Business Details
San Francisco's Premier Portrait Photography Studio
Aika Cardin Photography is San Francisco's premier portrait studio, specializing in maternity, newborn, baby, children, and family portraits. With over a decade of experience serving the East Bay area, we are dedicated to creating timeless fine art portraits that capture the essence of your family's unique story. As a member of the Professional Photographers of America (PPA) and Wedding & Portrait Photographers International (WPPI), we maintain the highest industry standards in both technical excellence and artistic vision. Our Walnut Creek studio provides a welcoming environment for clients seeking personalized photography experiences, whether for milestone celebrations, professional headshots, or cherished family memories.We understand the value of your time, offering efficient yet relaxed sessions that accommodate the needs of busy families while ensuring every detail meets our exacting standards. Our expertise in working with children and newborns has made us the preferred choice for San Francisco's top talent agencies, and our commitment to client satisfaction is reflected in our numerous repeat clients and glowing testimonials. We combine technical mastery with a genuine passion for storytelling, using natural light and artistic composition to create images that will be treasured for generations.
Services
Maternity Portraits
Newborn Photography
Family Sessions
Business Headshots
Women's Portraits
Highlights and features
- Specialized expertise with newborns and children developed over 10+ years
- Customized sessions tailored to each family's unique personality
- Award-winning photographer recognized by Bay Area Parent Magazine
- Stress-free experience with efficient yet thorough photo sessions
- Professional-grade images with artistic composition and lighting
Associations and certifications
- Professional Photographers of America
- Wedding & Portrait Photographers International
What people say
Priceless shots
Stress-free experience
Patient with children
Beautiful composition
Treasured memories
Services
Maternity Portraits
Professional maternity photography capturing the beauty and joy of pregnancy. Sessions focus on creating elegant, timeless images that celebrate new life while maintaining comfort and safety for expectant mothers. Our studio provides guidance on wardrobe selection and posing to ensure flattering results that highlight the natural beauty of this special time. Clients receive high-resolution images suitable for both digital sharing and professional printing.
Newborn Photography
Specialized newborn photography sessions that prioritize baby's safety and comfort while capturing precious early moments. Our experienced photographer works with parents to create customized setups incorporating family heirlooms or personal themes. Sessions include both posed and lifestyle images that document your baby's unique features and natural expressions, with professional editing to enhance the soft, delicate details of newborn skin.
Family Sessions
Custom family photography sessions that capture authentic connections between loved ones. We specialize in creating both formal and candid-style images that reflect your family's unique dynamics and personality. Sessions can be conducted in-studio or at preferred outdoor locations, with guidance provided on coordinating attire and activity-based posing to create natural, engaging portraits that showcase your family relationships.
Business Headshots
Corporate headshot photography designed to enhance professional branding and online presence. Sessions focus on creating polished, confident images suitable for business websites, LinkedIn profiles, and marketing materials. We offer both traditional studio backgrounds and lifestyle-style shots incorporating personal branding elements, with quick turnaround times and multiple outfit changes available to ensure optimal results for different professional contexts.
Women's Portraits
Empowering portrait sessions specifically designed for women at any life stage. These sessions focus on creating elegant, confidence-boosting images that celebrate individual beauty and personal milestones. Our studio provides professional hair and makeup recommendations, wardrobe styling assistance, and posing guidance to help clients feel comfortable and radiant, resulting in images that capture both outer beauty and inner strength.
People
Aika Cardin
Owner & Lead Photographer
Award-winning portrait photographer with 10+ years specializing in maternity, newborn, and family photography. Recognized by Bay Area Parent Magazine as top family photographer, with expertise in capturing authentic moments and creating timeless images through natural light techniques and artistic composition.
Questions
What types of photography sessions do you offer?
We specialize in maternity, newborn, baby, children, and family portraits, along with business headshots and women's portrait sessions. Each session is customized to capture your unique story and personal milestones.
How far in advance should I book my session?
We recommend booking maternity sessions 2-3 months in advance, newborn sessions during pregnancy, and family sessions 1-2 months ahead to ensure preferred dates and times.
What should we wear for family portraits?
We provide detailed wardrobe guidance including color coordination, styling tips, and suggestions for mixing textures and patterns to create cohesive, visually appealing family portraits that stand the test of time.
How long does a typical photo session last?
Session durations vary by type: newborn sessions typically take 2-3 hours, maternity and family sessions 1-2 hours, and business headshots 30-60 minutes, allowing ample time for changes and natural interactions.
When will we see our finished photos?
Professional edited images are delivered within 2-3 weeks for most sessions, with sneak peek previews available within 48 hours. Newborn and complex sessions may require additional processing time.
