CHARLIE Co MCRD Family Day 02.03.22
Charlie Company - 1st Recruit Training Battalion
I am so grateful to be invited by multiple families every week to be an important part of their Marine’s special day at MCRD.
If you see me tomorrow, on graduation day, please say Hi! I’m the bald girl with a brown double camera harness on. I am SO blessed to be able to do this for YOUR families; my heart truly lies here, serving you in a different way.
Close-up photos for clients taken on family day today 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.
Client Sneak Peeks
Here are just a few of the 250+ photos taken in the day. Head over to the gallery, linked above, to see if you can spot your Marine!
PST…. If you made it thus far, Thank YOU for supporting my Business that solely puts food on my kid’s table.
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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.
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Start here if you’re looking to feel seen, supported, and surrounded by others who truly get it.