Allison Busch Photography, Berkeley, CA (2026)

In that time, I’ve shot more than 1000 sessions. In other words, I have seen it ALL. I’ve seen meltdowns, wardrobe malfunctions, vomiting, blowouts, and wipeouts. I’ve also seen impromptu dance parties, singing with abandon, full belly laughter, and so many hugs and kisses. My point is that real life will happen during our session, and we’ll aim to say YES to all of it. I promise you, I’ll make yo

u something worth remembering. I believe every person is beautiful and worthy of documentation, and I am here to be a safe place for all kinds of families and all kinds of creative folks. I reside in Berkeley, CA, and serve the San Francisco Bay Area. Let's connect so that I can help you tell your story.

06/25/2026

Bay Area lifestyle and portrait photographer 📸

Swipe through because I photograph many different kinds of people, and there’s a good chance you (or someone you love) is in this lineup. 👇

🎨 Small creative brands — because your iPhone photos aren’t doing your work justice anymore

🎓 High school seniors — this era deserves more than a phone selfie

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families — the wild, the blended, the “we just want one non-insane photo” kind of families

🤰 Maternity & Newborn — before the haze sets in and you forget how tiny they actually were

🤳 Singles — dating profile photos that actually get you matches

All sessions include a pre-shoot guidance, a private online gallery of all your edited images to download and keep forever, and photos that actually look like you/your family on your best day.

👉 Ready to book? Link in bio to grab your spot.
📍 Berkeley, CA | Serving the entire San Francisco Bay Area

06/09/2026

Oh, hi! It’s been a while since I did an intro post, so here goes…

I’m Allison! I’m the one-gal show behind Allison Busch Photography. Well, that’s not 100% accurate - shoutout to my wonderful virtual assistant . I’ve been running this little photography business since 2011, which I guess makes me a seasoned veteran at this point. 😜

When I’m not being a photography boss, I’m serving “annoying mom” to my two teenage boys and being my husband number one wife. I read like it’s a competition, love my girlfriends in the way they deserve, and spend a lot of time at my beloved third space (shout out .fitnessbayarea ). I’m a pet mom to one elderly dog, two twin sister kitties, and one (not so) wild squirrel named George.

My approach to photography is a mix of lifestyle and portraiture and I serve lots of different folks. ✨ Families, small creative brands, graduating seniors, pregnant people, newborn babies, and singles looking for kick-ass photos for their profiles ✨

If you want to get on the other side of my lens, visit my link in bio to find out lots more info and a way to get in touch. DMs are allowed too. 😘

First three photos by my friend Amy with .photo ❤️

05/07/2026

Mom booked it. He tolerated it. The photos? Chef’s kiss. 🤌

I love photographing seniors who aren’t sure about this whole portrait thing. Turns out that real, unposed, actually-you energy always wins.

Shot entirely in his own backyard with nothing but natural light and a little patience. No fake smiles. No weird poses. Just him.

And now? His mom adores the images, and he’s got photos that actually look like him — not some stiff, cheesy version of himself he’ll cringe at in 10 years.

This is what San Francisco Bay Area senior portraits can look like when we ditch the pressure and just let you show up. Whether you’re a reluctant senior or the mom who lovingly made the appointment anyway, this is for you.

Bay Area seniors (and the parents booking sessions for them): Not sure where your session should take place? I made a free quiz that matches your vibe to the perfect Bay Area photo location for your senior session. Link in bio. 📍

04/29/2026

This senior session was a 100/10! 🔥❤️ Senior portrait sessions are always creatively fun and a breath of fresh air after chasing toddlers (no shade on toddlers, I love you! 😜). Gen Z have marvelous ideas and they know their angles. To boot, this gorgeous young lady has been on the other side of my lens since she was toddler. Now she’s driving and counting the days before leaving for college. 🥹

Thank you to Mother Nature for the gorgeous light, the bursts of wildflowers, and the dreamiest, peachiest, wind-free sunset. 🌅

If you’re a senior (or parent a senior), I’ve made a fun little quiz that lets you figure out your ideal photo location based on your style and aesthetic (this session was shot at Redwood Regional and the Albany Bulb). I’ll post a link in stories and you can also find at the link in my bio. ✌🏻

03/31/2026

One of the most common questions I get from new parents: “Will our home even work for a newborn session?” 🧐 I get it. Most San Francisco homes aren’t exactly known for their square footage and floor-to-ceiling windows.

So I put together a real, behind-the-scenes look at five very different Bay Area homes — a Noe Valley one-bedroom, a Hayes Valley apartment, an ‘80s Oakland condo, a modern Oakland condo, a Petaluma suburban — and broke down exactly what I noticed about each one: the light, the rooms we used, what the family wore, and why it worked. 💫You can this guide, which includes galleries from each session, at my link in bio! 💫 My hope is that everyone can see that even their home can be a beautiful backdrop for meaningful photos.

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http://allisonbusch.com/

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