About Chris

My journey with photography started in my early 20s, chasing golden light across landscapes and patiently waiting for wildlife to appear. Over time—and especially after becoming a dad—my focus shifted from quiet forests to the beautiful chaos of family life.

Now, my wife and I find joy in capturing those real, fleeting moments that mean everything: a laugh, a cuddle, a sideways glance full of personality. Together, we believe family photography should feel relaxed and genuine—more like spending time together than posing for a camera.

We specialize in family portraits with a natural, light and airy feel. Our goal is to create a comfortable, laid-back atmosphere where authentic moments can unfold. While much of our work has leaned toward posed portraits, we’re always drawn to candid, storytelling images that reflect the love and energy of each family we photograph.

Whether you’re updating your family photos, celebrating a special season of life, or just hoping to freeze time for a moment, we’d be honored to help you do that—together.

Chris, family photographer and founder of Dear Light Studio, smiling with his wife and two young children during a outdoor family session.

Where It All Began

Before Chris started photographing families, he spent years chasing light across mountaintops, city streets, and quiet forests. It taught him patience, composition, and how to find beauty in both the grand and the subtle—which now shapes how he photographs people.

Here’s a glimpse at the work that first sparked his love for photography:

Long exposure photo of light trails from moving vehicles on a road at night with starry sky overhead.
A tent illuminated from within on a sandy beach under a night sky with a bright full moon and scattered clouds.
A peaceful harbor scene at sunset with purple sky, calm water, large rocks along the shore, and boats docked in the distance.
Long exposure photo of a rocky seashore during sunset with calm water and a clear sky with pink and blue hues.
A winding gravel path on green grassy cliffs overlooking the ocean at sunset.
A small blue and orange bird with a crest on its head standing on a twisted tree branch in a natural outdoor setting.
A barred owl with detailed feathers perched in a tree with spotted bark, surrounded by leaves and branches.
Close-up of a cheetah sitting on a log, looking downward with a blurred natural background.
An owl perched on a tree branch surrounded by dry and green foliage, with a soft warm background.
Two fluffy baby ducklings swimming together in green water.
Sunlight shining through green trees onto a rocky forest creek with moss-covered logs and a small waterfall.
A fox partially hidden among dense green foliage, with one eye staring out, in a forest setting.
Long exposure photograph of a waterfall with water cascading over a ledge, surrounded by trees in the background, and a blue sky overhead.
Modern shopping mall with a tilted architectural design, displaying signs for Rio, Dave & Buster's, AMC, and other stores, reflected in a calm body of water at sunset.
A rugged mountain trail beside a calm, icy body of water with scattered icebergs, under a blue sky with a few clouds.
Scenic view of a valley with lush green forests, rugged rock formations, and a cloudy sky.
Mountain peak with snow and lush trees in the foreground, under a cloudy sky with rays of sunlight breaking through.
Snowy mountain landscape with a group of hikers walking on a snowy path under a metal structure, with snow-covered peaks and trees visible in the background.
View of the CN Tower through a window in a city skyscraper with other tall buildings surrounding it.
Black sand beach with large black rocks and sea stacks, cloudy sky, waves crashing
The Arc de Triomphe in Paris under cloudy skies with cars and pedestrians around its base.
A scenic view of the beach at sunset with rocks in the foreground and pink clouds in the sky.
Sunset over rocky coastal cliffs with people walking and sitting, calm ocean with gentle waves, and two kite surfers in the distance.
A Close-up of a bird with a black head and body, and red-orange patches on its wings, standing on a surface with a blurred background.