Photographer Julie STORO

Photographer Julie STORO Ukrainian wedding & family photographer based in San Diego 🤍
Capturing genuine emotions, candid moments, and timeless stories.

Natural light, warm tones, and real connection. Creating memories for couples and families across Southern California.

05/04/2026

The surprise, the эмоции, the “yes” 💍✨
Everything about this moment was perfect

Proposal story 💍🤍
05/02/2026

Proposal story 💍🤍

Timeless, delicate, unforgettable.
04/21/2026

Timeless, delicate, unforgettable.

04/18/2026

The moment everything changed 💍
She thought it was just a walk… but he had a whole plan.
The surprise, the tears, the happiness — all real, all unforgettable.
DM me to plan your surprise proposal ✨

04/08/2026

💍 Courthouse wedding at San Diego County Administration Center

A small wedding — but full of real emotions 🤍

• Quick: ceremony takes ~5–10 minutes
• Affordable: ~$180–220 total
• Beautiful: outdoor ceremony with a waterfront view

After, you can go for photos downtown or head to
Balboa Park / La Jolla Cove 🌿🌊

Sometimes the simplest weddings feel the most meaningful ✨

04/07/2026

Helpful tips if you’re planning a photoshoot with little kids

A session with children isn’t about perfect poses — it’s about mood, comfort, and real emotions. Here are a few things that truly make a difference:

1. Timing matters
Choose a time when your child is well-rested and not hungry. A tired or hungry child = a stressful experience for everyone.

2. Don’t expect “perfect behavior”
Kids don’t pose — and that’s completely okay. The most beautiful moments come from movement, play, and interaction.

3. Comfortable clothing
Avoid stiff or uncomfortable outfits. If your child feels uncomfortable, it will show in the photos.

4. Bring something familiar
A favorite toy, blanket, or any comfort item helps children feel safe and relaxed in a new environment.

5. No pressure
Gentle guidance works much better than forcing poses. The atmosphere matters more than control.

6. Trust your photographer
When parents are relaxed, children feel it too — and the whole session becomes much smoother.

7. Preparation is key
Discuss details, ideas, and expectations in advance — it saves time and reduces stress during the session.

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✨ And most importantly — don’t chase a “perfect picture.”
The most valuable photos are the genuine moments of your family.

KAZKA — music that once felt far away, back in Ukraine.I dreamed of attending their concert, but because of the war, it ...
04/07/2026

KAZKA — music that once felt far away, back in Ukraine.

I dreamed of attending their concert, but because of the war, it never happened.
Still, life brought me there in a different way — I found myself at their show in the U.S., not as a guest, but as a photographer.

It was my first concert experience, and honestly, not the easiest 😅
Challenging lighting, constant movement, a crowd — a very different atmosphere from the weddings I’m used to.

But maybe that’s exactly why these photos mean so much to me.
I’ll leave them here as part of my journey.

Thank you for the energy you brought and for coming to San Diego 🫶🏼
It meant a lot to feel a little piece of Ukraine here.

My name is Julia 👋I’m from Ukraine 🇺🇦 and now living in San Diego 🇺🇸.Photography has been part of my life for over 6 yea...
03/29/2026

My name is Julia 👋

I’m from Ukraine 🇺🇦 and now living in San Diego 🇺🇸.
Photography has been part of my life for over 6 years.

I’ve always been drawn to real moments — imperfect, emotional, and alive.
Smiles, hugs, quiet feelings — the kind of moments you want to come back to and feel again.

I photograph in a calm and natural way, helping you simply be yourself.

Here I share wedding and family stories, little details, and sometimes parts of my everyday life.

I’d love to get to know you 🤍
Feel free to share a little about yourself in the comments🫶🏼

03/25/2026

you might feel awkward in front of the camera…
but that’s exactly why you’ll feel comfortable with me

a few things about me:

• I got my first camera at 13
and I never really put it down

• I love classic, timeless aesthetics
both in life and in my photos

• I’m a very empathetic person
I often understand you without words

• I’ll probably care about your photos even more than you do
and yes… I’ll fix your hair, outfit, all the little details

• I’ve been living in the U.S. for 2 years
and falling in love with what I do all over again

• I love people and real connection
and somehow, even camera-shy people feel at ease with me

• I may seem calm…
but I always have a million ideas in my head

• and a little personal fact —
I’ll never say no to pizza 🍕

03/17/2026

I’m a wedding and family photographer based in San Diego, capturing natural emotions and authentic moments — and turning every session into a cinematic series of frames 🤤

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San Diego, CA
92115

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