Wildflower Family Session in the Fog in Huntington Beach, California

Every time I photograph my sister, I swear I say the same thing: “Okay… THIS is my favorite session.” And then I photograph her again and—shocker—I change my mind. But this session? Our dreamy, fog-filled Huntington Beach family session among the wildflowers? This one genuinely might be my favorite yet.

It was the first time I got to photograph her little guy when he wasn’t an 8-pound sleepy potato snoozing through his newborn session. Instead, he was wide awake, fully expressive, slightly confused about the big black box covering my face every few seconds, and absolutely ready to charm the camera into early retirement.

A Foggy Huntington Beach Morning That Felt Like Magic

Most people pray for sun during family photos, but this soft, coastal fog was absolute perfection. It wrapped everything in this dreamy, muted glow that let the wildflowers, the sand, and this sweet little family shine. Fog is like nature’s giant softbox—gentle, flattering, and magical for photographing families.

This Huntington Beach family session took place in one of my favorite pockets of Southern California—where beach meets blooms, and moody texture meets bright color. It’s the kind of location that feels effortlessly beautiful in any weather, but fog brings out a calm, cozy intimacy that I adore.

Watching My Nephew Grow Through My Lens

And then there was him. My tiny, teething pterodactyl nephew who somehow went from “brand-new human burrito” to “full-blown personality with opinions” in what feels like five minutes. He giggled. He wiggled. He gave me skeptical side-eye every time I hid behind the camera. And he graced us with the sweetest smiles—even in between snack breaks and one heroic spit-up incident.

I’m obsessed with him. Like… can’t-believe-he-was-in-my-sister’s-belly-last-year obsessed. Getting to watch him grow through my lens is the biggest privilege, and this foggy Huntington Beach family session felt especially emotional.

Why This Huntington Beach Family Session Worked So Well

Beyond the dreamy fog and the wildflowers that looked like they were pulled straight from a painting, here’s why this session just worked:

1. Fog = Flattering, Magical Light

Fog eliminates harsh shadows and gives skin tones the dreamiest, softest look. It’s basically nature’s free Lightroom preset.

2. Wildflowers Add Instant Whimsy

If you’ve never paired wildflowers with beach sand… please add it to your bucket list. It’s coastal romance at its finest.

3. Baby Mood: 10/10

There’s something hilarious and sweet about photographing a tiny human who’s trying to figure out why their aunt keeps playing peekaboo with a camera.

4. Candid, Playful, Real Moments

No stiff posing. No pressure. Just the sweetness of a family being exactly who they are.

Yes, I Posted Too Many Photos… and No, I Don’t Regret It

When it’s your sister and your nephew? The rules go out the window. But honestly—even if they weren’t my family—I’d still overshare this session. It’s full of joy, color, quiet moments, and so much personality.

This wildflower family session in Huntington Beach captured everything I love about photographing families: connection, laughter, tenderness, and those tiny in-between moments that end up becoming the favorites.

Dreaming of Your Own Huntington Beach Family Session?

If you’re in Southern California (or planning a trip!) and want glowing, foggy, wildflower-filled family photos that feel relaxed, real, and full of heart, I’d love to photograph your crew. Inquire here!