Tips

Nov 14

Golden Hour Group Hug

When you have teens and only a few minutes for the photoshoot, what do you do? Go for a quick GHGH! (I make up my own terms - teehee!)...

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Oct 28

Photography Tip: Power of Perspectives 2

It has been awhile since I've talked about the Power of Perspectives . Let's look at this scene: parents sitting with their kids for a...

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Oct 22

Splish Splash

Lifestyle Photography is a slightly-buttoned-up sister of Photojournalism. I mainly do this with families in order to capture their...

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Feb 11, 2019

Back Light vs. Direct Light

My favorite time to shoot is when the sun is low in the sky. I can shoot with the sun behind me, so the light is shining directly in...

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Jan 28, 2019

How to Shoot in Low Light

I love light and airy images. Sometimes the weather doesn’t provide glorious sunlight like the one above. Womp womp. (That’s the sound...

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Nov 18, 2018

Behind-The-Scenes of a Boat Shoot

I love tight shots of people because, as a viewer, you get a sense that you’re sharing in a private moment. In every shoot, I also like...

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Feb 9, 2018

Behind-The-Scenes of a Maternity Shoot

I love Maternity Shoots because I get to capture the magic that is creating a little human! There is also fun in documenting the...

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Nov 14, 2017

Behind-The-Scenes: Jalin

It’s time to take a peek behind-the-scenes (BTS) of one of my shoots! Here’s some background: Jalin loves the city, so she knew she...

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Feb 22, 2017

Embracing Lines

Have you ever noticed how many LINES there are at the playground? From years of shooting, I — regardless of whether I want to or not...

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Jan 2, 2017

My Everything Bag

I’m a jeans and t-shirt kind of person. I love boots, hats, flip flops and sunglasses. I rarely pick up fashion magazines because I...

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Jun 15, 2016

How to Choose a Photographer

When you want to hire a photographer, there are many factors in your decision-making. It could be the talent and expertise of the...

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Feb 8, 2016

Pom Pom Bouquet

Wanted to share this fun DIY pom pom bouquet I made for our Beach Room. (Yes, I named many of our rooms because…well, why not?!!) I made...

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Oct 1, 2015

Setting Up Families for a Lifestyle Shoot

Michael F. asked me a fabulous question after reading my latest Behind-The-Scenes post, so I wanted to share the Q and A! His Q: I...

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Sep 29, 2015

Does Location Really Matter?

You can spend countless hours coming up with the photoshoot location, but let’s be honest. Does the location REALLY matter? This is one...

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Aug 31, 2015

Behind-The-Scenes: Crystal

Styled Shoots involve more directing of subjects, which is a fun contrast to my regular shoots (Lifestyle Photography) that are more...

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Apr 26, 2015

Behind-The-Scenes: Little Princess

As part of my 1 hour Styled Session of my 5-year old’s birthday, Ava changed into her flowy pink dress and wore a handmade glittery gold...

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Feb 26, 2015

The Secret About BxW

I love BxW images so much that I asked our photographer to shoot Lawrence and my engagement portraits entirely in BxW film. This was a...

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Feb 23, 2015

Photography Projects for Kids

I love kids. I just love ’em! A child’s laughter is THE best sound ever. (Ocean waves come in #2.) I love how kids are real with you,...

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Sep 29, 2014

Photographing Images With More Pizzazz

DPS just published my latest article, and I am excited to share it with you! I’ve been doing this lesson for decades. Yes, THAT long! ...

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Aug 6, 2014

Improve Your Portrait Photography in 5 Minutes

Here is a short article with tips to consider the next time you are photographing people… #publishedarticle #DPSarticle #photographytip...

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