Not your average portrait session full of by the book poses
Portrait Photogrpahy in San Diego
Portrait photography thats not stuffy and allows you to be the wild and free spirit that you are. I dont believe in perfection. I dont believe in matching clothes. I dont believe in cheesy smiles at the camera. That's not what you are going to get here.
These sessions are about having fun and showing off your vulnerable side. This is a time for you to let your guards down and create art with me.
STORY DRIVEN
PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY
Because all of lives journeys are worth documenting
In general photography means working with the elements, capturing the atmosphere, soul, life, love, and energy of whatever is happening in the moment. Your story deserves to be told in a way that’s real and unguarded. I want to capture the vulnerable, raw connection between you and loved ones.
Deep down you want more then just a pretty picture to look back on. You want something that creates smiles, butterflies, tears, and laughter. You want something that going to put you back in those shoes again and evoke an emotional responses. The point of photography it to make you feel again. To make you pull those memories form your storage bank and relive the moment all over again.
Raw & Unguarded
Ready to inquire? Fill out the form bellow, with your 3 possible shoot dates (Very Important!) and I will send you a step by step guide through the booking process. There you can select your package, review an invoice, sign a simple contract and thats it.
Your date is booked and set in stone.
Please be as detailed as possible and be sure to provide at least 3 possible shoot dates. You will receive an email from me within 24 hours confirming your shoot date and providing further instructions on how to proceed with your booking.
If you do not see an email in your inbox or junk folder within 48 hours, email me directly at, TERESALOJACONOPHOTOGRAPHY@GMAIL.COM.
I need to book now! What dates are available?
In the case on an emergency, a session can be re-booked one time. There is no refund of the $250 Session fee under any circumstance.
WHATS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY?
Your session fee of $300 is your retainer and is non-refundable. The session fee is paid during the booking process.
DO YOU REQUIRE A RETAINER?
Probably the most asked question, and truly no one is that awkward. It's all in your head, I promise! However, I got your back with a few tips and tricks that will make the experience for you so easy and fun. To be honest tho, awkward moments ALWAYS make for good photos.
WE ARE SO AWKWARD IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA! CAN YOU HELP US?
Documentary Family Photos are a slice of what your daily life is actually like. A raw portrait of what it means to be a member of your family. Lifestyle is more of a staged moment on location, or at home.
WHATS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN LIFESTYLE & DFP?
FAQs
My process is raw and unguarded. Nothing is ever planned out or constricted to the cookie-cutter idea of what photography should be. I follow the noise, the laughter, the tears and all the quiet moments in-between. Every session is a different journey or adventure, and thats what makes these mini-sessions so special. You will never have the same photographs as another client. Your pictures are truly unique to you.
If you're looking for a photographer who creates thoughtful images, that show real, raw emotions, then you've found the one.
THE ONE BEHIND THE LENS
I'M TERESA
- The Noelkes
"OUR PICTURES CAPTURED EVERYTHING MY FAMILY REPRESENTS AND WE WILL CHERISH OUR SHOOT FOREVER."
- The Woods Family
"She masterfully blends her artistic talent and calm demeanor with your vision to put you at ease and capture all those must-have photos, as well as the candids you didn’t even know you needed!"
- Erika & Kirk
We had the best experience working with Teresa! She went above and beyond what most photographers would do. We were originally drawn to her more artistic photos, but Teresa does it all...we are so happy with the results. We'd highly recommend her for any of your photo needs and events. THANK YOU, TERESA!
- Nhan & Todd
"Our pictures turned out better than we could've imagined, as she captured such amazing memories in the most beautiful way."
