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This blog is your go-to resource for my best tips, tricks and inspiration to help you have an amazing, effortless and enjoyable family photo session. So, grab a cup or glass of your favorite beverage and browse the latest posts below. Or, check out some client favorites:

What to Wear for Spring Family Photos
What to Wear for In-home Newborn Photos
What to Wear for Fall Family Photos
Best Time for Maternity Photos
Best Time for Newborn Photos
Three Things Not to Say to Kids During Your Session
Best Parks for Family Photos - New Jersey
Family-Friendly Hikes in NJ



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Three Reasons to Love Lifestyle Family Photography

Family

Newborn-Outdoor-Family-Photo-Session

What exactly is Lifestyle Family Photography and why it may be the perfect choice for your next Family Photo Session Lifestyle Family Photography is an increasingly popular genre of photography among families who want photos that resemble real life and are captured in an authentic and artistic way. Read on for three reasons to love lifestyle […]

Finding Calm in the Chaos and My Top Twenty Photos of 2020

Family, Personal

It’s been a year like no other, with many challenges. I’ve spent a lot of time reflecting and reminding myself of all that I have to be grateful for. I’ve found moments of calm through meditation, long walks, lots of hot tea, and the occasional glass of wine (when all else fails). If you’re like […]

Dear Mama, We Must Exist in Photos

Family

Exist in Photos

As moms, we’re often the memory keepers of our family, snapping photos of our kiddos to document their lives through all the changing stages.  Whether it’s the milestone moments or the little in-between ones, we happily document our family.  But how often do we get in front of the lens? Do we even exist in photos? Why […]

Tips for A Successful Family Photo Session (Especially with Young Kids)

Family

Tips for a Successful Family Photo Session

Planning a family photo session can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re coordinating outfits, schedules, and little ones’ moods. These tips to prepare for a successful family photo session will help you approach your session with confidence so you can focus on connection and natural moments with your family. After years of photographing families, I’ve learned […]

Six Questions to Ask Before Choosing A Family Photographer

Family

Sunset Family Beach Session at the Beach

Today more than ever, families have endless options when choosing a photographer for family portraits–from studio and on-location photographers to traditional portrait, lifestyle, and documentary artists. Each photographer brings not only a different style but also a unique personality and approach to sessions. Feeling overwhelmed? Don’t worry! These six questions to ask before choosing a family photographer will […]

Teen Survivor Session in Maplewood |The Gold Hope Project Photographer

Family

Gold Hope Project Photographer

When I met Shariah and her mom for their golden hour photo shoot early in September, I was immediately struck by Shariah’s beautiful smile and the joy in her eyes. Both Shariah and her her mom certainly have reason to smile now. After an extremely difficult year during which Shariah was diagnosed with a rare childhood cancer, she […]

Family Portraits Can Boost Confidence in Children

Family

Best parks for family photos in Morris County, NJ

As parents, we all want to raise confident kids.  As a new mom, I remember obsessing over articles about children and self-esteem. But none of them mentioned the importance of family portraits. Like many new parents, I took countless photos of my son to document his growth and record our family memories. As a New Jersey lifestyle photographer, […]

Favorite Farms for Apple Picking in New Jersey

Family

Favorite-Farms-for-Apple-Picking-in-New Jersey

Updated September 2025 The air has turned crisp and apple picking season has arrived! If you’ve followed me since my now teenage son was young, you know how much I love visiting pick-your-own farms. From flowers to berries, New Jersey has some of the best farms for pick-your-own. Autumn is all about the apples! When […]

How to Prepare for Your Sunset Family Photo Session at the Beach

Family

Sunset Family Beach Session at the Beach

Making the Most of Your Family Beach Photo Session in New Jersey There’s something magical about a family photo session at the beach—the golden glow of the sun, the gentle waves, and the endless space for kids to run and play. Beach sessions create dreamy, timeless images, but they also come with unique challenges—think wind, […]

Five Things To Bring To Your Outdoor Family Photo Session With A Baby

Client Tips, Family

Baby boy yawning

Planning an outdoor photoshoot with a baby can feel overwhelming. Besides the logistics of coordinating schedules and choosing what to wear, you might also be wondering what to bring to your outdoor family photo session. As a lifestyle photographer specializing in relaxed, fun outdoor sessions for families in New Jersey, I know that planning helps […]

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