When you are a family photographer in Mesa, Arizona, sometimes driving a bit is totally worth it. This stunning spot in Phoenix is about an hour and a half from my home…

As a family photographer in Mesa, Arizona, I don’t often trek over to Phoenix for photoshoots! This family lived quite a bit further West than me, so we decided to meet in the middle at this gorgeous location in Phoenix!

Pines AND snow?! These are things I don’t get to see often as a Mesa, Arizona, family photographer, and it was such a wonderful surprise when we arrived in Flagstaff!

Golden hour as a family photographer in Mesa, Arizona, is my absolute favorite time to work with families.

As a Mesa, Arizona, family photographer, we very rarely see such pretty fall colors!