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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…

Remember when ‘selfies’ were called ‘family photos’ and they lived on walls, not in phones?

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By: Hillary Gustaveson

May 15, 2024

I explain to everyone why I am a boutique photographer when we chat. I remember when my Grandma died and we went through tons of photos and got to see her life- all which was before I was born. I am so thankful I didn’t grow up in the digital age. My mom has been…

A & D- San Diego Family Photographer

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By: Hillary Gustaveson

January 19, 2023

I have been photographing this family since A was just an ittie bitty little toddler and have loved documenting them all these years (and also becoming friends <3) I love how their portraits came out!

Crockett Family- San Diego Family Photographer

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By: Hillary Gustaveson

January 16, 2023

Lets talk for a second about the photogenic-ness (is that even a word?) of this beautiful family! The kids just listened so well and seriously everyone looked amazing for their portraits! Love it!

Rivera Family- San Diego Family Photographer

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By: Hillary Gustaveson

January 13, 2023

I have been photographing the Rivera family since my business pretty much opened long time ago! I love watching the family be together in their sessions and how grown up B has gotten. I am not prepared for my little clients from long time ago to be teenagers and going into adulthood.

Weaver Family- San Diego Family Photographer

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By: Hillary Gustaveson

January 12, 2023

I have been documenting this beautiful family for most of my business being open 🙂 I love seeing how grown up the kids are getting each year and photographing them growing up. I love how these came out 🙂

Partridge Family- San Diego Family Photographer

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By: Hillary Gustaveson

January 10, 2023

Can we talk about how incredibly FUN this family was to work with? Absolutely loved documenting them. Also the colors and everything, just stunning!

Young Family 2022- San Diego Family photographer

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By: Hillary Gustaveson

January 6, 2023

Can I just say how much I have loved photographing the Young family for 10 years now… I will share the video at another time of their STUNNING album documenting the past 10 years of portraits with me… but here is their most recent session. They bought a stunning new home and wanted their session…

The Lott Family – San Diego Family Photographer

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By: Hillary Gustaveson

November 16, 2017

I love meeting new families for their sessions- the Lott family did their session at Old Town- one of my favorite spots because of all the fun textures and amazing afternoon lighting! I LOVE how the light is in the portraits by the barn! Thank you Lott family! I hope to document your family again!…

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.