I'm Julienne Ratanasen and I also go by Jules. I'm a photographer in Sacramento, where I was born and raised. Loading my dad's camera with film, taking pictures, and opening an envelope of newly developed prints were some of my favorite things growing up. In my mind, the act of taking a picture was a reflection of the stories around us, who we were, the beauty of what we saw, and the life we forged.
This reflection is most felt when I look through old photo albums. In my parents' home we each have a baby album, marking our milestones of childhood, beginning with old school hospital photos of us as newborns to grade school class pictures. There are also albums and loose prints of family trips to my parents' homeland, everyday snapshots, and the childhood glamour shoots my mom would stage of me on our front lawn.
This legacy of photography is really something I dove head first into after my first daughter was born. Was it possible to capture every bit of love and adoration I felt in a single image? This was one of my great aspirations. When my son arrived a few years later, I spent many late nights nursing while studying class material from the photography courses I enrolled in. I began my business in 2013 and have had the privilege of photographing so many beautiful and joyful families since. I use my photography to help tell stories of their love.
Now that some time has passed and my youngest daughter is in grade school, I'm hopeful about doing so much more, telling more stories with my camera, working with diverse families rich in connection, and creating treasured reflections of the beauty that surrounds us.
Location scouting for my Motherhood Mini Sessions, and this dreamy spot is at the top of my list so far 💕
* Sunday, May 4th at golden hour *
Sign up at the link in bio
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#sacramento #sacramentophotographer #sacramentofamilyphotographer #lovelightjules #elkgrovephotographer #sacramentoca #sacramentomothersday #eastsac #eastsacramento
Location scouting for my Motherhood Mini Sessions, and this dreamy spot is at the top of my list so far 💕
* Sunday, May 4th at golden hour *
Sign up at the link in bio
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#sacramento #sacramentophotographer #sacramentofamilyphotographer #lovelightjules #elkgrovephotographer #sacramentoca #sacramentomothersday #eastsac #eastsacramento
This family, the picture-perfect surroundings, the golden light — so much beauty in these photos. Let`s make magical portraits of your family!
SPRING MINI SESSIONS
Saturday, April 5
25 minutes of shooting time
10 digital images
Now open for booking. Sign up at the link in bio.
This family, the picture-perfect surroundings, the golden light — so much beauty in these photos. Let`s make magical portraits of your family!
SPRING MINI SESSIONS
Saturday, April 5
25 minutes of shooting time
10 digital images
Now open for booking. Sign up at the link in bio.
Some favorites from this fall photo session ✨🍁🍂
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#sacramentophotographer #sacramento #goldenlight #writeyouonmyheart #clickinmoms #letthekids #thefamilynarrative #lookslikefilmkids #dearphotographer #thebloomforum #lemonadeandlenses #family #motherhood #unraveledacademy #lightinspired
Some favorites from this fall photo session ✨🍁🍂
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#sacramentophotographer #sacramento #goldenlight #writeyouonmyheart #clickinmoms #letthekids #thefamilynarrative #lookslikefilmkids #dearphotographer #thebloomforum #lemonadeandlenses #family #motherhood #unraveledacademy #lightinspired
My mini sessions sold out, but a spot just opened up ✨
Sunday, November 3 at 3:30 pm
To book, click the link in my bio
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#sacramento #sacramentophotographer #sacramentofamilyphotographer #goldenlight #writeyouonmyheart #clickinmoms #letthekids #thefamilynarrative #lookslikefilmkids #dearphotographer #thebloomforum #lemonadeandlenses #family #motherhood #unraveledacademy #lightinspired
My mini sessions sold out, but a spot just opened up ✨
Sunday, November 3 at 3:30 pm
To book, click the link in my bio
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#sacramento #sacramentophotographer #sacramentofamilyphotographer #goldenlight #writeyouonmyheart #clickinmoms #letthekids #thefamilynarrative #lookslikefilmkids #dearphotographer #thebloomforum #lemonadeandlenses #family #motherhood #unraveledacademy #lightinspired
My fall family photo session schedule will be released soon! First notice goes to my mailing list.
This year you`ll have the option of 25-minute mini sessions, 45-minute sessions, and 1-hr sessions.
Spots fill fast, so book early. #sacramentophotographer #sacramentofamilyphotography
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#sacramento #goldenlight #writeyouonmyheart #clickinmoms #letthekids #thefamilynarrative #lookslikefilmkids #dearphotographer #thebloomforum #lemonadeandlenses #family #motherhood #unraveledacademy #lightinspired #storykeeperpresets
My fall family photo session schedule will be released soon! First notice goes to my mailing list.
This year you`ll have the option of 25-minute mini sessions, 45-minute sessions, and 1-hr sessions.
