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A collage of three photos: a pregnant woman in an orange dress standing outdoors, a newborn baby sleeping with a headband, and a baby girl sitting on a blanket in front of a boho backdrop. Image by Melissa Lyn Photography - Maternity & Newborn Photographer.

From Bump to Birthday With A Temecula Maternity Photographer

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Bump to Birthday with Melissa Lyn, Temecula Maternity Photographer One of my absolute favorite parts of being a Temecula maternity photographer is getting to walk alongside my clients as their families grow. What starts as a maternity session often turns into newborn portraits, then milestone sessions, cake smashes, and full-on family portraits year after year. […]

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A family of five enjoys a delightful spring flower photoshoot, sitting on a blanket amidst green grass and yellow blooms. The parents, centered with the father holding a toddler and the mother cradling a baby, are flanked by their smiling daughter, all dressed in light shades. Image by Melissa Lyn Photography - Maternity & Newborn Photographer.

Spring Flower Photoshoot in Temecula with Melissa Lyn

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Spring Flower Photoshoot in Temecula with Melissa Lyn If you’ve been dreaming of portraits bursting with color, golden light, and nature’s most beautiful backdrops—spring is the perfect season to make that happen! I’m now booking sessions from April through June, and trust me, a springtime session might just be your new favorite tradition. Whether you’re

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A family of four walks hand in hand through a grassy field at sunset, with hills in the background. The woman wears a white dress, and the man and children wear casual attire. Warm sunlight creates a serene and joyful atmosphere. Image by Melissa Lyn Photography - Maternity & Newborn Photographer.

What to Wear for Temecula Family Portraits: A Stress-Free Guide

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Temecula Family Portraits with Melissa Lyn Photography Planning your family portraits can be exciting, but let’s be real—choosing outfits for everyone can feel like a challenge! The good news? I’ve got you covered. With a little planning and coordination, your family will look amazing while still feeling comfortable and true to your style. Whether you’re

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Temecula Photographer: Stunning Tabletop Art for Your Home!

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Temecula Photographer, Melissa Lyn Photography As a Temecula photographer, I know that capturing your special moments is just the beginning. The real magic happens when you turn those memories into gorgeous, tangible keepsakes you can flip through, display, and cherish forever. Whether it’s your precious newborn, your growing family, or your beautiful maternity glow,

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Forget the Mall: Capture the Magic of Fine Art Santa Portrait Sessions

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The holidays are upon us, and the familiar twinkle in children’s eyes during this time reminds us of the season’s wonder. As parents, we yearn to create lasting memories filled with joy and enchantment during this special time of year. This year, ditch the crowded mall Santa and embrace the magic of our exclusive Fine

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Framed photograph of a smiling couple, with the woman visibly pregnant, embracing outdoors during sunset. The teal-colored frame glows like a glass window and rests on a wooden surface with a sprig of greenery to the right. This piece feels like an heirloom from our cherished collection. Image by Melissa Lyn Photography - Maternity & Newborn Photographer.

Introducing the Glass Window Collection Box

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Introducing the Glass Window Collection Box I’m beyond excited to introduce an alternative cover option to our wildly popular Collection Boxes! In a world of fleeting digital images, the Glass Window Collection Box is a timeless keepsake of your family’s memories. Our collection boxes have become one of our most sought-after products, capturing the hearts

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A cozy living room with light wooden floors and white walls. A dark gray sofa with patterned cushions stands next to a small side table. The back wall has large windows with white blinds. Art pieces and photos, celebrating our expanding horizons, hang on the walls, and a wooden panel decorates one corner. Image by Melissa Lyn Photography - Maternity & Newborn Photographer.

