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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

San Clemente Beach Family Session | The Geer Family | Orange County Family Photographer | Cori Kleckner Photography

San Clemente Beach Family Session | The Geer Family | Orange County Family Photographer | Cori Kleckner Photography

This session with the Geer Family at San Clemente Beach was one of my all-time favorites. Despite the overcast sky, the photos turned out absolutely stunning. It just goes to show how beautiful a cloudy day can be for capturing family moments. The soft, natural light of a cloudy day at the beach creates a timeless, serene backdrop, and I love how this session perfectly captured the natural, loving bond between the Geer family.

As an Orange County family photographer, one of my favorite things about shooting on the beaches of San Clemente is the versatility that the location offers. Whether it’s the rolling waves, the iconic lifeguard towers, or the expansive stretches of sand, every element combines to create the perfect canvas for family photography. The Geer Family was such a joy to work with, and their two little ones had so much fun exploring the sand and surf.

If you’re looking for a San Clemente family photographer or want to book a San Clemente Beach family session, don’t hesitate to reach out. I love helping families capture these special moments at the beach, no matter the weather. From the gentle shoreline to the coastal cliffs, Orange County beach sessions always result in beautiful, natural portraits that will be cherished for years to come.

Let me help you preserve these precious family memories with an Orange County family photography session that captures the love, joy, and connection your family shares.

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

The Hay Family | L Laguna Beach Family Session | Laguna Beach Family Photographer | Cori Kleckner Photography | Orange County Family Photographer

The Hay Family | L Laguna Beach Family Session | Laguna Beach Family Photographer | Cori Kleckner Photography | Orange County Family Photographer

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

The Cho Family | Orange County Family Photographer | Newport Beach Family Session | Cori Kleckner Photography

The Cho Family | Orange County Family Photographer | Newport Beach Family Session | Cori Kleckner Photography

 

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

The Tomoko Family | Orange County Family Photographer | Crystal Cove Family Session | Newport Beach Family Photographer | Newport Beach Maternity Photographer | Beach Family Maternity Photos

The Tomoko Family | Orange County Family Photographer | Crystal Cove Family Session | Newport Beach Family Photographer | Newport Beach Maternity Photographer | Beach Family Maternity Photos

 
 

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

 
 

Orange County Maternity Family Photographer

The Weber Family | Lisa+Tyler+Sloan | Orange County Photographer | Beach Family Session | Newport Beach Family Photographer | Cori Kleckner Photography

The Weber Family | Lisa+Tyler+Sloan |  Orange County Photographer | Beach Family Session | Newport Beach Family Photographer | Cori Kleckner Photography 

 

Cori Kleckner Photography specializes in family , maternity and newborn photography in the Orange County and surrounding areas

 
 

Orange County Family Photographer

The Mickey Family | Newport Beach Family Session | Newport Beach Family Photographer | Cori Kleckner Photography

The Mickey Family | Newport Beach Family Session | Newport Beach Family Photographer | Cori Kleckner Photography

Orange County Family Session | Orange County Family Photographer | Newport Beach Family Session | Cori Kleckner Photography

Orange County Family Session | Orange County Family Photographer | Newport Beach Family Session | Cori Kleckner Photography

Family sessions in Orange County offer so many beautiful beach locations with such dreamy light! I try never to take for granted the gorgeous beaches we live near, especially during Spring and Summer! I love when vacationers email me to capture their memories while visiting beautiful SoCal , I mean what better way to remember their vacation? So thankful I get to call this my "job" , being a family photographer here in Orange County is such a dream! 

Get in touch to book! Spring is here with Summer quickly approaching and my calendar fills fast! 

 

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

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 Barron’s Family | Orange County Family Photographer | Montage Laguna Family Photos

The Barron’s Family | Orange County Family Photographer | Montage Laguna Family Photos

A few of my recent clients have asked me , “Does the time of day you shoot at the beach make that much of a difference?”

Heres my answer : The golden hour occurs from about half an hour before, until about an hour after sunrise in the morning, and then an hour before sunset, to about 20 to 30 minutes after the sun has gone down in the evening. When you shoot in this soft light the light is golden in colour and often changes colour from yellow, to orange to magenta. 
-The light is soft, i.e. no major contrast such as hard shadows and very bright highlights. 
-Colors are more exaggerated, the color of the light is far more emphasized, much more oranges, reds and magentas are visible in the scene.
It is for these reasons that photographers choose to shoot in the early morning or early evening, these times produce the most dramatic images.

Many of us were taught to shoot under bright sunlight, in the middle of the day, with the sun behind us. Sure, that can work, but you won’t get dramatic results every time, in many cases, your images will look very average. This is because light is harsh at this time of day.

So to many of you who are wondering, yes, the time of day can make a HUGE difference in the outcome of your photos.

Crystal Cove Family Session | Orange County Family Photographer

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Crystal Cove Family Session | Orange County Family Photographer | Cori Kleckner Photography

Shaw’s Cove, Laguna Beach | The Dunbar’s Family Session

Shaw’s Cove, Laguna Beach  |  The Dunbar’s Family Session   

The Dunbar Family has allowed me to photograph them for quite some time now, all the way from when their sweet Paisley was just a little baby! She is now 2 yrs old  & going to be a BIG sister this coming April! I just seriously adore this sweet family and love being able to document this special time for them and watch their little family grow! I feel so honored when families trust me to capture such precious milestones for them . One of the most rewarding parts of being a photographer is getting to witness & document a couples journey into parenthood and so on. It was a gorgeous day for a maternity/family session and we lucked out on some of the best sunset light at a gorgeous little beach location