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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 Artz Extended Family Session | Large Group Family Photos| Orange County Family Photographer | Cori Kleckner Photography | Newport Beach Family Photographer

The Artz Extended Family Session | Large Group Family Photos| Orange County Family Photographer | Cori Kleckner Photography | Newport Beach Family Photographer

There’s something incredibly special about capturing the love and connection across multiple generations. The Artz family came together for this beautiful extended family session, and it was a true honor to photograph their timeless bonds. From grandparents to cousins, we captured each unique relationship while documenting the love and laughter they all share.

As an Orange County family photographer, I specialize in creating images that tell the story of your family, no matter how large or small. Extended family sessions are a wonderful opportunity to gather the whole family—grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and everyone in between—to create memories that will last a lifetime.

During extended family sessions, I ensure to capture a variety of groupings, from the entire family together to intimate moments like grandparents with grandchildren, siblings together, and of course, each smaller family unit. The beauty of these sessions is in documenting the bonds that span generations, creating a keepsake that each family member will cherish for years to come.

If you’re looking for an Orange County family photographer to capture your extended family, from multi-generational portraits to candid moments, I’d love to help you create lasting memories.

 

B&W & some BLOOPERS I love ;)

The Breiner Family - Newport Beach Newborn Photos- Orange County Newborn Photographer - Cori Kleckner Photography

The Breiner Family - Newport Beach Newborn Photos- Orange County Newborn Photographer - Cori Kleckner Photography

 

It has been such a privilege to capture the Breiner family since their first child was born, and now to witness and document the addition of their newest little one fills my heart with so much joy. As an Orange County family and newborn photographer, there’s something incredibly special about getting to watch a family grow over the years, from one newborn session to the next. It’s these milestones—moments that are both fleeting and monumental—that make lifestyle newborn sessions so meaningful.

This Newport Beach newborn session was filled with beautiful, natural moments of love and connection. The way the family embraced the calmness of their home created the perfect backdrop to capture not only the newest addition but the entire family dynamic. From playful moments with big brother to the peaceful snuggles of newborn life, every image reflects the warmth and love in their home.


Photographing these milestones reminds me of the importance of freezing these moments in time—moments that feel like they’ll last forever but pass by in the blink of an eye. It’s a true joy and honor to continue capturing the Breiner family as they grow, and I look forward to many more sessions with them as the years go by.

If you’re looking for a newborn or family photographer in Orange County or surrounding areas like Los Angeles or San Diego, I would love to help you document your family’s journey through timeless, heartfelt images.

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

Lauren & Adam Henrique | Newport Beach Maternity Photos | Orange County Maternity Photographer | Cori Kleckner Photography

Lauren & Adam Henrique | Newport Beach Maternity Photos | Orange County Maternity Photographer | Cori Kleckner Photography

It was such a joy capturing Lauren and Adam Henrique’s Newport Beach maternity session during this exciting chapter of their lives. The love and anticipation they share for their growing family was palpable, and Newport Beach provided the perfect backdrop for this serene, sun-kissed session. Maternity sessions are a beautiful way to capture the fleeting moments before your family expands, and this session truly reflected that sweet anticipation.

As an Orange County maternity photographer, it’s a privilege to document such meaningful milestones. Lauren and Adam embraced the natural beauty of the beach, and the soft, golden light added a romantic touch to every image. Their connection shines through in every frame, capturing the magic of this special time as they await the arrival of their little one.

For those looking to book a maternity session in Orange County or surrounding areas like Los Angeles or San Diego, beach locations provide a timeless, natural setting to capture the beauty of pregnancy. These sessions allow couples to create memories that will last a lifetime, preserving the love and excitement of expecting a new addition to the family.

If you’re interested in capturing your own maternity session or celebrating your family’s unique journey, I’d love to help create beautiful, lasting portraits. Whether you’re looking for an Orange County maternity photographer or exploring a scenic beach session in Newport Beach, I’m here to ensure your memories are preserved in a way that feels authentic and timeless.

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

Orange County Newborn Photographer | OC Newborn Session | The Schweiss Family Session

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Orange County Newborn Photographer | OC Newborn Session

The Schweiss Family Session

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

Being an Orange County Family Photographer is a dream guys! Their is seriously nothing I was more destined to do . I love capturing these first moments for families and everyday I am so grateful that you choose me to document it for you! Their is such an over-abundance of joy when a baby arrives , it's always important for me to help you to remember these precious (and sleep depriving ;) moments that can be so fleeting! When a family invites me into their home, I aim to capture that effortless raw everyday beauty . I love to step back and ask parents to just stare at their little munchkins features, let the baby move, yawn, and stretch.  Babies have wonderful, perfect, sweet movements, so I do not stress over having the perfect pose in every frame. If theirs an older sibling in the session, tickling is a must! Play airplane with them, let them include their favorite toy, talk with them about their little sibling, whether it be "Can you find your sisters nose?" or "Lets give love to the baby!"  Remember, lifestyle photography is about capturing moments, not poses. That’s pretty much the best part – you don’t have to stress about making everything perfect – you just want to get your newborn an griwing family on camera, so you have photos to remember them by.

