Meet the Artist
Creating art that honors family, legacy, and emotion
Marcela Limon is an award-winning portrait photographer devoted to preserving the beauty of family through fine art portraiture. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, she crafts timeless works of art that bring warmth, connection and presence into her clients’ homes.
A Calm, Guided Experience
Every session with Marcela begins with the intention of learning about your family, your space, and the emotion you want to remember.
With a calm, intuitive approach, she guides you from session design to artwork installation, ensuring every detail feels effortless and personal.
“I’ve dedicated my life to capturing life’s most meaningful moments and turning them into beautiful finished artwork pieces that you’ll cherish forever.”
Art That Lives Beyond The Moment
Marcela’s portraits are handcrafted to perfection. Each piece is designed to stand the test of time.
Your beautiful new images will be printed on the finest materials, finished with care, and installed with precision to become part of your home and your history.
Her work has been honored by WPPI and Professional Photographers of America, where she earned both Master of Photography and Photographic Craftsman degrees, distinctions that reflect her devotion to artistry, education, and the timeless craft of portraiture.
Hello! I’m Marcela!
Marcela Limon is an award-winning portrait photographer devoted to honoring the beauty of family and the art of legacy. Based in the Bay Area, she’s spent more than a decade creating portraits that blend emotional depth with timeless craftsmanship.
As a board member of the PPA, Marcela continues to help shape the future of her industry by championing artistry, education, and excellence.
Distinctions
Since 2015, Marcela’s work has been celebrated by some of the world’s leading photographic organizations. Each recognition marks another step in her devotion to the art of portraiture, not for the accolades themselves, but for the mastery they represent.
2017 | Earned her first newborn safety certification, beginning a lifelong devotion to craftsmanship and care.
2019 | Achieved Professional Photographer Certification (PPA) and multiple APNPI category wins.
2021 | Earned her Master of Photography Degree and won First Place at WPPI.
2024 | Named OPPA Photographer of the Year and Platinum Medalist at the International Photographic Competition.
2025 | Awarded Photographic Craftsman Degree and Imaging Excellence Award from PPA.
“Marcela’s creativity and originality produced stunning photos. She used beautiful materials and inventive props, in addition to her endless supply of patience. We loved all the photos and found it incredibly difficult to narrow down the choices!”
Let’s Preserve What Matters
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