Business Details
Award-Winning Family Portrait Photography San Francisco
Lemonshoots is dedicated to honoring the beauty of family and preserving legacies through timeless wall portraits and heirloom albums. With over a decade of experience in the San Francisco Bay Area, I specialize in creating emotionally resonant art that transforms moments into enduring visual stories. My approach combines refined simplicity with a collaborative process, ensuring each session is tailored to reflect your family's unique narrative. Recognized by WPPI and Professional Photographers of America, I hold both Master of Photography and Photographic Craftsman degrees, distinctions earned through rigorous dedication to technical excellence and artistic mastery. As a board member of the PPA, I contribute to advancing the industry through education and advocacy for artistic standards.Every commissioned piece is meticulously crafted to museum standards, from fine art printing to professional installation, ensuring your family's story occupies a meaningful presence in your home. Safety and care are paramount, particularly with newborn photography, where my certified expertise guarantees gentle handling and peace of mind. The portrait experience extends beyond the session, with personalized guidance on selecting and displaying artwork that harmonizes with your home's aesthetic. Clients consistently praise the seamless, collaborative nature of the process and the exceptional quality of the final products. From maternity to multigenerational portraits, my work ensures your family's milestones are preserved with artistry and dignity.
Services
Maternity Portraits
Newborn Photography
Family Portraits
Wall Art Installation
Heirloom Albums
Highlights and features
- Award-winning photographer with 10+ years of specialized experience
- Personalized portrait experience tailored to your family's unique story
- Museum-quality printing and professional installation services included
- Newborn safety-certified with rigorous handling protocols
- Recognized as 2024 OPPA Photographer of the Year and Platinum Medalist
Associations and certifications
- WPPI (Wedding & Portrait Photographers International)
- Professional Photographers of America
- Master of Photography Degree
- Photographic Craftsman Degree
What people say
Talent
Beautiful album
Artistic flair
Endless patience
Stunning photos
Services
Maternity Portraits
Capture the grace of pregnancy with artistic maternity portraits designed to celebrate new life. Sessions emphasize emotional connection and timeless composition, using natural lighting and personalized styling. Finished artwork becomes a cherished family heirloom displaying the beauty of expectant motherhood.
Newborn Photography
Specialized newborn sessions prioritize safety while creating delicate images of your baby's earliest days. Certified in newborn handling techniques, I create natural compositions that document this fleeting stage. Wall portraits and albums preserve these precious memories with artistic elegance and technical perfection.
Family Portraits
Document your family's story through coordinated portraits that capture relationships across generations. Sessions focus on authentic interactions and timeless aesthetics. Final prints and wall arrangements become centerpieces for home display, reflecting your family's unique dynamic and legacy.
Wall Art Installation
Professional installation ensures your finished portraits achieve their full artistic impact. Custom framing and placement consider your home's architecture and decor. The service includes precise hanging and adjustment to guarantee perfect presentation of your family's new heirloom artwork.
Heirloom Albums
Luxury albums transform portrait sessions into tangible storytelling volumes. Handcrafted with museum-grade materials, each album features curated image sequences that narrate your family's milestones. The design process ensures cohesive visual flow and archival preservation for generations to enjoy.
People
Marcela Limon
Owner & Photographer
Award-winning portrait artist with 10+ years of experience capturing family legacies. Holds Master of Photography and Photographic Craftsman degrees from PPA. Recognized as 2024 OPPA Photographer of the Year, with work featured in WPPI exhibitions.
Questions
What portrait types do you specialize in?
I specialize in maternity, newborn, infant, and family portraits designed as timeless wall art. Each session focuses on capturing authentic connections through artistic compositions.
How long have you been photographing families?
I have been creating family portraits for over a decade, with formal recognition through Professional Photographers of America certifications and multiple industry awards since 2017.
Do you provide physical artwork?
Yes, all commissioned sessions include museum-quality prints. I personally deliver and install wall portraits, and provide handcrafted albums for complete storytelling experiences.
What safety measures exist for newborns?
I maintain active newborn safety certifications and use specialized posing techniques. Sessions prioritize baby's comfort with multiple breaks, and all props are meticulously sanitized between uses.
How does the ordering process work?
After your session, we'll schedule a design appointment to select images that best match your home decor. I'll guide your choices and ensure proper sizing for your display spaces.
What investment is required?
Booking fees start at $450, with wall portraits beginning at $900 and custom albums starting at $4000. Investment varies based on session complexity and final product selections.
Reviews (6)
Tom Matta
Oct 21, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality
We had a great experience with Marcela and Lemonshoots. We have amazing pictures, a beautiful keepsake book, a large canvas, prints, and the thumb drive of the digital files. The quality of the physical items is excellent. We hope to work with her again when our baby is older.
We had a great experience with Marcela and Lemonshoots. We have amazing pictures, a beautiful keepsake book, a large canvas, prints, and the thumb drive of the digital files. The quality of the physical items is excellent. We hope to work with her again when our baby is older.
Kristine Singh Gounder
Oct 15, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
One word to describe my experience with Marcela at Lemonshoots...AMAZING!! She made my vision come true with my Maternity Shoot. This was everything I dreamed of. I'm truly in love with my pictures! Very highly recommended.
One word to describe my experience with Marcela at Lemonshoots...AMAZING!! She made my vision come true with my Maternity Shoot. This was everything I dreamed of. I'm truly in love with my pictures! Very highly recommended.
Tatiana Herren
Apr 24, 2021
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I love my babys portraits! Marcela truly has the magic touch! I was so nervous bringing my 1wk old in, but Marcela made me (and my baby!) feel comfortable and relaxed. I was able to feed and change diaper in the studio prior to the session. The studio is very clean and has a full changing station. Marcela is so kind and made this a very positive and calm experience! Thank you Marcela!
Wendy Tu
Apr 23, 2021
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I promise you, no one else can be as sweet and gentle with your newborn than Marcela. As a new mom, I was a bit apprehensive about someone other than myself and my husband handling our 3-week old baby but Marcela made us feel incredibly safe and comfortable in her clean and beautiful studio. Our appointment was at the beginning of January 2021 so fears about Covid were still high. She sanitized the studio right before we arrived. We were asked to remove our shoes and wash our hands. She allowed me to nurse baby Quinn for as long as she needed. When we were ready to start, she sanitized her hands
Laura Serghiou
Apr 04, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Our experience with our family photoshoot at Lemonshoots was nothing short of delightful. Marcela is truly a master at calming the baby and gently handling it so it feels absolutely comfortable. The results of her work are stunning. We can't wait to go back again when our little one is 6 months old.
Our experience with our family photoshoot at Lemonshoots was nothing short of delightful. Marcela is truly a master at calming the baby and gently handling it so it feels absolutely comfortable. The results of her work are stunning. We can't wait to go back again when our little one is 6 months old.
Franny O.
Mar 19, 2021
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I had the best experience with Marcela from the first moment we talked on the phone. She is authentic and sweet. She was excited to get to know my personal experience with my pregnancy. In her photos she was able to capture my joy and the love me and my partner felt with expecting our first baby girl. Marcela is not only professional and talented. She is knowledgeable on how to handle newborns and keep them cozy during the photo shoot. She will give you beautiful pictures capturing this special moment in your life that will last a lifetime for you and your family to enjoy. I highly highly recommend