Most people want to remember their memories with a few still images captured by a professional photographer. The popularity of photography has grown once again with the possibilities offered by digital software making it simpler than ever to capture moments in a positive light. In California, Tana & Rose Photography has become one of the leading boutique studios responsible for recognizing the changing face of the American family. Founders, Tana Ava Taylor and Rose Hamilton have been developing a range of different packages for their potential clients who may come from blended families or include adopted children.

Tana Taylor adoption packages are growing in popularity as the photographer herself is willing to share her own adoption story with her photographic subjects. Despite the often difficult nature of the adoption process, Tana Ava Taylor explains her love of photography allows her to bring a touch of whimsy and fun to every set of images she produces. Tana Ava Rose Taylor adoption packages have become so popular the company is looking to expand in the next few years from its California headquarters.

The impressive rise of Tana & Rose Photography to become one of the most popular in California is a result of the love of photography of the founders. Tana Ava Taylor began her photographic career in college and rekindled her love of the practice when she started her own family.

What is your favorite thing about traveling?

As a photographer, I love exploring different cultures and landscapes. I love finding new places and experiencing the vibrant nature of every community I come across. Whether I am traveling from my home in California to the beautiful Pacific Northwest or heading to a foreign country, I find something interesting everywhere I visit.

Is traveling something you consider a hobby or a lifestyle? How did you get started?

As a mother, I don’t think I could consider traveling a lifestyle as my kids need a full-time base. However, travel is a major part of the life of my family as we find new places to visit every chance we get. We travel up and down the West Coast on a regular basis and take at least one foreign vacation each year.

Do you have any exciting travel dates or itinerary planned for the future?

We are planning to spend the Holiday season in Australia to experience Christmas in the Summer down under. Australia is a country I have found fascinating throughout my life and always dreamed of visiting. Part of the trip we have planned includes a visit to the Great Barrier Reef which is an important conservation area which must be protected. As a photographer, I hope to put my camera to good use and build my travel portfolio over the course of the trip.

What are some travel tips you’d give to an inexperienced traveler?

Always carry a camera to record where you have been. On the few occasions, I have not recorded my trips with photographs I have regretted it almost immediately. My way of packing is to get out everything I plan to pack and then see what I can trim down. I always think I need more than I do when I’m heading on vacation before I remove all the items I do not need.

Where would you like to go?

I am about to achieve one of my travel aims and would love to add a trip to Japan to the destinations I have visited. The culture in Japan is unique as it blends the old and the new in a beautiful way. I hope to reach Japan at some point in the future and capture the amazing beauty of an amazing culture.

Where would you like to revisit?

One of the places I visited as a young person was Berlin. At the time the skyline was dominated by cranes and construction work which had an industrial beauty as the city was rebuilt following the end of the Cold War. I would love to head back to Germany and see how the city has changed over the last couple of decades.

Do you travel alone? Why?

I have children, so I rarely travel alone. Occasionally, I do have to head out alone for a business trip, but the main traveling I do is with my family. This can impact my decisions about where to visit as I have to make sure every destination is friendly to my family. We have always talked about heading to Africa for a safari but have been waiting for our children to be older so they can truly appreciate the experience.

If you could pick the top three places every person should go, what would they be?

In the Pacific Northwest, I love the Copper Salmon Wilderness area which has huge Douglas Firs and amazing valleys. I also love Venice, despite the huge numbers of tourists who descend on the city every summer. My last visit to Venice, Italy was in the winter when I could explore the canals without the crowds of the warmer months. We have visited London, England on some occasions and enjoy the culture of the city.

Do you travel light or do you pack up the house?

For myself, I now travel light. However, I pack everything to keep my children entertained and happy as we move around the U.S. and the world.