Amarilis Photography and Film

Amarilis Photography and Film All inquiries via website: https://www.amarilisphotographyandfilm.com For booking and prices, please contact Amarilis Martinez at [email protected].

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May 1 A gentle reminder: you don’t have to rush your healing, your growth, or your joy.Be soft with yourself today. Spea...
05/01/2026

May 1

A gentle reminder: you don’t have to rush your healing, your growth, or your joy.

Be soft with yourself today. Speak kindly to your heart, honor where you are, and trust that everything is unfolding in its own time.

Love life, not just the big moments, but the quiet ones too, the deep breaths, the small wins, the simple peace.

You are allowed to grow slowly and still bloom beautifully.

You only have ONE option for your motherhood minis? 🥴Awwww…welp not me! Amy goes big everytime:). For 2026, I’m doing...
04/29/2026

You only have ONE option for your motherhood minis? 🥴
Awwww…welp not me! Amy goes big everytime:).

For 2026, I’m doing things a little differently, because every mama deserves a vibe that feels like her.

✨ Indoor setups
✨ Outdoor options
✨ Multiple looks
✨ Variety, variety, VARIETY

I get bored seeing the same backdrop over and over, and I know you do too. Every family is different, every mom has her own style, so why not have options that actually reflect that?

Whether you want something soft and cozy, bright and airy, or a little more elevated and editorial… I got you.

💐 NEXT UP: Motherhood Mini Pop-Up
🗓 May 9th
⏱ Back-to-back sessions (quick + easy)
🤍 Micro minis for anyone who missed the main sets

Perfect for busy moms who still want something beautiful without the full session commitment.

🔗 Booking link drops TONIGHT — don’t miss it.

PS: Santi is definitely the cutest thing ever…instant buddies. Thank you bringing him to me.

Planning your maternity session? Here’s your sign.The ideal time to schedule your maternity photos is between 26–35 week...
04/28/2026

Planning your maternity session? Here’s your sign.

The ideal time to schedule your maternity photos is between 26–35 weeks. This is when your bump is beautifully visible, but you’re still feeling comfortable enough to enjoy the experience.

A little friendly (but important) reminder:
✨ Please don’t wait until the last minute to book.
My availability can fill up quickly, and I may not always be able to accommodate late requests.

Also, the closer you get to your due date, the more uncomfortable things can feel, swelling, fatigue, and overall discomfort can take away from the experience you deserve.

Give yourself the gift of planning ahead. Booking a few months in advance makes everything smoother, more relaxed, and enjoyable for YOU.

If you’re expecting, feel free to reach out, I’d love to help you plan something beautiful!

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Gown/Looks:

There are nights I’m up late editing, long days that stretch into even longer ones… but I wouldn’t trade it for anything...
04/27/2026

There are nights I’m up late editing, long days that stretch into even longer ones… but I wouldn’t trade it for anything. Because no matter how busy it gets, I don’t miss a moment when it comes to my daughters.

And that right there is the real blessing.

It’s not easy balancing motherhood, life, and running two businesses, but it’s worth every second. Especially when I get to grow alongside families who trust me with their biggest milestones—weddings, maternity sessions (twice!), and all the beautiful moments in between. That kind of loyalty? That kind of love? Hallelujah.

Lately I’ve been thinking about that new Justin Bieber song… the one that hits you right in the heart about purpose, growth, and showing up for what really matters. That’s exactly what this season feels like.

Grateful doesn’t even begin to cover it.

PS: I’ll skip the snakes though…no thank you! I can’t die a virgin. 🤭🤭

Some women are just built different.Working all the way up to the end, you are truly something else. I’m so proud to cal...
04/24/2026

Some women are just built different.

Working all the way up to the end, you are truly something else. I’m so proud to call you my friend and witness that kind of resilience firsthand.

Now it’s time to rest, soak it all in, and get ready to meet your baby NOA🤍 You’ve more than earned this moment.

Sometimes I have to pause and just take it in.This image is everything I love about motherhood sessions, simple, timeles...
04/23/2026

Sometimes I have to pause and just take it in.

This image is everything I love about motherhood sessions, simple, timeless, and full of meaning. No distractions, no noise, just a woman stepping into one of the most powerful transitions of her life.

There’s something so beautiful about this in-between moment. Not just capturing a bump, but capturing becoming. The quiet strength, the softness, the anticipation, it’s all there without needing anything extra.

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The way y’all checked on me like I just went through a full life crisis yesterday 😭😂“Are you okay???”“Who hurt you???”“D...
04/18/2026

The way y’all checked on me like I just went through a full life crisis yesterday 😭😂

“Are you okay???”
“Who hurt you???”
“Drop the name, we ride at dawn.”

I promise, I am GOOD 😂

Also, quick PSA: I’m currently mentoring a few photographers, so a lot of what I post is for teaching, reminders, or things they’re actively working through. Sometimes it’s literally content for them to learn from or reshare.

So no, it’s not always about me personally lol.
Sometimes I’m just in my mentor era.

Everything is fine. Everyone is alive. No clients were harmed in the making of those posts 🤣

Finalizing this gallery, but I just had to show off this little sneak today.How am I becoming San Diego’s new quinceañer...
04/16/2026

Finalizing this gallery, but I just had to show off this little sneak today.

How am I becoming San Diego’s new quinceañera photographer?

Well… if the “traditional” ones keep fumbling like this, I mean, I’m not gonna argue 🤷🏽‍♀️🔥

But honestly, if the girls are THIS cool and pulling looks like this?? Yeah… send them my way. I’ll gladly come out of quince retirement for this 📸

Motherhood sessions will always have a special place in my heart.Being a mom is no small thing. It’s long days, little s...
04/10/2026

Motherhood sessions will always have a special place in my heart.

Being a mom is no small thing. It’s long days, little sleep, constant giving…and so much love. It’s a kind of sacrifice that often goes unseen, unrewarded, but we show up anyway. Every single day.

That’s why you deserve the photos.

I know getting ready can feel like a chore. Coordinating outfits, packing bags, making sure everyone’s fed and happy…it’s a lot. But I promise you, when you look back at those images, it will all be worth it. These are the moments your babies will hold onto forever.

I’ve had the sweetest motherhood sessions in the studio this week, and they reminded me of something important…I need to step in front of the camera with my own girls too.

Don’t wait for the “perfect time.” This is it.

📍La Casita

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Happy Birthday to the one who makes me send the full gallery every time because choosing is just not happening 😂📸Thank y...
04/10/2026

Happy Birthday to the one who makes me send the full gallery every time because choosing is just not happening 😂📸

Thank you for always supporting my business, and for letting me photograph my favorite little person, your daughter. Actually I think I might be having some Kiara withdraws.

….but back to you, Hope your spoiled to the max today!!! Happiest of Birthdays Vanessa! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

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221 Third Avenue
Chula Vista, CA
91910

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Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 7am - 7pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 7pm
Saturday 7am - 7pm

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