THE BERENGUER FAMILY- Orange County Family Photographer - Crystal Cove Family Session

THE BERENGUER FAMILY

 Orange County Family Photographer - Crystal Cove Family Sessio - Newport Beach Family Photos

 I love giving the children in our session free roam to play and run around, capturing their real selves, their little but oh so BIG personalities as they interact with mom & dad in front my camera. Play is the key in a successful family session. Lots of tickling, chasing, jumping , splashing - I live to capture that raw beauty that lies within family connection. Sometimes asking a toddler or child to sit still and smile doesn't exactly give us a true memory of them at this age, this is why I feel its important to sing with them , giggle with them, ask them questions. This is how I capture family sessions, like a casual day with mom & dad at the beach.

The Baugh Family - Shaw’s Cove Laguna Beach Family Session - Orange County Family Photographer

The Baugh Family - Shaw’s Cove Laguna Beach Family Session - Orange County Family Photographer

“May you always know little one, you were wished for, longed for, prayed for, and wanted."

I love connecting with families I meet and getting to know their story. This sweet little guy, Jordan, is just shy of 2 years old, waiting for his adoption to be complete. This family came all the way from Arkansas to visit Jordan as just in a few weeks they get to take him home forever . I couldn't feel more honored to capture this special time for them.

#adoptionisbeautiful

Bellflower Family Newborn Session - Orange County Newborn Session - Orange County Newborn Photographer

Bellflower Family Newborn Session - Orange County Newborn Session - Orange County Newborn Photographer

Being a business owner & stay at home mommy | Audrey + Jaelene | Shaw’s Cove, Laguna Beach CA

Being a business owner & stay at home mommy to Audrey + Jaelene

These two. They have my whole heart. Some days I feel overwhelmed with gratitude to be a stay at home working mommy while other days it can be very challenging and I forget to take the time to really relish in this beautiful time of them being little still and even needing me at all. Right now I’m juggling potty training a toddler, school pickup & drop offs, sports, homework with my oldest and all the other tasks of mommy duties all while running a business . Running your own business is no piece of cake. Neither is raising a family.  Though I always say family comes first , before work or house duties - it isn’t always easy.

There is enough guilt to go around for any parent, so I make a conscious effort to let it go and focus on the positives. I may have a hectic schedule, and, as a result, my children are learning how to be independent and self-reliant. I also know one day they wont need mommy to  brush their hair or make their lunch or tuck them in at night, and some days I have to remind myself to slow down so I can enjoy these everyday in-between moments. The messes on the table, legos on the floor, dirty laundry piled everywhere ; one day they wont be there. I will miss that when its gone (well maybe not the laundry part;). Right now I’m juggling running a business and being home with a toddler and up-keeping a house (which is the first HOUSE we’ve ever lived in) and it can be a lot to keep up with it all. Daddy works long hours too and finding a balance can sometimes be hard for all of us.  But days like today, where I'm soaking up the sun watching my girls build sand castles so innocently in the sand, I remember that homework can wait, cleanup can wait, dinner can wait;  quality time with these two little beautiful girls (and my husband) is whats most important right now. Giving them my undivided attention when they ask - that is what I am doing my best to work on as a mommy who feels so busy and rushed for time all the time. I know they see that. I know they watch as I frantically run around like a chicken with its head cut off so that work is caught up, house stuff is caught up, everyones needs are met and the ’to do” list is all checked off. I know they see me regularly nod my head to them as they are sharing something with me:  “mommy look at the painting I made” as I am trying to return an email to a client or finish editing a session.  I know I should pause whatever it is I’m doing to give them those valuable minutes of  attention & time because all else can wait .  I know. I know. I know they wont be this little forever. 

Some days feel really short though guys, don’t they? Like their aren’t enough hours in the day to get breakfast started, shuffle to school & sports, prep dinners, clean the house, devote time to work and still manage to find time for yourself.  It’s all about finding a healthy balance. The truth is you can do it all if you just change what your definition of balance is. There are times where my business gets more attention than my kids and vice versa. In the end I like to believe that it all balances out. Part of being an entrepreneur is being comfortable with changing direction quickly. 

Entrepreneurship, just like motherhood, is not a 9-5 job. Some days I stay up until 3 am working and then have to do a 7 a.m. child drop off at school. Be kind to yourself. Make time for you even if it's just to breathe and smell the air. Kids are going to make messes, they are going to eat your reports and download viruses to your computer. Your best weapon is a sense of humor. Enjoy your mommy entrepreneur life, wear the title proudly. We are basically super heroes.

My goal for 2016 is to not sweat the small things (i.e.: messes, missed nights of homework, running late in the morning, getting behind on work. . .etc), not push myself to do it all and be it all- all the time; but to be present in the moment and give my family more undivided attention - Because believe me when l tell you, nothing in the world is more important to me then my family.

PS: These photos of my girls were taken on a whim one day when we decided to head down for the beach to catch some sun rays. I will cherish these photos of my two girls and their incredibly close bond. 

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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