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Studio Maternity Film Portraits Chico California
Photography, Family Stephen Diaz Photography, Family Stephen Diaz

Studio Maternity Film Portraits Chico California

As a mom, it feels easier in the moment to not get in front of the camera and I totally get it!

I’ve been there too when my body is either in a place of healing or not quite where I want to be. Maternity season is so beautiful but also another chance to surrender. Surrender the way our bodies shape and mold when we’re growing a baby.

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Spring Upper Bidwell Park Chico CA - Owen Family
Lifestyle Chelsey Diaz Lifestyle Chelsey Diaz

Spring Upper Bidwell Park Chico CA - Owen Family

The Owen family was my first Upper Bidwell Park session for 2023. This family is beautiful and it was an honor to photograph them again!

The rain in Chico has been consistent the last few weeks but magically on the day of their family photo session, the rain cleared and we had the most amazing sunshine out the entire day. It was such a breathe a fresh air to have blue skies before the rain continued shortly after.

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Natural Light Photos in Chico Ca Newborn Session - Galdin
Photography, Lifestyle Chelsey Diaz Photography, Lifestyle Chelsey Diaz

Natural Light Photos in Chico Ca Newborn Session - Galdin

I love when families take me up on using my natural light garden studio. It was designed for creating beautiful timeless images for families just these three below! There’s great natural light at any point in the day.

My focus with these newborn sessions has always been to capture the connection between parents and their littles. As a mom, I cherish every photo session I have with my boys no matter how hectic or challenging the season is. Each and every-time a family steps in front of my camera I’m honored to be that photographer capturing those types of images for my families!

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Organizing Your Photos - My Favorite Resources for the Modern Momma
Lifestyle, Tips & Tricks Chelsey Diaz Lifestyle, Tips & Tricks Chelsey Diaz

Organizing Your Photos - My Favorite Resources for the Modern Momma

Photos should be treasured!

I believe in having both digital backups and physical prints of your images. After having Kaizen, I’ve tried my best to create systems that allow me to have multiple backups of images both in printed and digital form. I’ve heard from so many other moms that the struggle is real. It’s hard to know what to do with your images especially after getting them back from a professional photographer. I hear you momma! That is why I’m working hard to create lots of resources for you on this particular topic!

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