Golden Hour Family Photos at Harry Griffen Park in La Mesa

There’s something so special about discovering new places, little pockets of beauty tucked away in the everyday. Harry Griffen Park in La Mesa is one of those hidden gems, a place where the light dances just right and families come together to make memories. As a San Diego family photographer, I’m always looking for the perfect backdrop that not only looks nice but also allows families to spend time together.

Young family with a newborn baby during a golden hour photo session at Harry Griffen Park in La Mesa, San Diego, surrounded by soft autumn foliage and natural light.
Mother holding and embracing her baby during a soft golden hour photo session at a park in La Mesa, San Diego, with natural backlighting and warm fall tones.

Golden Hour Family Photography at Harry Griffen Park

This beautiful family of three stepped into that golden hour glow, and I had the joy of photographing them in it. Their little one, full of wonder and personality, was an absolute delight, smiling, wiggling, and soaking up all the love from his parents. I love how babies at this age are just beginning to express themselves, and this sweet boy was no exception. Watching him reminded me of when my own son was this age, just starting to show the quirks and expressions that would become so uniquely his.

Parents smiling at their baby during a golden hour family session in La Mesa, San Diego, surrounded by soft sunlight and autumn foliage.

Capturing Meaningful Moments in Family Sessions

One of the best parts of family photography is capturing the in-between moments, the laughter, the cuddles, the way parents look at their child with pure love. These early days go by so fast, and that’s why I believe in freezing these moments in time. I want families to look back on their photos and feel the warmth of that season in their lives.

Joyful candid moment of parents smiling as mom lifts their baby into the air during golden hour at Harry Griffen Park in La Mesa, San Diego, with warm sunlight and fall colors in the background.
Close-up portrait of a 3-month-old baby in a blue knit sweater during a golden hour photo session in La Mesa, San Diego, with soft natural light and blurred autumn background.
Happy parents standing close together while dad holds their baby during a golden hour family session in La Mesa, San Diego, surrounded by fall foliage and soft sunlight.
Close-up family portrait of parents smiling with their three-month-old baby during a golden hour session in La Mesa, San Diego, with soft natural light and autumn background.

Looking for a La Mesa or San Diego Family Photographer?

Whether you’re looking for family portraits in La Mesa, a golden hour session at a beautiful park, or just a joyful experience with the people you love most, I’d love to help create those memories for you. Let’s find the perfect spot, chase that dreamy sunset light, and photograph your family just as you are, full of love, laughter, and connection.