Cynthia Bullard Photography, Cynthia Bullard
A woman and a football player pose on a football field at night. The woman is holding a camera with a telephoto lens, wearing a black jacket and jeans, and has curly gray hair. The football player is in uniform with a helmet in his hand, wearing a jersey with the number 11 and the name Ventura, and has curly hair.

Cynthia Bullard - Your Photographer

Hi! I’m Cynthia Bullard, the owner and photographer at Cynthia Bullard Photography. I’m a Wife, Mom, New Grandma, Dog Mom, and Sports Mom!

Based in Ventura County, California, I’ve had the pleasure of helping families capture generational images for more than 30 years (I know, I don’t look that old right?!) I started in photography shortly after high school when I signed up for a black-and-white film class at Ventura College. As soon as I picked up my manual Pentax camera, loaded the film, and started taking images, I was hooked!

My love for photography began long before I ever picked up a camera. As a little girl, I would sit on the floor at my grandmother’s house, completely absorbed in albums filled with old photographs. Years later, my world changed forever when my mother was killed in a car accident at just 38 years old. I was only 14. In the quiet that followed, I realized how few photographs we had of my mother as an adult. That loss is what fuels my mission to ensure your family’s story is preserved in beautifully printed images—meant to be cherished, displayed, and lived with, not forgotten on a phone. Because one day, without warning, photographs stop being “just pictures”.

You will never truly know how important those photographs are until they are all you have left.

Let’s create photographs that will hang on your walls for generations to come.

Certified Newborn Photography Safety in Ventura County

When searching for a trusted Ventura County newborn photographer, your baby’s safety should always come first—and it is the foundation of every session. I am professionally trained and certified in newborn photography safety, with extensive experience in safe posing, gentle handling, and calm, relaxed sessions. A majority of newborn photography sessions take place in my Ventura Studio where the environment is carefully controlled for comfort, warmth, and security. I have a trained assistant working alongside me so parents can take a quiet moment to breathe and relax—something that becomes incredibly rare in the months after welcoming a new baby. I want to ensure every parent feels confident knowing their baby is in experienced, caring hands from the moment they arrive.

2024 APPI online safety course completion badge with pink ribbon and circular text

Award-Winning Photography in Ventura County

In addition to safety, my work is recognized for its quality and artistry. As an award-winning Ventura County photographer, my images have earned multiple blue ribbons at the Ventura County Fair over the last few years, including the prestigious Best of Show Award and a Superintendent’s Award. I have also earned an Associate accreditation with The Portrait Masters program. These honors reflect a commitment to both technical excellence and timeless design. My goal is to create beautiful portraits that are meant to be printed, displayed, and cherished for generations.

Black and white photograph of a woman standing outdoors on a rainy day, wearing a raincoat and holding an umbrella, with a railing, trees, and flowers in the background. Two award rosettes, one blue with the text "Best of Show" and one purple with the text "Best of Division," are attached to the photograph.
A circular badge with a silver border, featuring the KRP Online logo and the text 'Newborn Safety Certificate 2024'.
A framed photograph of a young baseball catcher, wearing a red jersey and catching gear, making a diving catch on a dirt field with a chain-link fence and a parked car in the background. Two blue ribbon awards are hanging on the sides of the photograph.
Close-up of a gold embossed seal of The Portrait Masters, indicating an Associate Photographer accreditation for awards and certification.

Ready to take the next step in your portrait journey?

I can’t wait to capture your memories!

Get in touch!