Thinking of your upcoming photo session including your children may give you a bit of anxiety, worrying about so many what-ifs and expectations. Your experience may feel like organized chaos; peaked curiosity, short attention spans, increased shyness, bursts of energy. I just want to remind you -...
My aunt recently found this photo of my nan and I. Each time I look at it, tears stream down my face, because this is the only photo of her and I that I know to exist. The most influential person in my life, my best friend, my mother figure. I will forever spend the rest of my life wishing I had...
I began with a 140 sqft space, used for client meetings. A few years later, I moved into a new space of 550 sq. The shooting area was cramped, measuring only about 14x15 feet, which made it challenging to photograph active toddlers, squeeze in families, or even accommodate lighting and props. For...
If you visit a photographer's website, odds are, you’ll read something along the lines of “photography is my passion”. You won’t find that on mine. Do I love photography? Absolutely! I think photographs are crucial and such a valuable thing to document our lives. I believe that photos are one of...
The camera can be pretty intimidating for anyone. Kids, parents - heck, even I can be pretty timid in front of the lens! While some are naturally super outgoing and "model ready", most require a bit of time to become comfortable enough to allow their true selves out. As a parent, it's natural to...
Indoor studio photography isn't for everyone. Whether it be the fall foliage or spring flowers blossoming, some are just attracted to nature and love the idea of their family photography session taking place outdoors! Are you looking for the best spots for photos in Berks County? You're in luck!...
As a Berks County family photographer, I am no stranger to being asked, "what should we wear for our photo session?" Before you find yourself in a panic, throwing every piece of clothing you own from the closet to a pile on the floor, read through these tips to make planning your attire a breeze!...
There are two types of photographers: those who deliver just an online gallery and those who provide a full experience with in-person ordering. I've been a print-based photographer since Day 1 of my business but I switched to in-person ordering a few years later, around 2016, and it's the best...
You've been noticing that your child is suddenly growing with each blink. Your heart desperately wanting to hold onto these moments forever, you decide this is the perfect time to schedule a photography session.You have already decided that you will pick up a few extra hours at work and will even...
Chain photography studios, otherwise known as "cookie cutter" or mall studios, have a standard set of "poses" for each client. In other words, every client receives similar images, removing the uniqueness from your portrait session. One of the best things about choosing a professional...
Wait...a photographer suggesting that you delete your photos?! Sounds crazy, right? Have trust in me, though, because I am going to offer reasons why you should delete your photos. Remember those film days? Each click had to be intentional due to being limited on the number of exposures, not to...
“I think we want a large print…like an 8×10 or 11×14”. About 20 years ago, these sizes did seem huge (remember those enormous clunky wooden frames?!), but much like aqua net, those frames have phased out. Now print sizes really depend on how you plan to display the photos in your home. This is...