HOTEL Co MCRD Family Day 12.21.21
Nellie contacted me because she was so excited to not be the one on her phone to photograph this reunion with her new Marine on Family Day. Let’s be real, Family Day at MCRD is for MOMs! I am so grateful she contacted me to photograph this amazing day and Graduation Day. Check out photos from the day as well as a link to over 500 photos of closeups from the moto run that you can download if you spot your Marine.
See if you can find your marine out of 500 close-up photos 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.
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.