Fall Family Mini Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by HKCreate Bay Area Photographers

HKCREATE
Oct 21, 2025
2 min read

Updated: Jan 23

Family of four with a pug in a park, smiling. Trees and path in background. Casual clothing, joyful mood, natural colors.
Fall Family Mini Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Every time we see this family, we can't help but think back on all the years we've been taking their family photos. It's crazy to realize it's been nearly a decade!

Our first Mini Session with them was when little sister was just two weeks old and now she's a little lady! There are some people you just can't wait to see, and this family is definitely one of them for us. Even though we only get to see them for 30 minutes every year, it's like a mini reunion each time as we catch up on all that happened over the year past.

Their little pug is getting up there in years, so it's always fun seeing him waddle around (since he's partially deaf and blind) and he never fails to make us laugh at his little antics!

Arizona Cactus Garden at Stanford is such a great location for photos, and it's been a returning location for this family before too. It's always fun to try out different areas and get creative in finding new backgrounds for photos!

What they say to HK:

You guys . . . You have outdone yourselves AGAIN!! A-MAZING!

There is one issue, why are my kids growing up SO FAST.

In tears over here, THANK YOU.

Two sisters in white sweaters smile, holding a pug. They're standing on a tree-lined path, creating a warm, joyful outdoor scene.
Fall Family Mini Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

A family outdoors smiles at a pug wearing a festive outfit. The scene is bright with green trees in the background, creating a joyful mood.
Fall Family Mini Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Man smiling at a pug in a festive bandana, both outdoors with trees in the background. Warm and joyful atmosphere.
Fall Family Mini Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

A mom and her daughters embrace and smile outdoors. Two children in white sweaters surrounding their mom who is wearing a beige sweater and jeans. Green trees in the background. Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

A family stands on a tree-lined path, smiling and looking at each other. The mood is warm and loving, with sunlight filtering through leaves.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

A woman and two girls pose smiling in a park. They wear casual clothing, with trees and sunlight in the background, creating a joyful mood.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Family of four walking hand in hand on a tree-lined path with a small white dog. Bright, sunny day with joy and warmth.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Family of four walking on a tree-lined path in a park. Sunlight filters through the leaves, creating a peaceful, natural atmosphere.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Family of four walks on a tree-lined path in a park, holding hands. A small dog follows. Sunlight filters through green leaves.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Girl in white dress and brown boots smiling in a sunlit park with trees and fallen leaves. Bright, cheerful atmosphere.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Smiling girl in a white sweater with fur trim, standing outdoors in a sunny, blurred green and brown forest setting.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Girl with long brown hair in a white sweater, smiling joyfully in a sunlit forest setting. The background is blurred with trees.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Woman in white sweater stands in sunlit park with trees, smiling softly. Brown hair, relaxed mood, casual outdoor setting.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Woman in a white sweater and jeans poses outdoors in a sunlit forest. The ground is covered with leaves, and trees provide a green backdrop.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Smiling teen girl with long dark hair in a white sweater, standing in a sunlit park with blurred trees in the background. Relaxed, happy mood.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Smiling young woman with long hair and white sweater outdoors in a sunlit park setting, surrounded by blurred green trees.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Young girl in white sweater and jeans walks on a sunlit garden path. Lush greenery and a large tree create a relaxed, peaceful setting. Candid moment.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Family of four with a dog, smiling in a sunlit garden with lush greenery and large trees. Warm, happy setting with soft light.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Family of four with a dog in a sunny garden, standing on a path. They're smiling, surrounded by lush greenery, large trees in the background.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Family of four with a dog, smiling in a sunlit garden surrounded by lush greenery and large trees, creating a warm, joyful atmosphere.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Family walking on a sunlit garden path surrounded by lush greenery and trees. The girls wear white dresses, and the mood is serene.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

A couple smiles and holds hands in a sunny cactus garden, surrounded by green plants and sandy paths, creating a joyful mood. Candid moment.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Couple embraces outdoors, smiling at each other in a sunlit park. Man in navy sweater, woman in beige. Greenery blurred in the background.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Smiling couple embraces in sunny garden, surrounded by lush greenery. The woman wears a light sweater; the man, a dark navy blue sweater.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Couple smiling and embracing in a lush cactus garden, surrounded by green and spiky plants under a bright, sunny sky. Mood is joyful.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Two girls in white sweaters smiling; one gives a piggyback ride. Sunlit park setting with lush greenery, warm and joyful atmosphere.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Two girls in white sweaters laugh joyfully in a sunlit park, with trees and a log in the background, conveying happiness and warmth. Candid and joyful moment.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Two girls smiling, one giving a piggyback ride outdoors. Both wear white sweaters. Background features blurred greenery and sunlight.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

A pug in a holiday bandana is held by a person in a white sweater, surrounded by others with warm tones, creating a cozy atmosphere.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Family of four with a pug in a festive scarf, smiling and embracing outdoors. Background is a blurred natural setting, evoking warmth.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Family in a sunlit park. A couple hugs a dog, while two children run toward them. Green foliage and trees create a warm, joyful scene.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Smiling couple holding a dog in a sunlit park, with two children playfully running around them. Verdant trees and warm light in the background.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

Family outdoors, smiling and holding a pug in a green sweater. Sunlit park setting with trees and greenery in the background. Casual attire.
Fall Family Mini Photoshoot Session at Arizona Cactus Garden, Stanford by San Jose Bay Area Photographers HKCreate

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