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Capturing Joy Under the Giants: A Family Session at Riverfront Regional Park

There is nothing better than welcoming back a sweet family! As a photographer, one of the greatest compliments is a repeat booking, and it was such a joy seeing this wonderful family again for their second photo session this year. Just like the first time, this session was once again filled with so much love and contagious joy!


Finding Peace Among the Redwoods


For this session, we chose Riverfront Regional Park in Windsor, and it is truly one of my absolute favorite Sonoma County spots.

The park offers the perfect blend of easy accessibility and breathtaking natural beauty. It's an oasis that feels miles away from everything, allowing families to relax and just be with each other. The light filtering through the canopy of the towering redwood trees is simply magical. It creates that soft, dreamy, peaceful atmosphere that turns a simple portrait into a timeless piece of art.


My Top Tip for Families with Littles


If you have small children, Riverfront Regional Park is fantastic for family photos—and here’s my top tip why!

The main path that leads through the most beautiful redwood groves is flat and easy. This means a few key things for our session:

  1. Less Walking, More Snuggling: We don't have to spend a lot of time and energy trekking to a scenic location. We get right into the action!

  2. Happy Feet: Kids don't get tired or fussy from a long hike before we even start.

  3. Perfect Mood: We can keep the session light, fun, and focused entirely on capturing those precious, authentic moments of connection and play.

We were lucky to have a beautiful evening with this beautiful family. Every hug, every laugh, and every moment of connection was magnified by the incredible backdrop of the giants. It was a true celebration of family love and, honestly, a perfect evening!

Family of four smiling on a forest path, surrounded by greenery and wooden fence. Children hold parents' hands. Warm, joyful mood.
A family enjoying a peaceful moment together on a forest path, surrounded by lush greenery and smiling warmly for the camera.
Family walking on a forest path, surrounded by tall trees. Two children hold parents' hands, joyfully swinging. Soft earthy tones.
A family of four enjoys a peaceful walk through a lush forest, capturing a joyful moment as they help their young children along the wooded path.
Toddler in fall outfit stands by a wooden fence on a wooded trail, smiling. Green foliage and earthy tones create a warm, natural setting.
A toddler joyfully explores a wooded path, surrounded by lush greenery and rustic wooden fences.
Young girl with braided hair smiles in a wooded path, wearing a cozy vest. Wooden fence and greenery in the background create a warm mood.
A young girl with braided hair smiles warmly while enjoying a walk through a leafy, wooded path.
Woman and toddler smiling by a wooden fence in a lush forest. The child holds the fence, wearing a checkered sweater. Mood is joyful.
A joyful moment captured in the heart of the forest as a woman and her child explore the scenic woodland path together.
A woman kisses a baby while another child hugs her in a forest. They stand on a dirt path with wooden fences, surrounded by greenery.
A mother embraces her two young children while walking through a serene forest path, surrounded by towering trees and lush greenery.
Smiling baby sits on a yellow-patterned blanket in a forest path, wearing a green sweater and brown pants. Warm, cheerful atmosphere.
A joyful baby sits on a patterned blanket in a serene wooded path, radiating happiness on a peaceful day outdoors.
Family of four smiling in a lush forest. Parents hold two children on a dirt path, surrounded by tall trees and greenery. Warm, joyful scene.
A family enjoys a peaceful walk through a lush forest, surrounded by towering trees and vibrant greenery.
Smiling toddler in a plaid shirt stands by a wooden fence in a lush, green forest. Cozy mood with soft colors and a joyful expression.
A joyful toddler explores a forest trail, holding onto a wooden fence while surrounded by lush greenery.
Woman and child share an affectionate nose rub outdoors. She's wearing a green top; the child in a cream sweater vest. Forest backdrop.
A tender moment between mother and daughter, sharing a loving embrace and a playful nose-to-nose touch, surrounded by nature's tranquility.
Family outdoors in a forest, parents kissing. Father holds young child; mother holds toddler wearing polka dot leggings. Cozy, loving scene.
A loving family shares a tender moment in a woodland setting, with a child perched on a parent's shoulders and another in their embrace.
Couple smiling on a tree-lined path, man in plaid shirt, woman in green dress with a white cardigan, surrounded by lush greenery and fallen leaves.
A happy couple poses together on a serene, tree-lined path, surrounded by nature's tranquility.

Diana Jex specializes in portrait photography including maternity photography, newborn photography, children and family photography. Diana Jex Photography primarily serves families located in Sonoma County, Marin County and Napa County : Petaluma, Santa Rosa, Novato, Marin, San Rafael, Windsor, Rohnert Park, Napa, Cotati, Sonoma and other surrounding areas.

 
 
 

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Diana Jex specializes in portrait photography including maternity photography, newborn photography, children and family photography. Diana Jex Photography primarily serves families located in Sonoma County, Marin County and Napa County : Petaluma, Santa Rosa, Novato, Marin, San Rafael, Windsor, Rohnert Park, Napa, Cotati, Sonoma and other surrounding areas.

804 Gilardi Drive, Petaluma, CA. 94952

E: info@dianajex.com  |  Tel: 707-616-2719

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