Marin Family Session | Mt. Tam in the Fall

marin family photos up on Mt Tamat golden light photographed by marin family photographer Annie X Photographie

When it comes to Marin family photos, Mt. Tamalpais might just be the dream setting. Golden hills, ocean breeze, and that warm light that rolls through the valleys in late afternoon, it is everything a photographer could ask for.

I first met this family years ago ( in 2012) when I photographed their parents’ wedding at West Shore Café on Lake Tahoe. Since then and two kids later, we have met in many beautiful places, from Sausalito and Mill Valley to Palisades Tahoe and Tiburon. Every location tells a new chapter of their story, and this year’s session on Mt. Tam felt like the perfect continuation. Bay area family photographer or Lake Tahoe photographer I always scout my locations whatever area or country I get to photograph.

Black and whites of family in oak trees at Mt Tam during Marin family portrait session captured by marin photographer Annie X Photographie
Marin family photographer Annie X capturing close up portraits on mossy rocks on MT Tam during marin family session

Mt. Tamalpais and Marin Family Photography

This Marin family portrait session took place on one of those golden fall days that feel like summer forgot to leave. The air was warm, the sky clear, and the hills glowed. Mt. Tam is a favorite for hikers and sunset watchers, but with a little patience and good timing, I always find quiet corners that feel untouched. It is part of the challenge and joy of creating images that look serene even in a popular location.

The kids are taller now, love to explore, and the connection between them shines through every frame. That is what I love about Marin family photography, the chance to capture real, unscripted joy in such breathtaking surroundings. Fall Marin family photos at it’s best.

Natural family photo under oak trees on Mt. Tam taken by Annie X

Every year I am reminded that these natural family portraits in Marin, Bay area or Tahoe are more than just pictures. They are proof of time passing, of love growing, and of a family who keeps showing up with open hearts. Marin family photos like these make me grateful for what I get to do. I love visiting my little subjects every year and getting to know them during a slice in time.

Family portraits captured by Marin family photographer Annie X Photographie with oak trees and warm light
Family portrait siting on mossy rocks amongst oak trees during a portrait session in Marin on MT Tam captured by Annie X Phtoographie
Warm evening light during Marin family photos in Marin during golden hour posing on rocks
Marin family portrait of tehm holding hands on top of Mt Tam with San Fransisco in the background during golden hour
Candid portrait of girl running in tall golden grass during a photo session in marin captured by marin family photographer Annie X Photographie
Marin family photos at Mt. Tamalpais during golden hour boy and girl running towards edge of rolling hill with view of San Fransisco
Marin family portraits with view of Bolinas Bay in  golden light mom and her preteen daughter
Marin family photos of mama and her young daughter sitting on rock at Mt. Tamalpais during golden hour with Bolinas views
Family standing on Mt. Tam trail holding hands with golden light
Two kids playing in tall grass during Marin family photos on Mt. Tam

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Marin family photographer Annie X Photographie capturing portraits with Bolinas views in direct golden light

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