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Authentic Kids Portraits

by Shelly Rivoli Photography

Smiling girl leans in for a portrait with Bay Area photographer Shelly Rivoli
A laughing girl jumps in air during a children's portraits session
Young sisters sit for a children's portrait with photographer Shelly Rivoli
Young boy withhilarious expression for a black and white children's portrait by photographer Shelly Rivoli
children's portrait of a young girl in a green dress by photographer Shelly Rivoli

BEST OF EL CERRITO WINNER 2025

It’s picture day – their way.

What makes my children’s portraits different? My portrait events and school visits take place outdoors in natural light, with quick and easy “mini sessions,” where kids from babies through high school seniors can be that best thing of all — themselves!

Over the past 5 years, I’ve photographed kids encompassing every personality type and temperament, and I’m always happy to meet them where they are. That’s included special needs children, non-English speakers, nonbinary kiddos, and children who were terrified of the camera!

As a mom of 3, I especially appreciate every age and stage of childhood, and it’s my great joy to capture those milestone moments for parents to treasure for years to come.

If you’re looking for an elevated alternative to traditional school pictures in the greater Berkeley / El Cerrito region of the East Bay Area, please read on to see why other parents recommend and LOVE my children’s portraits. And, of course, why you likely will, too!

Why parents love my kids portraits:

  • You’ll have a variety of authentic expressions and types of shots to choose from in both color and my custom black and white versions (see portfolio).
  • You’ll have the opportunity to overlap siblings for a few photos together when you book consecutive time slots.
  • You can view, favorite, and order easily through your child’s private online gallery.
  • You can purchase high-resolution digital images with instant delivery, with a photographer’s print release to create your own prints, cards, or photo gifts where you like.
  • You can order the same professional, archival-grade prints available through my standard studio price lists with significant discounts I can only offer through school groups and special events.
  • There is no sitting fee to participate, and high-res digitals and professional print packages start at $40 each.
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Shelly is so good with kids and she captures amazing expressions on their faces!!

We love all the photos she took and I highly recommend Shelly as your photographer. -A.S., Google Review

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Children’s Portfolio

For my Authentic Kids Portraits events and school visits, I most often work outdoors in natural light, and photograph children from infancy through high school seniors (for my Senior Portrait sessions click here). Here is a glimpse of my style of children’s portraits — and range!
Best of El Cerrito Winner children's portrait photographer
BW children's portrait of brothers being silly
portrait of sisters in natural light by Shelly Rivoli Photography
Sweet BW portrait of a young child by Shelly Rivoli Photography
Children's portrait of a high school student with pink hair by Bay Area photographer Shelly Rivoli
children's portrait of brother and sister in natural light by Shelly Rivoli Photography
funny BW portrait of brother and sister being silly by children's photographer Shelly Rivoli
Children's portrait of sweet young boy by photographer Shelly Rivoli
BW children's portrait of teen girl laughing by Bay Area childrens photographer Shelly Rivoli
Children's portrait of young girl in butterfly wings by Shelly Rivoli
Adorable baby portrait in BW by Bay Area photographer Shelly Rivoli
Children's portrait of tween wearing stocking cap and glasses by Bay Area photographer Shelly Rivoli
BW children's portrait of teen girl by Bay Area photographer Shelly Rivoli
children's portrait of cute girl grinning by Bay Area childrens photographer Shelly Rivoli
A laughing girl jumps in air during a children's portraits session

Schedule Authentic Kids Portraits for Your Child, Your School, or Your Parents’ Group

No more “deer-in-the-headlights” school pictures. Here are three ways to schedule Authentic Kids Portraits by Shelly Rivoli Photography.
  • Sign Up for Events
  • Book a School
  • Host an Event

Check Back Here For Upcoming Authentic Kids Portrait Events

Stay tuned! My Bay Area Authentic Kids Portrait Events that are open to the public will be posted here with sign-up links.


Join my VIP email list to be the first to know – and get access to some events and special offers exclusive to my VIPs!

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BW portrait of brothers being silly

Bring Authentic Kids Portraits to Your Bay Area Preschool or School

My system makes it easy for parents to sign up their children in advance, get a picture-day reminder, and view their children’s photos in a private online gallery.

Easy Ordering, Happy Parents

Parents can purchase high-resolution digitals for immediate download and professional, archival-grade prints from my lab. Digitals and print packages each start at $40. A la carte prints are also available.

Tell Me About Your School!

Please send a session request (button below) with details about the size of your school, age range of students, location, and how you’ve done portraits for students in the past. I look forward to hearing from you!

Would you like to host a children’s portrait event for your parents group, moms club, or friends?

Contact me about planning a “picture day” for your special group in the Bay Area. A minimum 15 children must get pre-registered for your event to make it a go. We can discuss the location and best area for set up (code word: shade) when you get in touch (button below)!

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More Praise from Parents …

“I have gone to Shelly for portraits of my girls for 3 years in a row now and am always delighted with the results. Shelly has a very calm approach and they always warm up to her, even if we start the day feeling shy. She’s always flexible with them and they can relax… Shelly’s prices for a full gallery are very reasonable, and we have made a tradition of getting them made into photobooks to send to our family overseas …”

– A.C., Google 5-star review

“Shelly is a true professional and a fun photographer to work with! She did so well with our girls and made their personalities shine through in the photos that she took. Luckily, our preschool booked her twice for photos (one just preschool kids, another one for siblings), and both sets of photos were amazing! Her prices for the photos are reasonable too. I really enjoy Shelly’s photo style and would highly recommend her as a photographer for anybody looking for special photos.”

– W.C., Google 5-star review

“Shelly captured the essence of my daughter in her photo shoot! Friends and Family have complimented her work.
Thank you and I highly recommend.”

– J.M., Google 5-star review
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