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Tired of stiff poses and fake smiles that scream “we’re all trying way too hard for the gram”? Same. You’re not alone—so many families in Destin, along 30A, and throughout Pensacola tell us they feel awkward in front of the camera. The kids wiggle. The dog won’t cooperate. Someone blinks in every photo (usually Dad). […]

Are YOU Making This HUGE Mistake With Your Family Portraits?

Family & Children, Florida, Natural Light Photography, Styling

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Tired of stiff poses and fake smiles that scream “we’re all trying way too hard for the gram”? Same. You’re not alone—so many families in Destin, along 30A, and throughout Pensacola tell us they feel awkward in front of the camera. The kids wiggle. The dog won’t cooperate. Someone blinks in every photo (usually Dad). […]

Are YOU Making This HUGE Mistake With Your Family Portraits?

Family & Children, Florida, Natural Light Photography, Styling

Spring is in full bloom, and I’ve rounded up a few of my favorite things that are making life a little brighter right now. From home decor to a fun little surprise in my son’s room, here’s what’s been catching my eye lately: 1. The Perfect Lamp & Wicker Tray I recently styled a little […]

My Current Favorite Things: Spring Finds and a Nod to Cool Mom Status

Natural Light Photography

Bringing a Dallas newborn photographer into your home for a session sounds dreamy—snuggling your fresh little love in your own space, no need to pack a diaper bag or wrestle a car seat. But then the overthinking kicks in: Is my house too messy? What if the baby won’t settle? Will my dog try to […]

How to Prepare for Your In-Home Newborn Session | Dallas Newborn Photographer

Natural Light Photography

With a blog title like “Realistic Family Session with Young Children,” you may be popping in here with the expectation of seeing a hot mess. We’ve all seen the Instagram vs Reality posts, which are generally unflattering to reality. But here’s the thing you need to know: with a seasoned professional, your family session should […]

Realistic Family Session with Young Children in Grayton Beach

Natural Light Photography

You may have seen me talk about it on Instagram, but if not, I’ll just lay it out honestly: Kindred presets have been such a game-changer in my business. Now, I typically don’t love buzzwords like “game-changer”…but there’s just no other way to describe it for me. They’ve allowed me to edit consistently, quickly (time=money!), […]

Kindred Presets Before and After: Kindred Essential

Natural Light Photography

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