San Diego Fall Mini Session at a Hidden Gem in Santee

There’s something about fall that feels like a deep breath after a long summer, the golden light, the crisp air, the way the trees quietly shift into their cozy hues. I still remember stumbling upon this tucked-away spot in Santee, just east of San Diego. The autumn colors were so beautiful that I couldn’t help but pause and take it all in. I knew right then it would be the perfect backdrop for photographing families in this season.

Mother gently holding her baby girl dressed in maroon, both bathed in soft natural light during a fall family photo session in Santee, California.
Smiling family of four standing together on a sunlit path in Santee, California, surrounded by golden fall foliage during a candid autumn photo session.
Father and toddler son smiling together on a tree-lined path during a fall family photo session in Santee, California, with golden foliage in the background.

Last year, I had the joy of photographing several sweet families here, and it was everything I hoped it would be. Honest. Beautiful. Full of joy and connection.

Family of four walking hand in hand along a sunlit trail in Santee, California, surrounded by golden fall foliage during a light-filled mini session.

As we get ready to welcome this year’s busy season, I’m so excited to return to this special place. I’ll be offering limited mini session spots at this location, and they tend to go quickly. If this speaks to you and you’d love early access, I’d love for you to join my newsletter list.

Father holding his baby girl dressed in maroon with a cream bow headband, smiling during a sunny fall family session in Santee, California.
Close-up of a mother smiling at her toddler son as he claps his hands, both enjoying a joyful moment during their fall family session in Santee, California.

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