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.

[life] is a jewel

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We visited the Jewel of the California Missions this weekend. It was a beautiful day and the kids loved just walking around the old ruins. I forget about it until I drive by once in awhile and then think of going to see it. Merrik and Maliea especially loved the koi ponds and the gift shop.

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[photography] is a rugged and stunning location | socal family photographer

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Merrik and I scouted an out of the way, rugged beach for a photo session the other day. It is located in San Clemente State Beach system and was the most perfect spot for this mom looking to set out on a new career path so she can have more time with her two adorable kids. . . . → Read More: [photography] is a rugged and stunning location | socal family photographer

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[life] is a family gathering

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We ended up spending Thanksgiving with my family this year for a change. It’s been awhile because we usually go to Coronado or the local mountains with Jim’s family. It was an easy and relaxing day. I made wild rice with cranberries and toasted pecans and a cold cauliflower salad with capers that sounds gross but . . . → Read More: [life] is a family gathering

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[life] is a rad running race

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Merrik went to a classmates 5th birthday party that was planned out in detail by the birthday boy. From the running race to the pit stop with water and oranges, he wanted it to be like a real 10K for kids. They all had a blast and were exhausted after a full lap around the park, . . . → Read More: [life] is a rad running race

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[life] is a day at Merrik’s school

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I love to go in to Merrik’s school and capture the joy and playfulness of the kids there. Of course I am supposed to be supervising them too so sometimes what makes for a great shot is not the safest or most appropriate behavior on the playground so I need to control myself (and the kids . . . → Read More: [life] is a day at Merrik’s school

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[photography] is a location scout

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Merrik tagged along on my location scout today. He had to pee the whole time so I tried to encourage him to find a spot next to a bush. He loves to do it that way at home when there is an opportunity. However, I don’t know if it was the unstable cliffs or the dense . . . → Read More: [photography] is a location scout

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