Expanding Horizons: A Big Milestone for My Studio

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I’m beyond thrilled to share some exciting news that has been a long time dream of mine. After months of planning and hard work, I’m overjoyed to announce the expansion of my studio space here in Temecula, CA! This incredible journey has led to double the workspace, and I can’t wait to reveal all the

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A family of five, including two parents and three young children, sits closely together on a couch in a warmly lit living room. They are all smiling and appearing happy, with the mother holding the baby and the father embracing their older sons. This heartwarming moment was captured in a beautifully taken photo. Image by Melissa Lyn Photography - Maternity & Newborn Photographer.

The Importance of Having Your Photos Taken

Printing your Art and Digital Files

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DIGITAL FILES. I believe this age of having access to digital files is AMAZING for so many reasons, yet I think it does have its drawbacks. When was the last time you used your digital files you received from your last session and actually printed photos for yourself? Did you ever end up making

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Three young people stand close together in a sunlit, leafy outdoor setting. The person in the middle, wearing a white dress, leans on the shoulders of the others, who are dressed in casual shirts, one yellow and one blue. All three are smiling warmly at the camera, captured beautifully by a Temecula family photographer. Image by Melissa Lyn Photography - Maternity & Newborn Photographer.

The H Family | Temecula Family Photographer

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Happy Friday! Who’s excited for the weekend? I know I am. I’ve been burning the midnight oil and working my tail off these last few weeks, so I am looking forward to a few days off to spend some much needed family time! Speaking of family, how gorgeous is they?! I’ve been photographing them for

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What to Wear to a Family Portrait Session | Temecula Family Photographer

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One of the most common questions I get from clients once they book their family portrait session is What do we wear? Dressing your family for their photos can be a challenge because you want everyone to look good together without matching completely. Not only that, you want your kids to be comfortable, or they’re

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A woman in a flowing red dress walks along a dirt path in a forest. She has dark hair and looks off to the side. The forest is filled with tall trees and dappled sunlight filters through the leaves, illuminating the scene with a serene, ethereal light. Image by Melissa Lyn Photography - Maternity & Newborn Photographer.

Kamilah – Temecula Portrait Photographer

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Be who you want to be. Do what you dream of doing. Take the leap. “Your self-worth is determined by you. You don’t have to depend on someone telling you who you are.” This gorgeous girl came to me to get some portraits done for her Quinceañera invitations. Her celebration will have a Snow White

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A young man in a white shirt gently kisses a baby on the forehead while holding the infant in his arms. They are outdoors on a sunny day by a pathway surrounded by greenery. The baby wears a bow headband and light-colored clothes. Image by Melissa Lyn Photography - Maternity & Newborn Photographer.

Baby Alivia | Temecula Newborn Photographer

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This session was an absolute dream! It was different than my usual studio newborn sessions and I loved every second of it. This client wanted more of a lifestyle newborn session with lots and lots of family photos because her husband will soon be deploying and she wanted to savor these special moments of them

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Fall Family Portrait Season is Here – Temecula Family Photographer

Lasher Family – Temecula Family Photographer

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I loved seeing this family again. I know I say it again and again, but literally the BEST part of my job as a photographer in Temecula, is having my clients come back to me each year for their annual family portrait session. The kids become comfortable with me from seeing me every year and I

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The Haggard Family | Temecula Family Photographer

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Now that I’m a Temecula Family Photographer, and moved away from the OC, the beach is not the closest location for a session, but when I do go back, I get reminded of how much I love and miss the beach! I don’t shoot at the beach that often, but when I do, this is usually my go to

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The Parker Family | Murrieta Family Photographer

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Being a new Murrieta Family Photographer, means needing to find awesome, unique new locations for my outdoor sessions in my new area. This has quickly become my most favorite location here in the Murrieta, Temecula area. I love that there are so many different spots to shoot at, but most of all, I love the

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Temecula Family Photographer | The Levy Family

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As a Temecula family photographer, I love it when I’m photographing a family this cute! I love seeing this sweet family every year and watching miss Eve grow! Miss Eve grew a lot since her last session with me and I have been photographing her since she was just a few days old. And those

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