Take the Damn Picture: Why It Matters More Than You Think (Family Photography in Temecula, Murrieta, Las Vegas and Beyond)

Not long ago, I was chatting with my dear friend — both of us sipping coffee and talking about life. We ended up deep in a conversation about how often we put off being in photos. We laughed (a little too knowingly) about the excuses: “I need to lose some weight,” “I haven’t had my hair done,” or “I’ll do it next season.”

And the truth is, those excuses feel valid in the moment… but they’re robbing us of something precious. We talked about how, even when we do take pictures, we’re the ones behind the camera — capturing everyone else, but never showing up ourselves.

Here’s what I’ve come to realize: we need to take the damn picture.

Not for social media. Not for perfection. But for the people we love — our parents, our children, our nieces and nephews, our siblings, our friends — the ones who want photos with us, not just of us.

When we’re gone, our loved ones won’t care whether we were having a “good hair day” or five pounds from a goal. They’ll want to see us smiling, laughing, living. They’ll want to hold onto proof that we were there, part of the story, present in their memories.

So this is your permission slip: stop waiting for the “perfect time.” Book the session. Show up. Be in the frame.

Because I promise you — one day, those photos will mean everything to the people who matter most.

📸 Ready to Book? Let’s Do It

I offer family photography in Temecula, Murrieta, and the surrounding areas — including multi-generation family portraits, lifestyle sessions, and milestone photography for all ages.

Whether you want to capture a birthday, a family gathering, or simply a beautiful day together, I’m here to make sure you are in the photos too.

Let’s create something that lasts longer than a moment — something you can hold onto for generations.