Meet The Photographers!
Spotlight Studios has brought together some of San Diego’s most talented professionals. Our photographers aim to ensure that your photography is captured in a stunning & stylistic way. Bringing a high fashion & editorial flair to traditional photography, we love to create timeless works of art from your most special moments. We pride ourselves on providing an experience that is personalized and intimate, and we always aim to understand your vision entirely. We would be honored to be a part of your family, and look forward to creating beautiful images for you.

ABOUT THE ARTIST Kyla
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I eloped in Florence in the most romantic setting
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I go out of my way to go to a movie theatre that has the best popcorn
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I have been a professional photographer for over 20 years
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I grew up in rural Indiana and my family and I built a cabin from the ground up
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I have always loved motorcycles & martial arts. It’s the rocker chick in me!
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I was fortunate to work for Vogue Photographer, Roxanne Lowit
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I may or may not have a Zulily obsession
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My clients hire me for my zany personality
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I have two lovable dogs named Astro & Ash
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First job in New York City was corporate Ralph Lauren. It turned out I am not a corporate girl!
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I am constantly learning new ways to renovate my home

ABOUT THE ARTIST Kristina
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I was born with the heart of an artist and the imagination of a dreamer
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Nothing speaks to my soul quite like 90’s music does!
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I cannot wait to uncover hidden parts of my creativity along the way
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My imaginative soul had always been steering me to the life of an artist
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I love conceptual photography & planning shoots that are funky and out of the box
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Quality cheeseboards are the way to my heart. All cheeses are welcome!
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I have a weak spot for all little furry friends. I have a cat named Dinah & a dog named Goose
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I once challenged myself to take a unique self-portrait every day for an entire year, and it really pushed me to try new things and be creative

ABOUT THE ARTIST Mattie
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I’ve always loved the beach and have been surfing since I was 8 years old
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I'm inspired by genuine emotion
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I’m most inspired by genuine emotion, and photography gives me a way to capture those moments in time
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I am from Encinitas. A native to California, no transplant here!
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I traveled to the Philippines for over a year and now I speak fluent Tagalog
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I am constantly trying new food spots, and love living in a city with such a great culinary scene!

ABOUT THE ARTIST Harmony
- I am currently getting wrecked everyday on waves trying to learn how to surf!
- Obsessed with making Latte Art! Who wouldn't want a work of art with their coffee.
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I had the opportunity to travel to 20+ countries and interview former presidents.
- I love to create genuine fun loving moments when I'm photographing.
- It surprises everyone...but my favorite music is Rap.
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Grew up just outside of Washington, DC. But now I am a San Diegan!
- I've been rock climbing for over 10 years!
- Always trying to make the world a little bit better.

ABOUT THE ARTIST Eva
- I love telling a story or presenting an emotion with my photography, this is when I am most creative
- I have traveled in Spain, Mexico and Japan, but there’s no place like home
- I was born in a town in the middle of no where in NorCal and grew up in sunny San Diego, sometimes I find myself saying hella’
- I enjoy challenging myself physically and mentally by playing sports or training in martial arts
- I have been pescatarian for four years and plan on being full vegetarian soon, I just love salmon way too much!
- My favorite way to de-stress is by rollerblading by the beach while listening to any upbeat dance music
- I dream of riding down Baja on a motorcycle. My great grandfather, father, and brother all ride. I have my motorcycle license, but just haven’t bought the bike yet!

ABOUT THE ARTIST Kari
• I’m always up for a road trip
• Favorite lens -my 85mm or my 'Nifty 50'
• Born and raised in Florida
• I'm a mama bear of two little cubs
• My family took a 6,600 mile road trip across the country to my hometown We visited 15 states & camped along the way!
• Military family.....So with my husband being in the Navy, I’ve lived in Honolulu, HI, Washington State, and now California!
• We are a Jeep family & love to off road!
• You’re never your true self until you follow your passion and for me that’s photography
• Coffee Obsessed!

ABOUT THE ARTIST Eric
- Born in DC
- Studied under photographer Joel Sternfeld
- Favorite artist is Sade
- Into film photography still
- Loves road trips, but hates driving
- My most prized possession is my grandfather's Hasselblad 500C
- Classically trained in Shakespeare in London
- Ask me anything about the NBA
- Favorite San Diego food spot is Cesarina
- Drawn to portraiture because it's never the same photo twice
- Find me at every thrift store and estate sale in SD
- Guilty pleasure is dessert for breakfast

ABOUT THE ARTIST Deanna
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I’m originally from Indiana
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My favorite color is Periwinkle
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I am a Navy Wife
- My ways of unwinding are to go to the beach, or go hiking!
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I love trying new foods, so I guess you can call me a “foodie”
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Dog mom here! Australian Shepherd (Finn) & Goldendoodle (Mango)
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I’m a motorsports fanatic! I follow Indy Car religiously
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My photography style is light, airy, and genuine

ABOUT THE ARTIST Jess
- My photography is moody, but I am not a moody person
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I live for capturing love & life through the lens!
- Big time foodie...I have a designated happy dance for when I'm about to eat
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Lived in Southern California my whole life
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I enjoy creative writing and painting
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Discovered my love for photography doing journalism for a non profit
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I love strength training
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Studied Greek language & culture just for fun!
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I played tennis all throughout college, and it is still a huge part of my life
- Majored in History, and graduated with honors!

ABOUT THE ARTIST Megan
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I’m a cat mom of two sweet, snuggly babies Beezy and Noki.
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I was born and raised in New Orleans, and moved to San Diego in 2017.
- Kombucha connoisseur here. Booch Craft is my all-time fav!
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I dream of traveling to every country.
- In my free time you can find me channeling my inner mermaid in the ocean!
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Graduated from LSU in 2012 with a BFA.
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LGBTQ+ advocate
- Always positive and spreading the love.

ABOUT THE ARTIST Donna
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I collect Starbucks mugs from all over the world. I have my morning coffee in a mug from a different city each day.
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I love San Diego but miss the seasons!
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I met my husband playing wallyball, and have been married for 26 years.
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I foster puppies & have puppy parties so my friends can come play with them!
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I am obsessed with visiting art museums. My favorite is the Musee d’Orsay in Paris.
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I have 3 children who are all talented musicians. I love coming home to find an impromptu jam session.

ABOUT THE ARTIST Aprill
- I have always lived by the Beach
- I believe that a photograph can change a persons life
- Have love for all things Glamorous
- Will never miss a good English tea party
- Lived in England for a couple years and traveled all over Europe.
- My life changed when I understood that Joy is beauty
- Community activist
- Long dinners are the best with family and friends with unbelievable food & conversation
- Every wedding I have ever photographed I cried

ABOUT THE ARTIST Julio
- My father & grandfather were photographers, so that makes me a third generation photographer
- I rode a real bull in a Costa Rican rodeo!
- I grew up in the famous Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- My favorite places are Tahiti & Hawaii. I have been to Hawaii more times than I can count!
- I once drove from San Diego to Rio de Janeiro on a 5 month road trip. I visited 14 countries.
- I enjoy martial arts & practice Jiu Jitsu regularly
- I love gardening, and being around plants makes me smile
- My best friend in the world is an 85lbs chocolate Labrador!