Business Details
Bold Portrait Photography for Tweens, Teens & High School Seniors
At Amanda Mildebrandt Photography, we specialize in creating bold, vibrant, and confidence-boosting portrait experiences for tweens, teens, high school seniors, and female-led brands. Our sessions are designed to celebrate individuality, capturing the unique personality, style, and spirit of each client. With over a decade of experience, we focus on self-expression, creativity, and empowerment, ensuring every session feels authentic and joyful. We prioritize personalized planning, from themes and outfits to locations, to reflect each client's story.Our approach emphasizes genuine connections, avoiding staged poses in favor of dynamic, movement-filled moments that highlight natural confidence. We serve clients in the Inland Empire and Orange County, California, offering tailored experiences that extend beyond photography to include branding consultations and milestone celebrations. Our commitment to quality and client satisfaction is reflected in our portfolio of vibrant, personality-driven portraits.
Services
Senior Portraits
Family Photography
Branding Sessions
Newborn Photography
Milestone Sessions
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized sessions tailored to each client's unique personality and style.
- Our team specializes in confidence-building photography for tweens and teens.
- We provide customized planning for themes, outfits, and locations.
- We serve Inland Empire and Orange County with local expertise.
- Our sessions prioritize genuine moments over staged poses.
What people say
Best photographer to work with
Amazing with kids
Captures real smiles
Stress-free experience
Love the photos
Services
Senior Portraits
Custom senior portrait sessions celebrate individuality through dynamic poses and personalized themes. We focus on capturing confidence and personal style during this milestone year. Sessions include location scouting, outfit coordination, and music playlists to create authentic, empowering imagery that reflects each teen's unique personality and achievements.
Family Photography
Lifestyle family sessions emphasize natural connections and joyful interactions. We guide families through playful activities that showcase their unique bonds while avoiding stiff posing. Sessions accommodate multi-generational groups and pets, with optional themed elements like seasonal decorations or favorite hobbies to create meaningful, story-driven imagery that preserves family dynamics.
Branding Sessions
Strategic brand photography services help female entrepreneurs showcase their business personality. We combine brand strategy consultations with creative photoshoots that highlight products, services, and professional expertise. Sessions produce scroll-stopping visuals that communicate brand values through authentic storytelling, including environmental shots and lifestyle-oriented product demonstrations.
People
Amanda Mildebrandt
Owner Photographer
Award-winning portrait photographer specializing in tween-to-senior transitions and female-led brand storytelling. With over a decade of experience capturing authentic moments, she combines technical expertise with personalized planning to create confidence-boosting sessions. Holds a MA in Visual Arts from UC Riverside.
Questions
What age groups do you specialize in?
We specialize in children aged 3+, tweens, teens, and high school seniors, with additional services for family portraits and brand photography.
How long do portrait sessions last?
Sessions typically last 60-90 minutes to allow for outfit changes, location transitions, and capturing authentic moments at a relaxed pace.
What should we wear for family portraits?
We provide detailed style guides and coordinate outfits to ensure cohesive, flattering looks while maintaining personal style preferences for each family member.
Do you offer location scouting?
Yes, we help select optimal locations based on your style and provide scouting services to ensure ideal lighting and backdrop options.
How many photos are delivered?
Clients receive 40-60 carefully edited images from standard sessions, with options to purchase additional edited or raw files.
