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  Extended Family Sessions are always a fun and interesting shoot!  This type of session keeps me on my toes because I have to think about a wide range of poses and make sure everyone is engaged. The Engaling clan was the largest family I photographed this year with 17 family members.  What an honor […]

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Extended Family Session

Extended Family Session | Engaling Family | Golden R Ranch, Stockton CA

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  It is family session time for the Grizzle family!  Melissa wanted family photos she could display around the house all year round and also capture some of the fall vibes of the season. West 12 Ranch https://www.west12ranch.com/was an easy recommendation since we could achieve both in this Lodi, CA venue. A Family Session with […]

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Families

Fall Family Session | Grizzle Family | West 12 Ranch Lodi CA

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Lissa is a dear family friend so when she asked me to do a family session at her home, it was a no-brainer yes! This backyard family session was extra special because all the kids were home. They were also celebrating a birthday! Lissa’s mom was turning 84 and I was only too happy to document her at-home party too.

Mom and Dad seated with kids standing during a backyard family session with Gia Chong Photography at Stockton, CA

Families

Backyard Family Session | Yao Family | Stockton CA

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Maternity Session at Lodi Lake Park in Lodi, CA. The parents used several props during their session with Gia Chong Photography, Lodi Photographer

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Couples

Maternity Session | Isaac and Taly | Lodi CA