Three Simple Ways to Focus on Storytelling During a Photography Session

family skips rocks at first landing state park in virginia beach, virginia

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Storytelling photography is more than just the art of noticing — here are three easy ways you can become a better storyteller.

How to Style your Outdoor Newborn Photoshoot

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Taking newborn photos outdoors is definitely a different experience than shooting indoors or in someone’s home, and the prep work for styling these sessions is different too. Check out this post for my favorite tips to help you nail the styling for your next outdoor newborn photoshoot.

Preparing to Move Your Photography Business

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The perfect guide for moving your photography business: essential tips for relocating your small business from a military spouse.

How to travel like a pro with your photography gear

Mother embracing and holding hands with her six month old baby during an in home lifestyle photography session in Norfolk, Virginia.

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Traveling with your gear is stressful, these are my favorite things I do as a photographer every time I travel for work.

creating fun, laid back and authentic family photos

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Something I’ve discovered over the last few years is that when it comes to family photos, it’s really not about the posed/put together/say cheese moments. These are a few of of my favorite ways to make sure that my clients feel at ease and like they can incorporate the fun of their family dynamic into their photoshoot.

Blue Ridge Mountain Getaway

cabin located in the blue ridge mountains of north carolina

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Discover the magic of a historic cabin Airbnb stay in Newland, North Carolina, located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Immerse yourself in four generations of family history, explore the vibrant fall foliage of the Blue Ridge Parkway and hike the trails of Grandfather Mountain State Park.

How to take your own family photos

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I’ve been taking our own family photos for about two years now. Here’s how I make the process easy and the photos priceless.

Creating a Slow Session Pace

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How to create a slow pace at your next photography session so that your clients are relaxed, natural and unposed– allowing you to capture their authentic selves and to tell their genuine story with your images.

tips for taking family photos on vacation

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Family vacation is such a magical time to have your family photos taken. Here are three things you can do to ensure they are a success!

Photographing Large Families

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Large family sessions aren’t as scary and difficult as you’ve made them out to be in your head. Here are a few things to remember the next time you’re photographing large families.