Business Details
10 Years
experience
Photographer & Wellness Coach in Long Beach, CA
As the founder of Morgan Shidler Photography, I have dedicated my career to capturing authentic moments through a lens of joy and creativity. With a professional photography journey beginning in 2016, my work spans headshots, family portraits, events, and travel, rooted in a lifelong passion for visual storytelling. My approach combines technical expertise with a deep commitment to making clients feel seen and celebrated. Beyond photography, I developed the Hustle & Play frameworka tool born from personal burnout recoveryto help individuals and teams prioritize play for sustainable wellness.Through coaching, workshops, and retreats, I guide clients in aligning their values with daily practices, fostering both personal and professional growth. My work reflects a belief in the transformative power of intentional presence and creative expression.
Services
Photography Services
Hustle & Play Framework
Wellness Coaching
Workshops
Retreats
Corporate Wellness Programs
Photojournalism
Travel Photography
Online Galleries
Print Ordering
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer photography sessions that prioritize your comfort and authenticity.
- Our Hustle & Play framework helps clients sustain wellness through play.
- Experienced in facilitating workshops and wellness retreats.
- Client-centered approach ensuring personalized and enjoyable experiences.
- Combines photography with wellness coaching for holistic client support.
What people say
Life changing
Exceptionally strong coach
Authentic photos
Enhanced experience
Deep revelations
Services
Photography Services
Offering headshots, family portraits, events, and travel photography, these sessions prioritize client comfort and authenticity. Using a blend of technical skill and creative intuition, the goal is to capture genuine moments that reflect each client's unique story and personality. Services are available globally, with a focus on Long Beach, CA, the Bay Area, and Fort Collins, CO.
Hustle & Play Framework
A journal/planner framework designed to help individuals align daily actions with core values through play. Originally created to combat burnout, it now supports personal and professional growth via peer learning groups, workshops, and retreats. The tool fosters sustainable wellness by encouraging intentional reflection and balanced living.
Wellness Coaching
One-on-one and group coaching sessions focus on burnout prevention, value alignment, and sustainable wellness. Drawing from personal experience and facilitation expertise, the coaching emphasizes play as a pathway to purpose. Clients gain tools to enhance both personal fulfillment and professional impact through structured reflection and goal-setting.
Workshops & Retreats
Interactive workshops and wellness retreats provide communal learning experiences centered on the Hustle & Play framework. These events, like the Flow into Intentional Pause Retreat, combine skill-building with peer connection. Participants explore balancing productivity and self-care while fostering deeper insights into their personal and professional journeys.
Corporate Wellness Programs
Customizable programs for organizations seeking to improve employee wellness and team cohesion. Services include workshops, coaching models, and retreats tailored to workplace needs. The focus is on creating sustainable systems for work-life balance, burnout prevention, and leveraging team strengths to enhance collective impact through play-based strategies.
People
Morgan Shidler
Founder & Photographer
Photographer and creator of the Hustle & Play framework, Morgan combines artistic storytelling with wellness coaching. With a decade of experience in education and facilitation, she helps clients capture authentic moments while prioritizing sustainable wellness through play and intentional living.
Questions
What is the Hustle & Play framework?
Hustle & Play is a journaling and planning tool designed to help individuals align daily actions with core values through play. It supports burnout prevention and sustainable wellness via structured reflection and peer learning groups.
What photography services do you offer?
Services include headshots, family portraits, events, photojournalism, and travel photography. Sessions focus on capturing authentic moments while ensuring client comfort and enjoyment during the process.
How does wellness coaching work?
Coaching combines the Hustle & Play framework with personalized guidance to help clients prioritize play, prevent burnout, and align actions with values. Options include one-on-one sessions, group workshops, and retreats.
Where are services available?
Photography and wellness services are offered globally, with primary locations in Long Beach, CA; the Bay Area; and Fort Collins, CO. Virtual coaching and workshops are available internationally.
How do I book a photography session?
Contact Morgan via email to discuss your vision. Sessions begin with a consultation to refine your goals, followed by a personalized photoshoot and delivery of a password-protected online gallery within two weeks.
Reviews (5)
Renee Rubin Ross
Jan 28, 2021
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Morgan took spectacular photos and was super easy to work with. I reached out to her and we set a time for her to come take some shots at my presentation. She came early, set up in a non-intrusive manner, and captured the spirit of the event beautifully. Thank you Morgan!
Cindy D.
Apr 27, 2020
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Morgan is a natural talent and consummate professional. She was able to capture great candid and poised shots of family and friends at my baby shower as we bounced between the venue's dark indoor space and the ultra-bright sunshine of the patio! She knows how to make even the most shy or distracted subjects, of all ages, feel at ease and welcome in front of the camera. She also has an incredible talent for street art and photojournalism. Her style is effortless - highly recommend!
Eva J.
Jul 02, 2019
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Morgan is an absolute magician. Not only was in FUN to do my headshots with her, they came out way better than I expected! One of my friends commented, "They actually look like you!" I'm having a really hard time deciding which one to use as my main photo, because they all look so great. I loved that she encouraged me to bring a bunch of outfits and that we did a number of different settings. Also, I don't usually wear makeup, but she said that no one ever regrets it, so I put a little on (because I trusted her!) and it totally worked. Another friend commented on how super the
Julie Sumiki
Dec 31, 2018
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I highly recommend Morgan for your family photos! I LOVE all of our pictures from our family photo shoot at Redwood Regional Park in Oakland. She was great with the kiddos, easy to work with and provided us with beautiful photos. Can't wait to use Morgan's services again!
Lara Hornbeck Cst-T.
Oct 17, 2018
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I recently attended one of Morgan's Ladies Headshot Happy Hour events. Wow! Morgan immediately put me at ease, curing my "stage fright" with good company and a splash of champagne. The whole event was fun, engaging and I came away just glowing with good will. All that and I haven't even gotten to the pictures! Double wow. I'd originally only paid for two images but when Morgan sent me the whole gallery, I needed every last photo. The images are so alive, authentic and beautiful I could not be happier. Thank you, Morgan, for transforming a stressful situation in to one filled with joy and beauty
