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Simply Motherhood Portraits – San Diego Mothers Day Portraits

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By: Hillary Gustaveson

February 27, 2025

Simply Motherhood: Celebrate the Beauty of Motherhood with Timeless Portraits Mother’s Day is a time to honor the love, strength, and devotion of mothers. This year, celebrate the incredible bond between you and your children with a Simply Motherhood session—an intimate and timeless photography experience designed to capture the pure essence of motherhood. What is…

Pipsqueaks & Pooches- Dog & Human Personality Portraits in San Diego

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By: Hillary Gustaveson

December 10, 2024

🐾Calling All Dog Lovers! 🐾 Are you ready to capture the unique bond between you and your furry best friend? We’re excited to announce **Pipsqueaks & Pooches**, a special initiative that combines artistry and philanthropy with black and white personality portraits here in San Diego, CA! 🎨✨ Join us for an in-studio fun-filled photography session…

Studio Holiday Portrait Sessions- San Diego Family Photographer

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By: Hillary Gustaveson

October 26, 2024

Studio holiday portrait sessions are only on 11/2 and 11/8 in my studio in El Cajon, Ca. I have limited spots available. A portion of the creation fee is donated to a local non profit. You have the opportunity to not only photograph your family on the adorable holiday set, but also do updated non…

Simply Me Personality Portrait Session Entries- San Diego Child Photographer

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By: Hillary Gustaveson

August 28, 2024

Remember I had posted that I had the opportunity to have ONE client on display in an international art gallery? These are all the portraits that I submitted for placement. I can’t wait to see which image is on display when I go next month! I will definitely be posting on my instagram while I…

Fall Portraits – San Diego Child Photographer

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By: Hillary Gustaveson

August 7, 2024

Leaves are falling, fall studio portraits with Stills by Hill are calling! Creation fees will be donated to “Blossom & Bloom Creative Arts” nonprofit which provides Dance, Music, & Art classes for kids & teens with special needs. My goal is to help them raise $800! Come enjoy some treats, cross fall portraits off your…

Simply Me- San Diego Child Photographer

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By: Hillary Gustaveson

May 23, 2024

Would you like your child to be featured in a local art gallery in San Diego, CA? From June-August 2025 I have LIMITED spots available for these Simply Me Portrait sessions to be documented to be included in the art gallery! I am documenting kids to be featured in my own local art gallery- imagine…

Welcome baby Declan- San Diego Newborn Baby Photographer

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By: Hillary Gustaveson

May 23, 2016

Declan is already 2 months- I apologize for the delay. Seriously I will get back on track with posting soon! Declan is so lucky to be born into such an amazing family. Love love love them. He was one of the easiest newborns to photograph. Look at that face! <3 This was a treat as…

Happy Birthday, Kiva! – San Diego Child Photographer

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By: Hillary Gustaveson

May 21, 2016

Ok I am totally behind in my blog posts and I apologize! I have been meaning to post Kiva’s first birthday session for a while- look at the cuteness! I am so thankful I was able to document one of my favorite families (ok I have a lot of favorite families I know) since her…

Benjamin and Ella’s Newborn & 6 Month Session- San Diego Newborn Photographer

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By: Hillary Gustaveson

May 17, 2015

I am finally posting these amazing portraits from Benjamin & Ella’s newborn and 6 month sessions a while back 🙂 Aren’t they SO adorable?! Just love photographing twins in our La Mesa studio! Thank you J Family– it was so nice to document you guys! Remember to share on facebook, tweet on twitter and pin…

Melissa Nguyen

02:27 08 Feb 25

Did my professional headshots with Hillary and they turned out better than I could’ve imagined. I hate taking professional photos and she made me feel so comfortable and made the whole experience pleasant. She’s quick - sent me the pictures in a quick turnaround. Highly recommend!!!

aubreann macnally

00:12 03 Dec 24

Such a wonderful experience, she was just delightful especially with my two littles

Patsy Collins

21:31 03 Nov 24

Hillary was such a pleasure to work with on the holiday photos we took with her. Our kiddos kept us on our toes the entire time and we had concerns we wouldn't get very great shots due to their unwillingness to cooperate at times, but Hillary worked her magic and knew how to get a smile out of them when it mattered most and snapped the photo in time to catch it. You'd think our session consisted of such well behaved toddlers! Her studio is located in a convenient area and her communication about her process was so detailed when I first reached out - I knew exactly what to expect and boy, did she deliver. Highly recommend!

Diana Davidson

03:09 23 Oct 24

Hillary is incredibly talented, professional, and so fun and easy to work with! In addition to taking beautiful photos, she captures the mood and the emotion behind every shot. She is not only a great photographer but she is so helpful with everything from making sure the setting and scheduling works, making me and my family feel relaxed and comfortable in front of the camera, and guiding me through the product ordering process. Every time I've worked with Hillary has been amazing. No need to look elsewhere, Stills by Hill Photography is it!

Frances Foster

20:08 20 Oct 24

Hillary did an excellent job with my author headshots and was very receptive to my ideas. She is easy to work with and the results were amazing!

Almitra Badger

10:33 18 Oct 24

Possibly the best photographer ever! From newborn pictures to senior photos and all the milestones in between, Hillary captures the moment exquisitely and provides a finished product of the highest quality. We lost our son and found that the moments captured in pictures were a great source of comfort and help every day through the grieving process.

Brice Porter

23:19 15 Oct 24

My personal experience with Stills by Hill Photography was nothing but impeccable. The communication between myself and Hillary was both professional and proficient. When getting my headshot, I had no need to fake a smile. If you're looking for a photographer, I could not recommend Stills by Hill Photography enough.

G M

05:56 15 Oct 24

I met Hillary over 10 years ago at a mommy and me class being held at her studio. After seeing her work I inquired about a Halloween portrait event she was having and she took the most amazing outdoor natural light photos of my then 15 month old daughter. 5 years later she gave me priceless 4 generational photos of my daughter, myself my mother and my grandmother. Fast forward to 2023 & she’s still documenting my now 16 year old and my family annually and the photos are the most priceless thing I am so proud to be able to pass to my children. I have to say the most beautiful thing is that my children both know her by name, they looks forward to seeing Hillary and the warm and friendly feeling that makes them SO comfortable is why her talent is so incredibly showcased in every photo she takes. My children’s personalities (lol) are so genuine, we always look great and I’ve never recommended anyone more or cherished a service more than I do stills by hill.
You won’t find a better person to document your life.

Maria B

03:11 15 Oct 24

I am so glad I made an appointment with Hillary to take my still photo for my business. She had the enthusiasm out of this world and it shows. Thank you, Hillary! Keep up the amazing work. Which I'm sure doesn't feel like work when you love what you do!

Admin Carlin

16:22 24 Apr 24

Cant say enough about Hilary’s skill as a photographer for business! She did an amazing job capturing our business operation. We have so much content that is ready for social media. I cant recommend her enough!!! Amazing experience.