Dana Point, California
Dana Point Family, Senior & Engagement Photographer
Dana Point's headlands, harbor and beaches give you a variety of backdrops within minutes of each other. It is a favorite for families who love the water and couples who want a dramatic coastal setting.
Favorite spots
Where I like to shoot in Dana Point
Here are a few Dana Point locations that photograph beautifully. We will choose the one that fits your session and the light.
Salt Creek Beach
Wide sand and a bluff-top trail with sunset views.
Dana Point Harbor
Boats, masts and a working-harbor backdrop for lively family portraits.
Strands Beach
A long, wild-feeling beach reached by a short walk.
Lantern Bay Park
Open grass and bluff-top views for easy golden-hour sessions.
Dana Point Headlands
Dramatic bluffs and trails with some of the best views on the coast.
Light tip
The headlands face west, so the final 45 minutes before sunset turn the whole bluff gold.
Recent work
The kind of photos you can expect in Dana Point
A selection of recent sessions on the Southern California coast.
Sessions
Photography sessions in Dana Point
- Family Portraits
Starting at $350
Relaxed portraits of the people you love, in light that flatters everyone.
- Senior Photos
Starting at $300
Confident, natural senior portraits that feel like you.
- Engagement Sessions
Starting at $400
Candid, movement-filled engagement sessions that feel like the two of you.
- Couples Sessions
Starting at $300
Romantic, relaxed portraits for anniversaries, proposals and everything in between.
- Seasonal Mini Sessions
Starting at $175
Short, themed sessions for holiday cards and seasonal memories.
- Elopements & Intimate Weddings
Starting at $900
Quiet ceremonies, honest reactions and the details that make the day yours.
Questions
Dana Point photography FAQ
Where are the best places for photos in Dana Point?
Popular spots in Dana Point include Salt Creek Beach, Dana Point Harbor, Strands Beach, Lantern Bay Park, Dana Point Headlands. The right location depends on your session type and the time of day, and I will recommend one based on what you want your photos to feel like.
Do you photograph sessions in Dana Point?
Yes. Dana Point is roughly 40 minutes from my Huntington Beach home base, and I regularly shoot sessions across Orange County.
Do I need a permit for a photo session in Dana Point?
Most public parks and beaches in Dana Point do not require a permit for a small portrait session, but rules can change. I always confirm requirements for your chosen location while we plan.
Dana Point
Planning a session in Dana Point?
Tell me what you have in mind and when. I will reply with availability, location ideas in Dana Point and an estimate.
Text or call
(714) 655-1021Email
Jpellkofer24@gmail.comBased in
Huntington Beach, CA, serving all of Orange County
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