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You may only think of getting photos with extended family when you have the occasional family reunion. But after reading this article, hopefully you’ll consider how important it can be to be intentional about having these memories and bonds captured. Unexpected Bonds One of my favorite things about taking family photos with extended family is […]

If you’re reading this then you have probably asked yourself this exact question! We’re here to answer how often you should get photos taken and is there really such thing as “too much”? Frequency Of Getting Photos Done As a photographer, I really encourage people to have photos taken in every season and stage of […]

When you think of celebrating milestones and taking photos, I’m sure your mind immediately goes to first birthdays and cake smashes. Well first birthdays aren’t the only ones where you can do fun things! It’s also a great excuse to incorporate family photos and get early pictures for holiday cards. Kids are only little for […]

When working with your clients I’m sure you have your go-to tried and true poses. Why wouldn’t you?

Planning what to wear to your family photo session can be so stressful, but it doesn’t have to be! I’ll admit that I’ve shopped for outfits for my family the night before a session. Sometimes you have to do what you have to do. BUT. Knowing where to start with your outfits can help make […]

When I was preparing for my first adoption photography session for one of my best friends, I scoured the internet for information. And you know what I found? Not much. There is surprisingly little information about adoption photography. That’s a problem; because even if you’re a professional photographer who specializes in newborn and family photography, […]

I love looking through old photo albums that my parents put together of my brother’s and my childhood. All of the photos printed out, film copies in the front, and the bulky albums all lined up on a shelf. I do have one album of printed photos of my son in our house right now, […]

  There was once a time when I dreamed of being a total Pinterest mom… sitting around doing crafts with my kids all day while the warm breeze rolled through the windows, playing games outside, and cooking perfect toddler meals. Then I became a mom. While I do strive to do plenty of activities with […]