where I come from and why preserving your legacy matters to me.
THIS IS my WHY —
Today, I'm a Malibu-based photographer, wife, and mother of three. My work is rooted in one simple belief: the moments you'll miss most someday are often the ones happening right now. The way your toddler reaches for your hand. The way your partner looks at you when you aren't paying attention. The beautiful, ordinary details that quietly become part of your family's story.
My approach blends gentle direction with genuine connection to create images that feel timeless, honest, and deeply personal. Because long after the season has passed, the photographs remain.
More About me
I can't remember a day in childhood when I wasn't creating. As a competitive gymnast, self-expression became a huge part of who I was. The sport took me around the world and taught me to appreciate movement, emotion, and the stories unfolding between one moment and the next.
A storyteller, memory keeper, and documenter of life.
HELLO THERE, I'M ERICA
One of the most common questions I receive is whether families should reschedule when Malibu is cold, overcast, or covered in marine layer. The truth? Some of my favorite images have been created on days most people worry about. Soft light, cozy connection, and a beach that feels quiet and intimate often create photographs that feel more timeless than a perfect sunny evening.
Why Cold and Overcast Malibu Beach Sessions Are Worth It
A COMMON MALIBU BEACH CONCERN...
Most evenings and weekends, you'll find me at a baseball field cheering on my kids. I know firsthand how quickly these seasons pass, which is probably why I'm so passionate about documenting families. One day it's Little League games, snack shack runs, and dirt-covered uniforms, and before you know it they're driving themselves to practice.
Cheering from the sidelines
My family has learned that a simple drive can quickly turn into a scouting mission. Whether it's a hidden trail in Malibu, a quiet stretch of beach, or a golden hillside in Calabasas, I'm always looking for locations that will help tell my clients' stories in a beautiful and meaningful way.
Always scouting the next beautiful location.
My husband and I are unapologetic foodies. One of our favorite things to do is explore Los Angeles together and try new restaurants. Some of our best conversations happen over a great meal and a glass of wine after a busy week.
Good food and even better company.
I grew up on Cape Cod, and every summer we try to make our way back to New England. Whether we're spending lazy days on Cape Cod or exploring the lakes and coastline of Maine, those trips reconnect me to my roots and remind me just how important family memories really are.
Home will always be the East Coast.
Believe it or not, I still carry a camera in my free time. I love wandering through Malibu and Calabasas photographing landscapes, changing light, and quiet moments. More than fifteen years in, I'm still in awe that I get to call this my job. Making photographs isn't just what I do—it's what I was called to do.
I still shoot for myself.
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