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Anything-but-Basic Basics
The Basics of Maternity, Newborn, & Family Photography
LIGHTING
A lot of natural light photographers feel hesitant about adding strobes and flash to their photography business. They worry it will look too “flashy” or unnatural, or be too complicated. I’m here to help you feel comfortable and confident incorporating artificial light into your work! Why Artificial Light Feels Intimidating (and Why It Doesn’t Have […]
Natural light is beautiful. Like others, I was drawn to photography because I love light. I love the way it creates emotion and drama. The way it can create joy and peace, even in the simplest of settings. As humans, we crave the sunlight, looking forward to the long, sunny days of summer to instantly […]
If 2025 the year you are going to learn how to create beautiful natural looking light with off-camera flash, you are in the right place! Learning to use artificial light is an absolute game-changer for any photographer, but especially for newborn and family photographers. This one simple skill will boost your confidence, improve your work, and […]
POSING
BUSINESS
I started my photography career in 1999. And I can honestly say that being a professional newborn and family photographer is amazing! I do what I love each and every day while also providing for me and my family financially. I get to make my own schedule and have the freedom to shape my work […]
Working as an educator in the photography industry, I get the opportunity to speak with photographers from all over the world on a regular basis. And the question I get the most? “How do I book more photography clients??” I get it. After riding a wave of post-pandemic client spending, some photographers are seeing a […]
It’s almost the holiday season, which for photographers means…mini sessions! Mini sessions are a hot topic in the photography community – you either love them or hate them. And if you’re in the “I hate mini sessions” camp, I’m here to change your mind! Not only can mini sessions can be a profitable addition to […]
