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Carlsbad Family Photographer

We love capturing your family in our Carlsbad portrait studio.

Lovely Baby Photography Studio is based in Carlsbad, CA – just outside of San Diego

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I offer family sessions throughout the year in my portrait studio. Depending on the session type you book I do have wardrobe options available for mom, as well as outfits for kids up to the age of eight.  I love being able to take all of the work out of the process for your busy family.  

I do offer a lot of sessions in the fall, and my calendar does fill up early.  So contact me as soon as possible if you’re looking for a session this fall!

Six family members pose together in coordinated white and navy outfits against a light-colored studio backdrop. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725

Woman in a white dress sits on a cream-colored sofa holding a baby in a white outfit, with a bouquet of white flowers on a small table nearby. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A woman in a long, cream-colored dress is standing and holding a smiling baby, both facing the camera against a plain white background. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
Three young children stand together indoors wearing coordinated cream-colored formal outfits. Two girls in lace dresses and a boy in a vest and pants pose barefoot near white flowers. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A man stands beside a woman sitting on a stool with a young child on her lap. All three wear light-colored, casual clothing against a plain white background. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A man, woman, and young girl pose together in light-colored outfits in front of a textured backdrop with pampas grass and a stool. The girl wears a flower crown. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A woman in a blue gown sits on a white couch with two young children in pastel dresses, surrounded by light-colored flowers and a stool with a floral arrangement. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
Three young girls wearing light pink dresses sit together on a small white bench, smiling in front of a floral backdrop with pink and white flowers. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A woman and a man stand together holding a smiling baby against a light, neutral background. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A woman in a sheer, off-the-shoulder dress stands beside a seated young girl in a white dress and floral headband, both with long dark hair against a light background. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A man, woman, and baby pose together, all smiling. The man and baby wear matching checkered outfits; the woman wears a black top and plaid skirt. The baby stands on a wooden stool. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A woman and a young girl in matching light beige dresses sit together, smiling at the camera against a plain, light-colored backdrop. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A family of four poses together on a bench against a white background, with two adults and two young children, all smiling and casually dressed in neutral colors. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
Two young children sit on a white background, both wearing matching tan sweaters and grey leggings. The older child is smiling, while the younger looks slightly to the side. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A woman sits on the floor with two young children. One child sits on her lap, and a baby sits beside them. All are wearing neutral-toned clothing against a plain white background. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A woman in a long red dress poses with two young girls, both wearing matching red dresses and headbands, against a plain gray background. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A family of four poses together in a studio, all wearing white tops and blue jeans. The father holds a baby, while the mother and older child stand on either side. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A family of four poses in a studio. The mother and two daughters wear matching red dresses, while the father wears a navy blue shirt and pants. The background is plain gray. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
Young boy sits on the floor, smiling and hugging a younger girl wearing a floral headband and light dress, both looking slightly upward. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A smiling couple poses with a young child, all wearing white outfits, against a plain white background.
A family of four poses together; two adults stand behind a smiling baby and a young boy, all looking at the camera against a light background. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
Woman with long dark hair holds a baby dressed in a light cream dress and headband, both facing the camera and smiling against a neutral floral background. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A man stands behind a seated woman holding a baby. All three are smiling and dressed in light-colored, formal clothing against a neutral background. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A woman in a ruffled cream dress stands beside a seated man in a white shirt holding a baby in a white dress; all three face the camera and smile. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A woman and two children sit together on a round chair in a light, airy room with soft pink dresses and flower arrangements. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A family of four poses against a plain white background. An adult man holds a baby, standing next to a woman and an older boy. All are dressed in white tops and jeans. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
Three children dressed in white and cream clothing pose together in a bright studio with floral decorations and a neutral background. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A family of five poses in front of a white background, all wearing white tops and blue jeans. The parents stand behind, with three children in front; one child sits on a stool. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A woman in a ruffled pink gown holds a baby also dressed in pink, standing in front of a floral backdrop with white columns and pastel flowers. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A woman sits on a stool with a baby on her lap and a young boy standing beside her, all barefoot and facing the camera against a plain white background. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A young child stands holding a white decorative bench while an older girl sits on it, both wearing white sweaters, against a plain white background. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
Three adults, two children, a baby, and an elderly man and woman pose together against a white background, dressed in white tops and dark pants or dresses. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A woman sits on the floor with legs crossed, holding a baby on her lap. Both wear light-colored clothes against a plain white background. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
Five young children in light-colored, formal outfits pose together in a studio, seated and standing around a white bench against a neutral background. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A baby wearing a white shirt and light-colored pants sits on a round white platform against a plain white background. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
Five young children dressed in coordinated light-colored outfits stand together and smile in front of a neutral backdrop. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A man and woman stand together with a smiling baby on a wooden stool in front of them. The adults wear light-colored clothes; the woman is in a sheer, off-shoulder dress. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
A woman in a white dress sits on a wooden stool, holding a baby dressed in white. Both face the camera against a plain white background. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
Five barefoot children in light-colored, coordinated outfits stand and sit together against a neutral studio backdrop, smiling at the camera. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
Five people, including two children, pose and smile together outdoors around a decorative tiled fountain with plants and a Mediterranean-style building in the background.
Silhouette of two adults lifting a child at the beach during sunset, with colorful clouds filling the sky.
A girl in a white dress and a boy in a light blue shirt stand together in a garden with pink flowers and greenery, both smiling at the camera.
A family of five sits on a fallen log outdoors, all smiling at the camera. There are three children and two adults, with trees and dry grass in the background.
A family of four poses outdoors on a rocky path surrounded by desert plants, all smiling at the camera.
A family of four stands outdoors on a wooded path, smiling at the camera. The parents stand behind their young daughter and son. The setting is lush with trees and greenery.
A boy in a gray shirt and beige pants stands next to a smiling girl in glasses and a purple top with a light skirt; both are outdoors by a building with reflective glass.
Woman in a white off-shoulder dress holds a young child wearing a white shirt and beige pants, both facing the camera and smiling against a plain white background.
A family of four stands on a sunny park path, dressed in soft pastel and neutral colors, smiling and posing together by a wooden fence.

