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The Brown Family | San Clemente Family Photos | Calafia State Beach Family Session |Neutral Family Wardrobe Ideas | Cori Kleckner Photography

The Brown Family | San Clemente Family Photos | Calafia State Beach Family Session |Neutral Family Wardrobe Ideas | Cori Kleckner Photography

The Brown Family’s San Clemente family photos were simply stunning, capturing the natural beauty of Calafia State Beach. The warm, earthy tones of their neutral wardrobe perfectly complemented the sandy cliffs and rugged boulders of the beach, creating a timeless and serene look. This location, with its large canyons and open spaces, offered the perfect backdrop for a relaxed family photo session.

As an Orange County family photographer, I love photographing families at Calafia State Beach because of its versatility. From the majestic cliffs to the tranquil shoreline, and even the charming train tracks that overlook the ocean, this location offers a variety of beautiful settings that keep kids entertained and engaged throughout the session. The natural scenery here never disappoints, providing the perfect mix of adventure and calm, which is ideal for family photos.

The Browns were dressed in a palette of soft, neutral colors, which blended seamlessly with the warm tones of the landscape. This choice of wardrobe is one I often recommend to my clients, as it brings out the natural beauty of the location without overpowering it. For anyone looking to achieve a cohesive, organic feel for their family photos, neutral tones like these are always a winning choice.

Whether you’re located in Orange County or anywhere along the Southern California coast, I would love to help capture these special moments for your family. San Clemente offers a variety of settings, from the iconic pier to the breathtaking beaches, making it an ideal spot for family sessions.

If you’re searching for a photographer in Orange County, Los Angeles, or San Diego, specializing in lifestyle family photography, reach out today to book your session. I’m here to help you create beautiful, lasting memories of your family in the most breathtaking locations.

CORI KLECKNER PHOTOGRAPHY IS AN ORANGE COUNTY PHOTOGRAPHER SPECIALIZING IN MATERNITY, NEWBORN, BABY, FAMILY, CHILDREN’S AND LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY

The Inthavong Family | San Clemente Family Photos | Calafia State Beach Family Session | Orange County Family Photographer | Cori Kleckner Photography

The Inthavong Family | San Clemente Family Photos | Calafia State Beach Family Session | Orange County Family Photographer | Cori Kleckner Photography

This recent family session with the Inthavong family at San Clemente’s Calafia State Beach was an absolute dream. With neutral-toned outfits, the family blended perfectly with the earthy tones of the stunning cliffs and natural boulders surrounding the beach. If you’re looking for a location that offers breathtaking views of both the ocean and rugged canyon landscapes, Calafia State Beach is the perfect spot for your family photo session.

One of the highlights of this session was how much fun the children had exploring the big canyons and boulders, with the ocean breeze adding to the beauty of the moment. Calafia State Beach also features a unique train track that overlooks the water, making it a magical place to capture genuine family moments.

As an Orange County family photographer, I specialize in capturing natural, lifestyle-inspired photography that brings out the authentic connections between families. I always encourage clients to wear neutral, earthy tones, which create timeless photos and allow the natural surroundings to shine.

If you’re considering booking a family photo session in San Clemente or anywhere in Orange County, I highly recommend Calafia State Beach for its versatility and incredible views. Whether it’s a playful moment with the kids or a candid, loving embrace, the location offers plenty of opportunities to create stunning family portraits.

Ready to book your next family session? Reach out to learn more about the San Clemente area or explore other beautiful Orange County beaches like Laguna Beach, Huntington Beach, or Newport Beach for your next session.

CORI KLECKNER PHOTOGRAPHY IS AN ORANGE COUNTY PHOTOGRAPHER SPECIALIZING IN MATERNITY, NEWBORN, BABY, FAMILY, CHILDREN’S AND LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY

The Orozco Family Session | Calafia Beach in San Clemente, CA | OC Maternity Session | Elise + Scott+ Luke + 1 | Orange County Maternity Photographer | Cori Kleckner Photography

The Orozco Family Session | Calafia Beach in San Clemente, CA | OC Maternity Session | Elise + Scott+ Luke + 1 | Orange County Maternity Photographer | Cori Kleckner Photography

CORI KLECKNER PHOTOGRAPHY IS AN ORANGE COUNTY PHOTOGRAPHER SPECIALIZING IN MATERNITY, NEWBORN, BABY, FAMILY, CHILDREN’S AND LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY

Alessia & Jeff Citro San Clemente Maternity Session | Orange County Maternity Photographer | Newport Beach Maternity Photographer | Calafia State Beach San Clemente, CA Maternity Session

Alessia & Jeff Citro San Clemente Maternity Session | Orange County Maternity Photographer | Newport Beach Maternity Photographer | Calafia State Beach San Clemente, CA Maternity Session

 

These two were a gem to photograph. When I had first arrived to their session, my settings on my camera felt different, and my camera was not focusing , it was shooting blurry shots so I knew it had something to do with calibration or focus. They were full of grace and understanding, and I could feel their trust in me as I problem solved . Even though on the inside I panicked, wondering if my camera was malfunctioning or broken perhaps- I then remembered I handed my camera to a guy at a wedding to jump in a photo this past weekend - and he changed my settings to manual focus 🤦🏽‍♀️😂 Long story short, I’ve had some tough days since my husband’s been gone for work for 6 months- juggling the business and my little ones at home alone, most days I feel like I’m running around like a chicken with its head cut off... but meeting clients who were patient/understanding showing me so much grace in a moment where things didn’t go as planned , made me feel so grateful, made me eager to capture magical shots for them as we connected with eachother even more during our session . Show some grace to someone you love today, I promise it will mean the world to them.

Also, how awesome is Calafia State beach in San Clemente with its diversity of scenery? Alessia & Jeff wanted a beach that offered different scenery for their maternity session aside from just the open sand, so we utilized the rocky boulder areas, lifeguard tower and walked down to the water at sunset. It was a gorgeous evening with that soft diffused light we photogs always love ;)

CORI KLECKNER PHOTOGRAPHY IS AN ORANGE COUNTY PHOTOGRAPHER SPECIALIZING IN MATERNITY, NEWBORN, BABY, FAMILY, CHILDREN’S AND LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY

The Rich’s Family Session // Orange County Family Photographer // Calafia State Beach Family Session

I met this sweet little family about 6 months ago when they asked me to document their first little boy arriving to this world. Baby Bolton is one of the most handsome little newborns I have ever seen and here he is, 6 months later, still as handsome as ever! This family session was so much fun to shoot because of all his little expressions, not to mention the location was killer! This is Calafia State Beach in San Clemente, CA. I love this spot because of its versatility , it has a train that goes by that my kids love watching  and it has these gorgeous huge boulders that overlook the ocean .  One of the sweetest families ever, a location like this + a baby boy with all smiles -  I mean seriously, what more can you ask for in a session?  
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