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Do you have a senior in your home? Congratulations! I know this year will be filled with lots of fun, celebration, and memory making as everyone prepares for your student’s next phase. As you start to plan for senior year, you may be wondering: “When do you take senior pictures?” In this post, I’ll discuss […]

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When Do You Take Senior Pictures?

When do you take senior pictures? Senior girl sits in the grass and smiles at the camera during spring session.

Are you expecting a sweet new addition to your family? Congratulations!! If beautifully documenting major family milestones is important to you, you may be wondering when to take maternity photos. While there is a general guideline, there are multiple factors to consider. Note: Ultimately, I encourage you to document your pregnancy. I mean this even […]

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When to Take Maternity Photos

Mother poses in front of blooming tree. When to take maternity photos.

Wondering what outfit to purchase for your child’s upcoming Heirloom session? You’ve come to the right post. In this post, I’ll be giving my recommendations for what to wear for Heirloom Photos! First of all, can I just say that I’m so excited that you are considering this style of photoshoot for your child? This […]

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What to Wear for Heirloom Photos

Little boy wear white embroidered bubble for heirloom photos.

Are you expecting a sweet new addition and wondering when to take newborn photos? Then you’ve found the right post! Newborn photos are such a perfect way to document this exciting season of life. Let’s dive into the factors you need to consider. Before we get going, let me introduce myself in case we haven’t […]

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When To Take Newborn Photos?

Image of older brother and sister snuggling newborn brother

A relaxed photoshoot is usually what you are envisioning as you scroll through Pinterest or Instagram and dream about scheduling a photoshoot with your family, isn’t it? Or maybe it’s what you’re hoping for if you’re more of a realist. In this post, I want to offer some tips to make a relaxed photoshoot with […]

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Relaxed Photoshoot Tips

Relaxed photoshoot with two little boys playing in creek during the summer

Mini Sessions are a popular option, popping up seasonally throughout the year. I frequently get inquiries from clients asking about mini-sessions. In this post, I give you my take as a photographer on the pros and cons of mini-sessions for photography. You can decide what’s best for your family. What is a mini-session? Traditionally, mini-sessions […]

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Mini Sessions for Photography: Pros and Cons

Mini sessions for photography pros and cons of choosing this session type.

In today’s blog, I’m going to dive into some of my favorite free Chattanooga photo spots. Chattanooga is known as the Scenic City for a reason! There are so many beautiful outdoor spaces and parks throughout the Chattanooga area. So it makes sense that local Chattanoogans and visitors love to get family portraits outside when […]

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Chattanooga Photo Spots – Free and Cheap Locations

Downtown chattanooga photo location

Have you heard or seen online the term “lifestyle photographer” and wondered what it means? Are you possibly trying to decide if a lifestyle photography session is what you’re looking for? Let’s discuss! What is a lifestyle photographer? I find it easiest to think about lifestyle photography on a spectrum that ranges from formal portraits […]

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Lifestyle Photographer

Newborn baby boy smiling at mother

If you’re planning a photoshoot, you may be wondering: When’s the best time to take photos? Granted, you may mean one of two things when you ask this question: When it comes to considering seasons of the year and scheduling portrait photography, the Chattanooga area where I live is a beautiful setting during every season. […]

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Best Time To Take Photos

when to take summer photos.

Did you know that I offer a photography client closet?? My little collection of dresses is currently small, but mighty. I have plans to make it grow. I certainly hope this will be a special element to continue to make photography session planning more stress-free for my clients. What is a photography client closet? Let’s […]

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Photography Client Closet

blue floral dress from client closet