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Capture The Moments That Matter Most: Family Photography Sessions With Brystan Studios

by | | Couples, Family and Kids, Products

The phrase “time flies” seems like an understatement in the grand scheme of things, doesn’t it?

Looking back on some of our favorite moments with our children, spouses, and parents… it seems like these precious pieces of our past speed by too quickly. Trying to reminisce about our favorite moments with the people we love can sometimes leave us with a sense of whiplash as we attempt to rewind the clock and fully enjoy those unpredictable occasions of pure, unbridled joy. It’s easy to take the joyous moments with the people we love for granted, but what if we could stop time for just a moment?

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With Brystan Studios, we can push pause on the laughter, the tears of joy, and the generational celebration that you only seem to appreciate after the moment has passed. You can memorialize the beautiful moments you and your family share with a simple camera shutter click.

I have been catering to the Orange County, Laguna Beach, and Newport Coast areas for years, utilizing the idyllic natural backdrop our beaches offer to cultivate fun portrait sessions and stunning products for every family that works with Brystan Studios.

As much as I love the actual portrait session, one of my favorite parts of creating these works of art for families is seeing their albums, portraits, and other products tie the household together. We strive to ensure every product you purchase blends in with the aesthetic your household works to uphold. Still, it’s incredible to see how anything from a massive family portrait to a coffee table album can help complete a room and turn a house into a home.

And now…

Not only can you capture these special moments with your significant other and children. You can invite your parents, grandparents, and grandchildren into the mix. Make new memories with three (or even four) generations of loved ones present, creating precious heirlooms that your family will cherish for years to come.

Are you ready to capture timeless moments with your loved ones?

Call us today at (949) 831-3774 or click here to book your consultation. It’s time to make your family portraits shine!

P.S. Don’t forget to ask about Family Films during your consultation! I promise you won’t regret it.

Preparing for Your Professional Photoshoot

by | | Business Branding

Professional photoshoots are your chance to build your brand. In today’s environment, showing who you are can be just as important as showing what you do. Beach location shoots have given our clients the perfect chance to create that balance.

To help you prepare for your location shoot, we’re sharing tips on how you can showcase the best parts of who you are.

Design Your Theme

Your shoot includes a consultation session where we discuss what you want to achieve. This is an important step in planning for your shoot and goes beyond determining what professional persona you want to showcase. Your personality as an individual is why business will want to work with you, so this is a great opportunity to reflect and determine how you want to represent yourself.

Plan Your Look

In addition to the aesthetic of your photoshoot, you’ll want to plan outfits, accessories, makeup and hair that match the vibe. You’ll want to do this at least a few weeks in advance of your shoot (our team will schedule a consultation with you to discuss). It is helpful to come prepared with some inspirational shots you have found on your own. This is a good time to think about how many outfits you will want and if you can reduce the number of changes by repeating certain clothing items or accessories with slight tweaks.

Take Care of Your Body

During the planning phase, you’ll have scheduled a date, set your aesthetic and planned your looks. One important step in preparing for your photoshoot is taking care of your body and preparing it for the day of. The week before your shoot, maintain a healthy, sodium- and starch-light diet to avoid uncomfortable bloating. We also recommend drinking plenty of water and limit alcohol intake (avoid it if possible) to help avoid dull and dry skin. Most importantly, get your beauty rest!

Learn More About Business & Branding Sessions

If you’re wondering whether an Orange County beach photoshoot is right for you, give us a call at (949) 831-3774 to discuss, or click here for our contact form to schedule your session with Brystan Studios.

Summertime Beach Shoots

by | | Business Branding, Couples, Family and Kids, Lori Brystan, Senior Portrait

Walking on sand and watching the waves is just one of the reasons to love summers on the beach. It’s the calm we need and crave before returning to the hustle and bustle of back to school, busy season at the office, and prepping for the holidays. It’s a moment in time to savor.

This summer, our team had the amazing opportunity to create beautiful works of art, capturing moments to remember on the beach. It was an experience we couldn’t resist sharing with you.

The sand between your toes, the sun kissing your little one’s cheeks, and dipping into the soothing waters. These are just a few reasons to go to the beach with your family. The beach is a place you can build fond memories that last a lifetime while tickling the brain and imagination and activating “play mode.” Capturing these memories can help you savor those precious moments to last throughout the year and seasons to come.

Senior Portraits are a once in a lifetime moment to capture. They are a reminder to forever look back on that time between childhood and adulthood. Senior Portraits at the beach are unlike any other photoshoot experience and give a unique look and feel that stands out. When you’re at the beach, you’re your most natural, beautiful self and it’s a wonderful backdrop for a candid moments throughout the entire session.

Even professional shoots to boost your business are a great fit for beach photoshoots. When you’re at the beach, you can unplug and recharge, which can create the perfect candid moments to capture on camera. Many professionals feel they have to do professional photoshoots in the environment they work in, but as social trends have shown us, it’s great to show your social and professional network the many sides of who you are. And, a beachside photoshoot is a great opportunity to do just that!

Learn More About Beach Photoshoot Sessions

If you’re wondering whether an Orange County beach photoshoot is right for you, give us a call at (949) 831-3774 to discuss, or click here for our contact form to schedule your session with Brystan Studios.

Limited Time Special Offer: $200 off any location session purchased by Sept. 15. *Sessions are limited*

Orange County Mothers Day Portraits

by | | Family and Kids

Mom’s are amazing. And Mother is such an incredible title. Our amazing life literally comes from them and as long as they share this world with us they are always there for us. Here in Orange County Mothers Day portraits are a special gift for your special super woman. Give your mother a gift that all of you will remember forever. Maybe it’s a beautiful portrait of your mom displaying her classic beauty like this one I shot of my own mother, speaking of timeless…

Maybe the most prominent mother at this time in your life is your wife or daughter or maybe a friend who is a new mom. Gift them a Signature Session and add-on a few extras like extra people or a location and come in with babies, kids or husband and create portraits that you will cherish for a lifetime.

Capture these unforgettable moments that the entire family and circle of friends will cherish throughout the growing up years. It passes so quickly, don’t miss it.

Buy a gift certificate now for your Mother’s Day Signature Session with Lori Brystan. Brystan Studios is your best choice for Orange County Mothers Day portraits.