Hi there! My name is Kristianne Koch Riddle. I am a photographer based in San Clemente, CA and this is my photo blog. I have been passionate about photography for over 20 years. I am also passionate about surfing, sailing and yoga but haven't been able to do as much of those things as I like since having my 2 beautiful kids. I don't like crowds or trendy things.

My blog is where I share my thoughts and a selection of favorite photographs I have made: portrait sessions, my family adventures, personal studies and fine art images part of a series.

I am so glad you stopped by for a visit.

As a vocational photographer, I bring to you, my clients, a fine art photographer's eye and a commercial photographer's preparation and technical skills. I love to spend time with families creating memorable, artistic, storytelling images of their time together. I also love designing out beautiful, contemporary ways to display your images: whether it be a custom session album or framed or mounted print clusters for your walls.

View my portrait portfolio or my fine art portfolio to see more of my photography.

[photography] is a day trip

A couple of weeks ago we spent the better part of a day with Rebecca Lacko and her awesome boys. I posted the photos from our outing and now Rebecca has written her side of the story with great info on making the visit to Dana Point Harbor work for you.

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[life] is an expectant mom

My good friend, Jeanine, from college who originally inspired me to go into photography in the first place recently put out a call for gently used baby items for her friend Kelly. Kelly’s husband is in the Navy and will be deployed when she is to give birth so Jeanine thought it would be nice to . . . → Read More: [life] is an expectant mom

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[photography] is a beautiful album of memories

I just want to remind everyone that I can help you with your session albums. I have found the most gorgeous albums and books to bind your memories into yummy handcrafted pieces of art.

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Kristianne Koch specializes in on-location portrait photography for the contemporary family and child for all of Southern California. . . . → Read More: [photography] is a beautiful album of memories

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[life] is sailing Polynesia

So I took a look in the ol’ Log of the Sailing Vessel Pelican the other day and I noticed that on this day in history (2000) we were heading to Haapiti. One of the most amazing surf breaks and anchorages ever. We hit it on a day that was out of control outside the reef. . . . → Read More: [life] is sailing Polynesia

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[photography] is an awesome location

I have been racking my brain for some awesome new locations for my holiday “Short But Sweet” sessions. I usually choose a spot and settle in for a couple of hours in the morning and evening on two different days as you come with your family for your 20 min of fame. These sessions cost $75 . . . → Read More: [photography] is an awesome location

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[photography + life] is a picture of my two babes

While I was taking a picture of a wicker trunk this morning that I want to sell, Maliea climbed up in the rocking chair in our master bedroom. Of course, as soon as Merrik saw her there, he followed suit. Maliea was in that chair so happy by herself but Merrik jumped in and squeezed her . . . → Read More: [photography + life] is a picture of my two babes

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