Carlsbad Family Photographer
Your beautiful life as art.
There’s no such thing as a perfect photo, but there is such a thing as a perfect memory—the kind that takes you right back to the way it felt in that moment. When you look at your Carlsbad family photos, I want you to see the way your child reaches for you, the quiet love in their eyes, the joy in their laughter—not fixate on a stray hair or a wrinkle in your shirt. These are the moments that matter, the ones that tell your story exactly as it is—beautiful, real, and full of love.
-Tiffany C.
“Having family photos done with Alison was the most effortless, none stressful, fun, easy going, comfortable photoshoot. Her vision and the way she executed it captured emotion, movement, candid interaction, artistic depth drew me to tears. I literally cried when I saw them!
Photo Philosophies
Connection
Each new thread of love for your children, spouse, and yourself creates a beautiful life filled with purpose and joy—connections worthy of photographing.
You are art
Family may not seem like the perfect subject for an art piece, but I promise you it is. The quiet gestures, the laughter, the way love lingers in a touch—all of it deserve
Magic in the imperfect
I don’t chase perfection—I chase truth. The way your child’s hand rests in yours, the way your partner looks at you when you’re not looking, the fleeting moments of tenderness and deep presence. Real life is the masterpiece.
Full Carlsbad Family Photo Galleries
6 Steps To New Carlsbad Family Photos In Your Hands
1. Personal WelcomWhen you reach out, I respond in kind—with a personal video message. A small introduction, a glimpse into what it means to create together.
2. Booking & IntentionsTo begin, a $200 session fee reserves your date. You’ll receive a Welcome Guide and a short survey—an opportunity to share what matters most to you.
3. Preparing TogetherIn the weeks leading up to your session, we’ll talk through location, wardrobe, and any thoughts on your mind. Every detail considered, so you feel present when the time comes.
6. Something TangiblePhotographs are meant to be held. Whether you choose prints, albums, or framed pieces for your walls, I’ll help you bring them into your home in a way that feels right.
4. The SessionWe meet. We create. Time slows. Whether it’s an afternoon or a fleeting moment, what we capture will hold weight beyond the day itself.
5. The RevealThree weeks later, your images arrive in a slideshow. Watch it when the house is quiet, when you can sit with what was made.
FAQs
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Honestly most aren’t and that is okay. What is most important is that there is good light and a clean, non cluttered space to work with. If you’d like to send me a video of your home before you book to make sure it will work, that would be great. But honestly, most houses are fantastic for in home sessions.
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So many reasons! Here are just a few. Kids have access to their snacks, toys, and a potty if needed. You don’t have to load kids into a car and worry if they melt down or fall asleep. (You also don’t have to drag Dad into the car too;) ) I come to you and don’t we all love when things are just delivered to us (hello Doordash, Amazon, and Instacart). You home is where you feel most comfortable. It is private and unique to you. Need I go on?
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That depends on your home just a little. If the majority of your large windows are facing East then the late morning. If the windows face West the early afternoon. If you are worried that your home is too dark for an in-home session, please contact me and I can help figure it out.
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In-home sessions are so breezy and casual, so your outfits can have the feel too. My first big recommendation is NO SHOES. If we have some worries about not cute feet, socks without any logos on them are great. Kids can go shirtless, mom can wear a dress or pants, dad in shorts, whatever goes. I offer outfit help to all my clients, so there isn’t any need to stress.
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Absolutely! Not just toddlers are hard to wrangle when out in public. Teens can bee too. Plus, teens don’t get enough recognition in front of the camera. Photographing them in their rooms, playing video games, making cookies, or whatever else your teen is into is worth documenting to have and hold onto after they move away. Okay, I’m not going to tear up. Deep breaths.
Investment
Family sessions begin at $950 and include pre-session planning, wardrobe guidance, travel to in home or outdoor location of your choice a three-week turnaround, and all edited images delivered as high-resolution downloads with full printing and sharing rights.
With eight years of experience and many families photographed, I offer more than just beautiful images—I create an experience that is seamless, thoughtful, and deeply meaningful from start to finish.
Tips for Successful Carslbad Family Photos
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5 Reasons Why You Should Have Family Pictures taken in your home
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I’m Here to Help
If you have questions or concerns, I’m here to ease them. My goal with every session is to remove the stress that often comes with getting family photos taken. This should be an experience you enjoy, not a task to check off. From our first email to the moment you hold your images in your hands, I’ll be here to ensure the process feels seamless and natural. Reach out below, and let’s create something meaningful together.
Alison Hatch is an award-winning, published photographer in North County, San Diego, and Southern Orange County. She offers an artistic, romantic, feminine celebrated photo experience for clients who want to document the most important connections in their lives—those to self, spouse, and child.
Alison serves North County San Diego Beach Cities (Oceanside, Vista, Carlsbad, Encinitas, San Marcos, Escondido, Solana Beach, Del Mar), San Diego proper, & Southern Orange County (San Clemente, Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano).