Hello, I'm BRENDEN

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A series of four intimate photos showing tender moments of nursing and bonding with a newborn baby.
Simple pencil sketch of three peony flowers with stems and leaves in a delicate line art style.

I specialize in studio newborn photography in Monterey, California. My goal is to create timeless images that will remain in your family for years to come, and capture that feeling of love you experience for the first time you hold your new baby. Each newborn session is crafted to capture the delicate features of your baby and the sweetness of this new little life. 

It’s funny for the longest time I had no idea what to do with my life. Then one day it all clicked. I wanted to be a professional newborn photographer, and I dove in head first. I love being able to capture those precious early memories when they are so small and new. Even funnier, any time I tell someone I’m a newborn photographer I usually get the same reply “yep, that make sense.” And I always take it as an extreme compliment!

My LEGACY

save your past for your future

All of these photos are my legacy. Each person is a part of me. Even though so much time has passed that I never met many of them, these people shaped the generation beneath them and in-turn shaped a part of me. Each one is a treasure-a family story- a piece of history that is mine. 

The greatest value in your portrait session is having tangible memories. A printed piece that lives permanently in your home can be cherished for generations.


We didn’t have photos, on the walls, in my house growing up but my grandparents did. To this day they have photos of me as a child in their living room. The first time my husband came to their house one of the first things I showed him was baby me on the wall. I was so proud and felt so cherished! It wasn’t long after that my Granny pulled out two boxes of photos for us to go through together. Each photograph was like a treasure. I even found some slides of my dad and his siblings that had never been printed. I scanned and framed them and gave them to everyone for Christmas that year. Printed images matter, memories of you, your parent, grandparents, great grandparents matter. I can’t explain to you how special it was photo after photo, learning the family tree, and realizing my curly hair must have come from my great grandpa Buster.




It’s my mission to help you create something not only tangible for your home, but also deeply moving for you and for your children to love and adore as the years pass. There’s a reason you chose to invest in professional portraiture. I want to ensure that reason resonates in your heart each and every day, and that your portraits grow in sentimental value as your children grow, and as time rapidly rushes by.

Vintage photography collection featuring antique cameras and old sepia photographs arranged on white background.
Vintage photography collection featuring antique cameras and old sepia photographs arranged on white background.
Brenden Boggs Monterey photographer
Brenden Boggs Monterey photographer

Wife


In April 2016 I married the love of my life and my best friend, Bradley. He was the support I needed to follow my dreams, and he is my constant cheerleader. We are two peas in a pod, and have joked since we met that we are basically the same person.

A series of candid family photos taken on a wooden bridge with warm golden sunlight filtering through trees in the background.
A series of candid family photos taken on a wooden bridge with warm golden sunlight filtering through trees in the background.

Mother


In 2020 I became a mom. 2 years later I became a mom if 2. These girls run us around and are the greatest joys of my life. Maggie and Molly are currently 5 and 3.

A sequence of photos showing hands carefully arranging delicate white fabric or material on a surface.
A sequence of photos showing hands carefully arranging delicate white fabric or material on a surface.

Photographer


If I’m honest, I’ve been a photographer ever since I was a little girl and lined my Barbie dolls up to take portraits. It’s always been there, and what an incredible journey its been.

A person in a black jacket and denim vest stands in front of a storefront with a shopping bag.
A person in a black jacket and denim vest stands in front of a storefront with a shopping bag.

Small BUSINESS OWNER


This is one of the titles I never really thought I wanted. While I love working for myself and being creative, being a small business owner comes with a lot of hats to wear.

 