offering studio portraits in our san diego area portrait studio, year round

Stacey only shoots family sessions in studio, so we can work around your schedule and not have to worry about outdoor weather conditions or lighting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

I photograph one family session per day at my Carlsbad studio, so my diary fills up quickly – I recommend getting in touch a few weeks before you’d like your session. Every booking starts with a consultation where we plan your session together, so the earlier we talk, the more relaxed the whole experience feels.

Don’t worry – that’s my job. I keep a full studio wardrobe with outfits for the whole family, and I’ll help you style everyone so you look coordinated without being matchy. Professional hair and makeup is available as an add-on, so you can arrive and simply enjoy the session.

My family photography sessions take place at my studio in Carlsbad, and I welcome families from right across the greater San Diego area. With a full wardrobe available for the whole family and a private studio space, everything is taken care of before you arrive. Families travel to me from Carlsbad, Carmel Valley, Coronado, Del Mar, Encinitas, La Jolla, Oceanside, Rancho Santa Fe, San Clemente, San Diego, and Solana Beach. Click your area to learn more about family photography near you.

HUNDREDS and hundreds OF FAMILIES HAVE TRUSTED US WITH THEIR PRECIOUS MEMORIES

from past clients

  • I really wanted editorial-style newborn photos and Stacey exceeded my expectations! Throughout the entire process, Stacey was very communicative and great to work with. She listens to her clients and runs a well-organized business. As first-time parents, my husband and I were concerned about baby’s exposure to germs. I also appreciated the fact that Stacey goes through the photo selection process in person. It’s so much easier, and it was nice to have her professional input. The photos arrived digitally to us in less than a week and they were gorgeous. I will definitely be using her services again for future family photo shoots!
    Eliza Jane Smith
  • Our experience with Stacey was wonderful! We came in for a cake smash photo with an added family session, and had so many great photos to choose from. The hardest part was picking only a handful because we loved so many. Stacey was really great with the kids – I was nervous that we weren’t going to be able to get genuine smiles, but she made them feel comfortable and made it fun. She is very responsive in her communication and it was easy to talk through my vision and get scheduled for the shoot. Highly recommend!
    Caroline Belen
  • Stacey is truly the best baby photographer. Both my girls have taken their cake smash photos with her and each image is beautiful. She has a huge selection of background choices and will even customize one for you if she doesn’t have what you’re looking for, as she did for us. We will definitely be returning for family portraits.
    Mayra Escobosa
  • Stacey was so wonderful to work with to photograph our son and daughter. It was our son’s first birthday and she did a great job working with him as he was on the move during the photoshoot. She handled a one year old and three year old really well, and we loved how our pictures turned out.

    Her studio has so many outfit options and back drops so it was fun to choose. Plus, she provided the outfits that aesthetically work with the backdrop so that was great that we only had to show up with the kiddos. I would hire her again. Highly recommend!
    Monica Fallone
  • We had an absolutely incredible experience with Lovely Baby Photography!! Stacey captured both our maternity & newborn sessions perfectly – our galleries are absolutely gorgeous & way beyond our expectations. Her skill at working with newborns was extra impressive – she nailed every pose & we have such fun + unique photos. I would highly recommend her & will be reaching out to her again in the near future. Thank you for sharing your talents, Stacey!!
    Stephanie Baker
  • Definitely will be back when we have baby #2 to have Stacey take the photos for maternity and newborn. Very professional and would recommend anyone and everyone to her.
    Brianna M.

  • Stacey is literally the baby whisperer. I had also brought my son to her for his newborn photos, cake smash, halloween and holiday photos. I am a repeat customer so that should say a lot!
    Michelle R
  • She has a wonderful collection of dresses so you don’t need to stress out about the wardrobe. She worked amazingly with my entire family of 5 (kids 5,15,19) and captured so many great shots!
    Chanel J

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We take on a limited number of portrait sessions each year to ensure a thoughtful, fully guided experience from start to finish. 

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  • A woman in a white dress holds a sleeping newborn dressed in pink, both facing the camera against a light, neutral background. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh
  • Newborn baby wrapped in a light blue blanket, sleeping inside a round basket on a soft blue background.
  • Pregnant woman in a sheer white gown sits sideways, holding her belly, with flowing fabric extending behind her against a white background.
  • Newborn baby sleeping on a crescent moon prop, surrounded by white flowers and soft fabrics, against a neutral background.
  • Baby in a khaki outfit and crown sits next to a white cake, with jungle-themed first birthday decorations in the background.

Lovely Baby Photography is a maternity and baby photography studio in Carlsbad, CA, a North County suburb of San Diego and proud member of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce. We specialize in natural newborn photography, outdoor and studio maternity photography, cake smash sessions, and family photography. Let us capture those precious timeless moments to cherish forever. Call us for a free no-obligation consultation so we can get to know you.