Journal

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 […]

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 […]

Pregnancy comes with a lot of questions, and when you’re Googling at midnight, you don’t want vague answers or lists that clearly weren’t written by someone local. This guide pulls together trusted pregnancy resources in South Jersey, all in one place. From prenatal fitness and doulas to chiropractic care, lactation support, and even where to […]

There is something extra special about a first Christmas with a baby. Everything feels louder and quieter at the same time. The calendar is full, the nights are short, and somehow the smallest moments feel monumental. That’s exactly the feeling behind these Christmas Studio Minis in South Jersey. This session featured two parents and their […]

Cherry Hill In-Home Family Session Sometimes the best backdrop for family photos isn’t a park, a beach, or a historic estate—it’s home! This Cherry Hill in-home family session was the perfect example of why cozy, familiar spaces can create the most meaningful images. Just two people, their dog, and the place that holds the rhythm […]

Some of the best family portraits happen when you let the location do the heavy lifting. And Winterthur, with its sprawling lawns, winding garden paths, and soft, tree-filtered light, is basically the perfect co-star for a family session. This family of three came for a late September shoot. As a Wilmington, DE family photographer, I […]

The air is getting crisp, the leaves are changing, and your kids are asking, “What can we do this weekend?” If you’re anything like me, you want to soak up every bit of fall before it slips away. Somehow, those golden weekends fly by in the blink of an eye! Every autumn, I make it […]

Some birthdays are memorable because of a great dinner or a thoughtful gift. Others are unforgettable for reasons that have nothing to do with cake or candles, like when this mom finally held her brand-new baby in her arms. That’s exactly what happened for this South Jersey mom. She welcomed her sweet baby girl just […]

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed preparing for a family photo session, you’re not alone. As a family photographer in Philadelphia, I’ve seen so many amazing parents stress over the little things—like whether their toddler will smile or if their outfits are “too matchy.”

Here’s the good news: the most common photo mishaps are totally avoidable with just a little prep.

Your third trimester might be filled with checklists and baby prep—but it’s also a time to soak in this fleeting stage before everything changes. Whether it’s your first baby or your fourth, you only carry this one for a little while. This returning client is proof that each pregnancy is worth celebrating. We first worked […]