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Looking for some great family-friendly things to do in Carlsbad? As a long-time resident, mom of 6 and owner of Tristan Quigley Photography I am always asked to recommend the best things to do in Carlsbad by out-of-town clients. Carlsbad and the surrounding area have so much to offer when it comes to family activities. Between […]

Thinking about breastfeeding your new baby? Hi! I’m Tristan. As a San Diego maternity & newborn photographer and mom of 6, I have a special spot in my heart for breastfeeding. The science behind it all is pretty fascinating. Check out these interesting facts you may not know about! 1. “Liquid Gold” a.k.a Colostrum Colostrum, […]

The ultimate goal of a pregnant mother is to enjoy a full-term pregnancy that results in a healthy baby. A big factor in that is knowing your health is actually the priority. Babies will take everything they need straight from your body to nourish theirs. Trust me, it doesn’t stop when they are teenagers either. […]

When is the best time for a session with a La Jolla maternity photographer? I’ve been a professional San Diego & La Jolla maternity photographer who also specializes in newborns & families for over 10 years. I know this time in your life is exciting! Let’s talk about the ideal time for your maternity photography […]

Thinking about hiring a professional San Diego senior photographer? Look no further! Hi! I’m Tristan. I’ve been a San Diego senior photographer who also specializes in maternity, newborn and family photography. Senior year of high school marks a lot of milestones for the average teenager. It’s often their last year at home with their parents. […]

Happy 1st birthday to this gorgeous little one. When mom contacted me for a first birthday session, I couldn’t wait to start planning the perfect session for them. Indoor cake smash sessions seem to be the norm, but I loved beach cake smash at one of San Diego’s beautiful shorelines. She was pretty timid when […]

Surprise Engagement Photography Session Hi everyone! I just wanted to share a recent surprise engagement photography session I recently shot in San Diego, CA. After I got the call from the groom-to-be a few weeks prior, I couldn’t wait to capture this special moment in their lives. We had planned the session on their anniversary […]

Holiday Mini Sessions Hi everyone! Fall is in full swing now and the holidays are right around the corner. I am announcing my holiday mini sessions that will begin in November in San Diego, CA. These session are available on a first come, first serve basis & sell out quickly. The location this year will be […]