Family photo session tips are so helpful. As a lifestyle family photographer, a common question I am asked from parents is how to keep their kids happy and relaxed during a photo session. We all know kids of any age can be unpredictable, but with a little planning and some simple tips. You can ensure […]

What is a photography mini session and how is it different from a full session? Family mini sessions and full sessions are terms photographers throw around that might not be familiar to you. Let’s take a look at what these mean and how you can choose the best option that matches your family’s needs. What […]

In all my Fort Worth family photography sessions, the most important component of preparing for your session is finding the best light! Planning for Light Before every in home photography session, whether it’s newborn, milestone, or family, I have my client send me pictures of  some of their rooms.  In the phone pics, I am […]

Family photography posing tips are not complicated! Even though people describe my photography as unexpected joys, authentic, real life, causal, etc…, we can still talk about poses. It might surprise you, but I do use poses throughout your photography session. Prior to every session, I sketch a series of poses that  I want to try […]

Deciding how to display family photos does not have to be complicated. After you finally got everyone on board for family pictures, you prepared for your session, you had a wonderful session experience, received your beautiful gallery of images, there is one more step that most people skip….PRINT YOUR PHOTOS. I have a confession, I […]

Let’s Break This Down! Preparing your kids for your photo session is a huge part of creating a successful and enjoyable experience for everyone. As a former teacher for kindergarten and preschool age children, preparation for lessons was a key factor in knowing if we were going to have a great day in the classroom. […]

Fall family photo outfit ideas do not have to be a source of stress! Coordinating your family’s outfits can be relatively simple and if you just take a little time to plan. It’s really not that bad if you follow a little formula. Years ago there was a television show on called “What Not to Wear”. […]

Where is the best place to have newborn photo sessions? I might be a little biased about this, but I believe the best place to have newborn photo sessions is in your home. Why? First it is very practical, you have everything you need from extra clothes to snacks. Also, what better place to document […]

A Lifestyle newborn session allows families to remain in the comfort and familiar surroundings of their own home. They are the perfect setting for capturing your family where everyone is most comfortable and everything you could need is  just a reach away. To prepare for your in home session you have to consider a couple […]

When is the Best Time to Schedule Family Photography Session? Drum roll please……anytime is the best time to schedule your family photography session! There is no right or wrong time of year, season of life, or milestone needed. Your family is valuable and your role as a mother is valuable. There are no parameters to […]