Northern California Photographer
Creating Moments of Love & Memories across California, Hawai'i, Utah, and Beyond
Timeless photography for couples in love and families in motion
& everything
Whether you're saying "I do" on a beach on the coast of California, or chasing giggles through golden fields, I’m here to help you freeze the real moments — the belly laughs, the quiet glances, the perfectly imperfect magic. No robot arms (you know the ones I'm talking about, haha). No stress. Just photos that feel like you.
behind the lens
Hey, I’m Lesley
I feel like being a photographer is my calling in life. There is nothing I love more than to meet incredible people, listen to their stories, and make a friend for life. When I was a kid, my dream job was to be a professional friend, haha. This photography path is the closest thing I could find in life that aligned with my creative, fun, bubbly personality, while meeting new people. This is me making that childhood dream come true. I absolutely LOVE what I do!
I am constantly educating myself in wedding and family photography field. I love learning new ways to fine tune the editing process that I have come to truly enjoy, so that your gorgeous pics hit your email faster with high quality images every single time. I sincerely have the best time with every couple, or family I come in contact with.
A Bay Area wedding and family photographer serving California, Hawai'i, Utah, and beyond.
WEDDING
EXPERIENCE
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Your wedding day should be filled with magical moments that you can look back on again and again. With my crazy quick turnaround time for full galleries, and my storytelling approach in capturing the life and love of your day, you will want to look back on your photos again and again. Choose to be present on the greatest day of your lives, and leave the timelines and stresses to me. You and your partner will shine bright, and at the end of the day you'll be grateful you chose Lesley!
For couples in love
For the perfectly imperfect crew
Family sessions are full of laughter, genuine smiles, and the love of a family in the place they are in right there and then. There is joy within the chaos of life. I capture the authenticity of your family while guiding and directing the shoot along the way. Guaranteeing a session that will leave everyone excited that they came. Yes, even the Dads jump on board! Come and see what a family session looks like when it's laid back, fun, and stress free. With a style guide that is sure to knock your socks off, you will feel even more prepared and confident in your color choices and outfits!
From the moment we started, she made me feel completely at ease, which is so important when you're in front of the camera. Her charisma shines through, and she has this incredible ability to make everyone feel comfortable, no matter the setting. What sets her apart is her creativity. She has a ton of ideas, and her vision for each shoot is always fresh and inspiring. Whether it’s a portrait session or an event, she knows exactly how to capture the moment in a unique and stunning way. Her attention to detail and passion for her craft is truly evident in the final shots. If you want a photographer who is not only talented but also makes the experience enjoyable, Les is the one to go to!
I had the pleasure of working with Les and I can’t recommend her enough as a photographer.
Sasha
She was so helpful even before the photo shoot. She sent a style guide before the shoot that guided our outfit choices, plus she answered all of my questions quickly and clearly. During our session, she took the time to familiarize us with the process and help us get comfortable before shooting. Then during the session, she ensured that our hair was in place, our poses were flattering, that we were comfortable, and she was just fun! She had the pictures back to us quickly and I loved all of them. Her work is high quality and I would recommend her to everyone. I will definitely book her again in the future.
Lesley was amazing!
Brittany
I was hesitant about trying a new photographer when it came time for family pictures, but choosing Lesley Clark Photography proved to be a great decision from start to finish. The entire experience from scheduling, to a clear idea of pricing, and the actual photo shoot was ideal. As a husband, taking family pictures has not been a fun experience in the past, especially with young kids, however, Lesley made it enjoyable and fun for everyone, and most importantly she delivered beautiful portraits. We will cherish the memories she captured of our family!
Lesley came highly recommended and she did not disappoint!
Craig
What started as a 'chore' we had to make the kids get ready for turned into a legitimately fun family outing. Our kids loved her and had a blast the entire time. Lesley's warmth and friendly spirit was immediately infectious. We absolutely love the photos - they came out so good that we have them displayed all over our house and in my office. Totally worth it for memories we'll cherish forever.
Lesley was super friendly and put everyone at ease right away.
Kevin
We flew Lesley out to take our family photos and it did not disappoint! We had heard she was amazing with children and animals (our children wanted our dog and horses in some of the photos!). We had a place in mind for this shoot. It was up against a beautiful mountain, and Lesley took the most phenomenal photos! One particular member of our family (me) is not that photogenic, and you'd think we are the most beautiful family on the planet!
I would recommend Lesley to anyone for family photos or any scenario for that matter.
Tyler
The Lesley Experience
What’s it like working with the one and only Lesley? Think: calming energy, zero pressure, and just the right amount of “I got you.” I’m here to guide you every step of the way — with a plan in my pocket and a chill vibe to match. We’ll laugh, we’ll maybe cry (the good kind), and you’ll walk away with photos that feel like you and the people you love most.
Whether it's a wedding at one of the LDS temples, a beautiful church, a gorgeously set backyard in Northern California, on the coastline of Kauai, or in the mountains of Utah, I aim for a stress free day. Your wedding should be a day that you look back on with fondness. A day that you can be fully present with the person you love more than anything. Leave the timelines, poses, and schedule to me, so you can focus on the kisses and love shared between a couple that has chosen to commit to one another in front of family and friends.
When it comes to a family session with me, it is all about fun, creativity, playfulness, and genuine smiles. We could be on Baker Beach in San Francisco, in the almond blossoms of Ripon, the lavender fields of Sacramento, basking in the sun on Shipwreck Beach in Kauai, or surrounded by the gorgeous colors in American Fork Canyon with the people you love the most. You know, the people that make you wanna laugh, cry, hug, and even throw sometimes, haha. That's family in a nutshell, am I right?! You and yours will leave the shoot feeling like it was WAY more fun than it should have been. I get more reviews from Dads and husbands than most photographers. These gentle giants realize very quickly that showing up to a shoot with me is a safe place, and they have permission to have fun and be relaxed. Before they know it, they are settled in, laughing, and everyone is feeling comfortable in front of the "scary" camera.
Calm, Collected & Kinda Like Hanging with a Friend
upcoming
travel schedule
Utah | June 20-24
Utah | July 20-30
Kauai | August 28- Sept 2
Utah | September 24-30
