Lisa Richmond

I’ve been photographing this family for so long—mostly annually—that I’ve honestly lost track of exactly how many sessions we’ve shared. What I do know is that somewhere along the way, the little kids I once photographed became adults(mine included), and now they’re all finding their own ways in the world. I LOVE returning to the same family(and this family especially) year after year and watching the story unfold. The locations change. The kids get taller. Life gets busier. Sometimes everyone is scattered in different places. But there are still these little pockets of time when everyone is together, and we…

Welcome, Baby Hailee! 💕 At just 5 days old, this sweet little girl was already such a treat to photograph. And this session was another one of those beautiful full-circle moments that makes my heart smile. Hailee’s mama was in daycare with my children, and her grandmother was my oldest daughter’s first-grade teacher. What a small and special world! Hailee was mostly a sleepy little dream for our session, with the sweetest little smiles popping through here and there. I absolutely loved watching Ashlynn and Wyatt so carefully and lovingly care for their new little one. The tenderness between them…

My husband, Jeff and I don’t usually wear two hats at a wedding. We’re either there as guests or I’m there as the photographer. But every once in a while, there are people who have been part of your life for so long that the lines blur in the best possible way. For Jack and Dana, there was never a question. I’ve been photographing Jack’s family since he was a toddler. Over the years, I’ve watched birthdays, milestones, and seasons of life unfold through our friendship and through my camera. For years, Jeff and Bob, Jack’s dad—worked together, and years…

Wow, these kinds of stories blow me away. I mean, what are the chances? Some love stories feel destined, and Courtney and Christian’s is one of them. After finding each other as teenagers, spending decades apart, and ultimately reconnecting, their story is a beautiful reminder that true love can endure time, distance, and life’s unexpected twists. Some stories are best told in the first person….from Courtney and Christian’s wedding website: “We first met each other in 1990, in the Diablo Valley College parking lot, when Christian was 16, and Courtney was 14. There was an instant connection, and we felt…

This was Paisley in 2017, the first time I met the Heather family. Nine years later, everyone is growing up. Seeing Paisley, Megan, and Robert again was a reminder of just how quickly the years pass. While so much has changed since that first session, the connection and love within this family remain exactly the same. I loved this session and spending time with them! Paisley Fall in El Dorado County…. I can’t get enough of Miss Paisley….

I first photographed Madison as a preschooler, and these portraits were taken just one day before her high school graduation. It’s rare to photograph a senior so close to such a major milestone, and I enjoyed having the chance to spend this time with her before the celebrations began. A dedicated FFA member, she spends much of her time caring for and showing livestock. Her biggest passion, though, is horses. She enjoys riding, competing, spending time with her animals, and being outdoors. There is a quiet determination about Madison that comes from early mornings, long days, and the willingness to…

Kaitlyn and Jake chose Camp Lotus for all the right reasons. Between the river, the trees, and the relaxed atmosphere, it’s the kind of venue that makes everyone slow down and enjoy the moment. Plus, Kaitlyn and Jake LOVE the river. After their wedding celebration and the several weddings I have photographed there, I have wondered — is Camp Lotus magical because it sits beside the river, or because couples like them choose it as the place to begin their marriage? For Kaitlyn and Jake, it was probably both. Congratulations! Venue: Camp Lotus Wedding Coordinator: Amanda Roy and Storybook Weddings…

Bryce, Vista Del Lago, Class of 2026, brought a relaxed, confident energy to his senior session and is ready for his next adventure at the University of Utah, where he’ll study finance and accounting this fall. He’s especially looking forward to taking advantage of all the skiing Utah has to offer. This summer, Bryce will be coaching lacrosse, one of the many sports he enjoys alongside basketball, football, skiing, and paddleboarding. When he’s not playing sports, he enjoys hanging out with friends, spending time at the lake, hiking, and listening to music. His advice for incoming high school students: explore…

It’s so special getting to walk alongside my couples through some of the biggest milestones in their lives. From photographing their wedding day to now capturing the beginning of their journey into parenthood, it is a privilege I never take for granted. Watching love grow into family is one of the sweetest parts of my work. Little Raelynn June is especially treasured — a true miracle baby for Lindsey and Adam. Seeing them step into this new chapter as parents was incredibly emotional and beautiful. Little Raelynn is already surrounded by so much love. Typically, my newborn sessions take place…