HOTEL Co MCRD Graduation Day 12.22.21
I am SO glad to have been booked by the Jimenez family for Hotel Company on Family Day and Graduation Day.
1200 close up photos taken on family day and graduation day here.
**Disclaimer ** I am not affiliated or contracted by the Military/MCRD. By hiring me prior to your event, I am your guest and there to capture your family for personal use. One or more person in every photo has an active photo release to Morning Owl Fine Art Photography or is a general overview photo that has been contracted to be taken for personal use.
It is a bitter sweet moment in my career as I say goodbye to 8 years of my own military service and I transition to self employed photographer; my last day activated at Naval Special Warfare Command is the 31st of December!
Here are just a few of the 1200+ photos taken of the day with some behind the scenes of me shooting portrait photos.
Here’s a link to my blog post for Hotel Company Family Day.
PST…. If you made it thus far, head over to MCRD Friends and Family Facebook group for a hefty 40% coupon code for digital downloads!
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Blog and journal entires for San Diego Event and Portrait Photographer. Tips, tricks, and must haves for Military Events and Milestones such as Change of Command Ceremonies, Retirements, Commissionings, Reenlistments, Pre and Post Deployment Homecomings, award ceremonies, graduations, funerals, studio flag portraits and more.
Portraiture work include Newborns, maternity, family, extended family vacation sessions, couples, branding, children milestones, studio work and more.
Good Reads for New Military MoMs (Mom of a Marine) | 2025
As a San Diego-based veteran, military photographer, and mother myself, I know firsthand the pride and emotional weight that comes with watching your child become a United States Marine. Whether you're preparing for that first letter from Boot Camp or holding your breath until graduation day, these handpicked reads are for you.
Each book in this 2025 list has been chosen to help new Marine moms find comfort, understanding, and strength—from heartfelt journals to honest stories from fellow military parents. From Be Safe, Love Mom to Rise Up Military Moms, these resources offer more than just information—they offer connection.
Start here if you’re looking to feel seen, supported, and surrounded by others who truly get it.