Family photography is about more than lining everyone up and asking them to smile. The photos that parents love most are the in-between moments. The way a toddler curls up in mom’s lap. The belly laugh when dad spins a child in circles. The secret glance siblings share when they think no one is...
One of my favorite tips for children’s photography in Berks County is letting kids bring something they really love to their session. It could be a stuffed animal, a blanket that goes everywhere, a favorite toy, or even a book. Parents sometimes worry those items might look out of place in...
Photographing tweens is one of my favorite challenges. At this age, they are in that in-between stage where they are not little kids anymore, but they are not quite teens either. They want to feel grown up, but they also still want to be silly, and sometimes the camera makes them clam right up. My...
Photographing tweens is a delicate balance. They are in that stage where they are not little kids anymore, but they are not quite teenagers, either. They want independence, they want to feel grown up, and at the same time they can be silly, goofy, and unsure of themselves...all in the span of five...
Some kids walk into the studio ready to show off, and others want nothing to do with the camera. Both are completely fine. As a children’s photographer in Berks County, I see it all the time. Some kids are shy, some hate being told to “stand still and smile,” and some just do not enjoy the idea of...
Every parent says the same thing when they walk into my studio: “I just want a real smile.” No forced “cheese” grin, no stiff look, just the laugh that makes their kid them. Guess what? That is my favorite part too. The secret? It is not about telling kids to pose. It is about having fun together...
Kids are the best little directors. Give them the tiniest bit of control and suddenly their personalities pour out. That is when the real photos happen — the ones that actually look like your kid instead of stiff, “say cheese” smiles. As a children’s photographer here in Berks County, I’ve learned...
There is nothing like watching a tween walk into my Sinking Spring studio and see a row of dream gowns waiting for them. Their eyes light up the second they realize they get to pick the one that feels just right. These sessions are not about playing dress up. They are about giving kids a chance to...
I can never get enough of the sitting stage. Babies sit there, wobbling just a bit, showing off a gummy smile while soaking in every little thing around them. Blink and the stage is over.That is why I always encourage parents to not skip the sitter session. Between 6 and 12 months, babies are...
If you’ve ever noticed that I refer to kids as “this little dude” or “tiny miss”, instead of using their names, that’s not just me being playful. It’s intentional. As a children’s photographer, I take your child’s safety and privacy seriously. Sharing photos online can be fun and exciting,...
Let me guess. Your camera roll is packed with photos of your kids, maybe a few of the dog, and about four that include you. And two of those are blurry. You are not alone.So many parents tell me the same thing. They have hundreds of pictures of their children but barely any where they are in the...
Preparing your children for a photoshoot may seem overwhelming, or even stressful, but these tips should help you prepare. Hype up the experience Bring up the photo session ahead of time, hyping up about how it’s going to be a fun day. Tell them that there’ll be music and dancing, with lots of...