Black and white silhouettes against Japanese shoji screens in a traditional room.
Playful selfies taken at sunset on a beach with sunglasses.

Get to know the photographer

Family & Lifestyle Portraits

Hi, I’m Erika Vanessa, and my love affair with photography began when I was ten, thanks to a school project and my aunt who let me borrow her camera. Today, as a mom of three and a photographer based in Los Angeles, CA, my style is all about creating cinematic, true-to-color family portraits. I believe that your family's story deserves to be captured with depth and vibrancy, preserving every genuine moment as a timeless work of art. While Southern California is home, my passport is ready—I love traveling all over the world to tell beautiful stories wherever they unfold.

A few more facts about me

Group photo under vibrant red torii gates at Japanese shrine.
I've started the business

At the age of 30

I'm obsessed with

the beach

My perfect hobby

Hiking

my dream trip

iceland and scotland

coffee or tea

coffee

favorite color

Purple

A visitor wearing a beige coat smiles while exploring a traditional Japanese shrine with red and green architecture.
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