Gretchen's creativeness, up-beat energy and attention to detail creates a distinctive blend of photographic professionalism and artistry. Her unique and elegant style makes your photo session a fun and memorable experience.

          Born and raised in Walnut Creek, California, Gretchen has grown to know and love what the California landscape has to offer. Besides being a professional photographer she is also an avid skier, certified scuba-diver, former professional ice skater and an all-around outdoors-person. She is very familiar with some of the most beautiful natural settings that the Bay Area has to offer.

          She has traveled extensively throughout her life including Mexico, Brazil, the Caribbean and Thailand. Gretchen is well poised for the adventurous and the exotic. She loves kids, the elderly and animals and has done extensive work with the developmentally disabled and animal rescue. Gretchen is quite compassionate and sensitive making her well suited for accommodating your particular needs.

          Having started her professional photography business in 2001, Gretchen has grown to appreciate individuality within the scope of creating a Family Heirloom Portrait that will always be dearly remembered, treasured and proudly displayed.

Reviews of Gretchen's photography can be seen on her Client Testimonial Page.

To arrange for an appointment or seek further information about her services, please e-mail Gretchen or contact her by phone. See below for contact information.