycosoftplay / Indian Camp Tent @wondertentparties / Cotton Candy & Churro Carts @thecloudcartco / Characters @theentertainmentcontractor @sheroesentertainment / Reptile Show @kidsreptileparties / Mermaids @once_upon_an_island 

A very special session at a very magical beach!

So much twirling, running, giggling, jumping and flying… it was almost impossible to edit this one down to 32 pictures! The joy just beams out of the photos!

An in home session with a leaf blower and a pup!

We packed a lot into this hour long session! The beauty of being at home for your photos is that you can let the kids take the lead. When these kiddos started getting antsy we headed out for a walk with the dog and then came back in for a little musical concert in the kitchen!

A mini portrait session at the park.

I’ve been photographing the Moy family since big brother was a squishy little bub barely able to sit on his own. After years of photo sessions including a maternity, newborn, parties and an extended family session including grandparents, I look forward to their sessions the same way I look forward to catching up with old friends. I say it all the time but one of my favorite things about this job is watching kids grow up!