Courtney landrum

How to Prepare for an In-Home Newborn Session

Featured Post

Welcoming a new baby into your family is a joyous occasion, and many parents are eager to capture those first precious memories. Rather than packing everything up and driving to a studio after just giving birth, many families opt instead for the convenience of an in-home newborn session to document their baby’s entrance into the world.

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How to Design a Gallery Wall With Family Photos

Advice, Artwork

A thoughtfully designed gallery wall has a way of making a home feel layered, personal, and lived in. More than simply filling empty wall space, family photo gallery walls tell the story of a family over time—the seasons that mattered, the people you love most, and the moments you never want to forget. But while […]

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Mini Session vs. Full Session: Which Is Better for Your Family Photos?

Advice, Family

If you’re trying to decide between a mini session and a full family session, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common questions families ask before booking. Both options can create beautiful images. The difference comes down to time, flexibility, and what you want your final gallery to feel like. Here’s how to […]

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Large framed family portrait hanging above the bed in a coastal style bedroom.

What to Put on Your Walls Instead of Generic Artwork

Advice, Artwork

Walk into almost any furniture store or browse enough home decor websites, and eventually everything starts to feel the same. Mass-produced abstract prints. Generic landscapes. Trend-driven artwork chosen mostly to fill empty space. And while there is nothing wrong with wanting your home to feel beautiful, the spaces we spend our lives in tend to […]

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What to Wear for Beach Family Photos in New Jersey

Advice, Family

Beach family photos in New Jersey are some of the most beautiful sessions of the year. The light is soft. The dunes add texture. The ocean reflects warmth. But what you wear matters more at the beach than almost anywhere else. Here’s exactly how to choose outfits that photograph beautifully for beach family photos in […]

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Why Baby-Led Newborn Sessions Feel More Natural

Advice, Newborn

If you’re researching newborn photography, you’ve probably seen two very different styles. One is highly posed, with wrapped babies in baskets and carefully styled props. The other feels softer, more like real life. That second approach is called baby-led newborn photography, and it’s the heart of what I offer as a natural newborn photographer in […]

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What to Wear for Spring Family Photos in Philadelphia

Advice, Family

Spring sessions are some of the most beautiful of the year—soft light, fresh blooms, and that feeling of everything starting again. But figuring out what to wear can quickly turn into the most stressful part of planning your photos. This guide is meant to make it simple. If you’re planning spring family photos in Philadelphia, […]

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Meaningful Mother’s Day Gifts for Moms Who Don’t Want Anything

Advice

If you’ve asked a mom what she wants for Mother’s Day, you’ve probably heard: “I don’t need anything.” And most of the time, she means it. But what she’s really saying is: She doesn’t need more stuff. She wants to feel seen. Appreciated. Remembered. Here are meaningful Mother’s Day gifts that go beyond flowers and […]

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What to Wear for Professional Headshots

Advice, Branding

Booking professional headshots is the easy part. Deciding what to wear? That’s where people spiral. If you’re preparing for a professional portrait session and staring at your closet wondering if you should go bold, neutral, trendy, classic…take a breath. This guide will walk you through exactly what to wear for professional headshots so you look […]

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Family Photos at Princeton University in September

Family

There is something about September on the Princeton University campus. The light is soft, the ivy is still green. The architecture is as stunning as ever. And yes…it can be wildly humid. This particular session was with a little boy who had one very important emotional support object: his soccer ball. He held it. He […]

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Doulas in South Jersey: What Expecting Parents Should Know

Advice, Maternity

If you’re pregnant and starting to think about birth support, you may have heard the word doula come up. And it’s often followed by the question, “Do I actually need one?” This guide breaks down what doulas do, why many South Jersey parents choose to work with one, and how to find the right doula […]

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