Family poses together on autumn trail with golden trees in background, in Carmel Vallery.
Family portrait outdoors with white columns and green foliage in background, in Monterey.
Family portrait on stone steps with wrought iron gate in background, in Monterey.
Family walks together on autumn trail surrounded by yellow trees, at Garland Ranch in Carmel Valley.
Long dress photo session by a waterfront marina at Fisherman's Wharf with boats in the background.
Elegant black dress portrait session against white columns in classic architectural setting.
Graceful pose in flowing black dress amid white architectural columns.
Family autumn portrait session outdoors with fall foliage in background.
Sweet baby portrait with black bow headband in black and white style.
Dramatic black dress portraits among white pillars in architectural setting.
Baby in pink floral crown resting in vintage wooden bed with soft decor.
Sleeping newborn wearing peach floral crown on soft pink backdrop.
Peaceful newborn portrait with floral crown on delicate pink background.
Tender moment captured in white against grey studio background.
Black and white photo collage showing a baby milestone session with vintage props and decorations.
Baby photography session with soft pink tones and delicate styling on white backdrop.
Baby photography session featuring light blue outfits and soft cloud-like backgrounds.
Sweet baby bath photography session in pink tub with strawberries and floral decorations.
Artistic milk bath photography with baby surrounded by fresh strawberries and flowers.
Professional family portrait against black background showing warm embraces.
Intimate family portrait session with dramatic black backdrop and tender moments.
Family photo session featuring loving interactions against dark dramatic background.
Studio family portrait session showing playful moments against black backdrop.
Family photography session in sunlit forest with warm autumn tones.
Dreamy pink maternity photo session featuring vintage baby carriages and soft feminine styling.
Autumn pumpkin patch photography setup with rustic wooden fence and fall colors.
Classic baby portrait in white against minimalist light background.
Maternity session with pink dress and floral arrangements on white background.
Simple white baby portraits showing sweet expressions.
Baby in lace outfit lying on cream backdrop, awake newborn.
Maternity photos with flowing pink dress and floral decor on white background.
Outdoor wedding party photos in natural setting with greenery.
Spring maternity photos with floral dress and pink cardigan against white fence.
Child portrait series in white dress against light background.
A sleeping newborn nestled in a white ceramic pot surrounded by pink flowers on a pink backdrop.
A studio portrait with white background showing curly pigtails and white bow hair accessories, heirloom portrait.
A heartwarming family studio portrait against a black background.
A tender moment of play between parent and child on a white bed.
A small child in a white dress standing by blooming sunflowers in a garden.
A young musician sits with a guitar in a mountain meadow beside a stream, sound of music inspired in Yosemite.
A small child sits with a guitar by a mountain stream surrounded by evergreen trees, sound of music inspired in Yosemite.
A tender moment captured against a backdrop of bright yellow sunflowers.
A sweet portrait in a sunflower field with white summer dresses.
Two children in red dresses sitting on white bedding with festive Christmas decorations.
A floral dress and pink cardigan outfit styled for spring with a white picket fence and blooming trees in background, maternity.
A festive Christmas photo setup with decorated trees and snowy backdrop in an elegant white arch setting, with Santa.
A holiday portrait setup with decorated Christmas trees and a snowy winter backdrop through an elegant archway with Santa.
Two children enjoying tea time at a Valentine's themed party with heart decorations and red accents.
Two adorable pink dresses shown in front of a yellow and white playhouse with garden backdrop.
A tender newborn photography portrait against a dark background.
A charming Valentine's themed bakery setting with red and white striped decor and heart accents.
A sleeping newborn wearing a delicate headband posed on white textured backdrop.
A professional studio portrait against black background featuring a newborn.
A peaceful sleeping newborn wearing a pink floral crown posed on soft pink fabric.
Newborn baby lying on soft pink and white floral backdrop during professional photo session.
Baby in delicate lace dress surrounded by white and blush pink roses during portrait session.
Tender moment between parent and baby wearing pink knit hat during outdoor photography.
Portrait series of young child with pink hair bows against rose colored background.
Sweet toddler in pink and blue dress smiling during studio photo session.
Black and white photo collage showing baby milestones with all their first photos and vintage family cameras.
Autumn themed portrait session with children in warm earth tones against fall backdrop.
Black and white milestone photos featuring all the photos in black and white from their first year.
Outdoor family photography session featuring casual denim and earth tone clothing.
Simple white studio portrait of baby wearing delicate bow headband. heirloom portrait
Sweet portrait of a toddler with pigtails and a white dress against a light background. heirloom portrait
Series of bright studio portraits showing children in white dresses against a light backdrop. Heirloom portrait

 

Memberships

 

International Association of Newborn Photographers logo featuring INP acronym in blue squares.
Various professional photography association and society membership logos arranged in a horizontal row.
Professional photography organization logos including PPA in grayscale.
Professional newborn photography member certification badges displayed in a row.
Brenden Boggs Monterey photographer

 

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