Spots fill fast, so book early. #sacramentophotographer #sacramentofamilyphotography
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#sacramento #goldenlight #writeyouonmyheart #clickinmoms #letthekids #thefamilynarrative #lookslikefilmkids #dearphotographer #thebloomforum #lemonadeandlenses #family #motherhood #unraveledacademy #lightinspired #storykeeperpresets
Classic blue jean and white tee portrait session for this mother-son pair 💙
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#studiosessions #sacramento #sacramentophotographer #lovelightjules #sacramentofamilyphotographer #sacramentomommyandme #motherhoodsessions #sacramentoportraitstudio #sacramentoportraits #sacramentophotography #writeyouonmyheart #clickinmoms #letthekids #thefamilynarrative #lookslikefilmkids #dearphotographer #thebloomforum #lemonadeandlenses #family #motherhood #unraveledacademy #lightinspired #motherhoodmagic #hellostoryteller #whimsical_childhood #inbeautyandchaos #beunraveled #thephotographersnotebook
Classic blue jean and white tee portrait session for this mother-son pair 💙
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#studiosessions #sacramento #sacramentophotographer #lovelightjules #sacramentofamilyphotographer #sacramentomommyandme #motherhoodsessions #sacramentoportraitstudio #sacramentoportraits #sacramentophotography #writeyouonmyheart #clickinmoms #letthekids #thefamilynarrative #lookslikefilmkids #dearphotographer #thebloomforum #lemonadeandlenses #family #motherhood #unraveledacademy #lightinspired #motherhoodmagic #hellostoryteller #whimsical_childhood #inbeautyandchaos #beunraveled #thephotographersnotebook
Motherhood Mini Session bookings are live 🩷
✨ Outdoors Golden Hour - April 14
✨ Studio Sessions - April 27
Sign up through link in bio
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#sacramentophotographer #sacramento #goldenlight #writeyouonmyheart #clickinmoms #letthekids #thefamilynarrative #lookslikefilmkids #dearphotographer #thebloomforum #lemonadeandlenses #family #motherhood #unraveledacademy #lightinspired #lovelightjules #sacramentofamilyphotographer #natomasbarber
Motherhood Mini Session bookings are live 🩷
✨ Outdoors Golden Hour - April 14
✨ Studio Sessions - April 27
Sign up through link in bio
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#sacramentophotographer #sacramento #goldenlight #writeyouonmyheart #clickinmoms #letthekids #thefamilynarrative #lookslikefilmkids #dearphotographer #thebloomforum #lemonadeandlenses #family #motherhood #unraveledacademy #lightinspired #lovelightjules #sacramentofamilyphotographer #natomasbarber
Motherhood Mini Sessions (studio + outdoors) will be available to book soon 🩷 These sessions are among my very favorite and beautifully encapsulate your love + connection.
Subscribers to my mailing list get first access. Be on the lookout and book your spot ✨
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#sacramentophotographer
#sacramento
#SacramentoFamilyPortraits
#SacramentoPhotography
#_beyondthemagic_ #cameramama
#theeverydayportrait #thefamilynarrative #simplymothers #sharetheeverymom #embraceyourmotherhood #themotherhoodanthology #confidentmotherhood #mothermag #magical_motherhood #connectedinmotherhood #feelingmotherhood #magical_motherhood #momsintheframe #collectingmotherhood #rainbowsofmotherhood
Motherhood Mini Sessions (studio + outdoors) will be available to book soon 🩷 These sessions are among my very favorite and beautifully encapsulate your love + connection.
Subscribers to my mailing list get first access. Be on the lookout and book your spot ✨
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#sacramentophotographer
#sacramento
#SacramentoFamilyPortraits
#SacramentoPhotography
#_beyondthemagic_ #cameramama
#theeverydayportrait #thefamilynarrative #simplymothers #sharetheeverymom #embraceyourmotherhood #themotherhoodanthology #confidentmotherhood #mothermag #magical_motherhood #connectedinmotherhood #feelingmotherhood #magical_motherhood #momsintheframe #collectingmotherhood #rainbowsofmotherhood
Last minute mini session opening for this Sunday, October 8th at 5:00 pm in Davis. This is the last session I have available, and it`s perfect if you`d like photos in time for holiday cards. To book, click the link in my profile. ✨
#sacramentophotographer
Last minute mini session opening for this Sunday, October 8th at 5:00 pm in Davis. This is the last session I have available, and it`s perfect if you`d like photos in time for holiday cards. To book, click the link in my profile. ✨
#sacramentophotographer
Julienne Ratanasen is a family photographer serving Sacramento, Elk Grove, Carmichael, & Davis, ca, with beautiful, heartfelt imagery of families, maternity and newborn shoots, baby & child portraits, and mini sessions.
Sacramento, California | jules@lovelightjules.com | (916) 282-9102