Whether you’re hiring a professional or just want to capture some sweet moments at home, you may be wondering how to pose for gorgeous family portraits. Not all photographers have a gift for posing families in a way that looks both natural and beautiful (this is one of the things you’ll want to focus on when you look through their portfolio). And if you’re on your own, how do you pose your family in the best way possible? As a Houston family photographer, I have lots of tips and tricks to get the best poses for family portraits. But I’ve also learned one of the most important secrets of all ..read more

Hello, my sweet photographer friends! I spent a lot of last year working on updating my website. This was mostly a design update, and while it’s been fun and so rewarding to see it come together, design is only part of how to set up your photography website for SEO. It’s also the part that a lot of us, as photographers, like to focus on. After all, it’s visual, it’s pretty, and that’s what we love! But in order to have a successful photography website that consistently ranks well for your chosen keywords, you also need to explore the technical side of things. Don’t worry, this doesn’t have to ..read more

Spring is in the air here at the Shannon Reece Jones Photography studio. I am staying busy with newborn babies, maternity sessions and lots of high school seniors! I’m also very excited to open motherhood studio sessions again this year! I offer motherhood sessions all year, but they are especially popular in the springtime around Mother’s Day. Last year around this time I offered motherhood studio sessions, and I am still doing that, but I also wanted to open up some additional location options this time. This allows me to design artwork uniquely suited to you and your vision. Location Optio ..read more

I posted a few weeks ago inviting parents to share their story with me and the rest of the Shannon Reece Jones Photography community. Why? I believe we can learn and be lifted by each other as we share the truth of our journeys as mothers and families. And the truth is…sometimes the truth is hard. Having a baby is a huge change, and whether you struggle with postpartum depression or not, all new moms can use a helping hand, a listening ear, and the feeling that they are part of a community. So here are just a few postpartum resources for new Houston moms. I hope these provide support and guida ..read more

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could have beautiful baby portraits without leaving home? That is exactly what Shannon Reece Jones Photography offers to new moms, and one of the things that makes us Houston’s best in-home newborn photographer. Why In-Home Baby Portraits? Reasons a lot of new moms choose an at home newborn session… We come to you In-home newborn photography is exactly what it sounds like. We come to you, with all of the lighting and camera equipment needed to create gorgeous portraits that capture this special time in your life. No need to pack the diaper bag. Just relax and e ..read more

Hey there, photographers! A few months ago I posted about a common question I see in the application to my group mentoring program for photographers. “Where do I find clients?” I offered several suggestions (you can check them out here) but today I wanted to take a deeper dive into just one tool for finding clients: A photography blog! Blogging is one of my favorite ways to attract my dream photography clients. It was one of the first methods I started using when I was trying to grow my business, and it’s one that I have used consistently ever since. It’s a rewarding way to help my clients and ..read more

Nesting is for real! There are few things more fun and satisfying for an expectant mama than getting the nursery picture perfect and ready for baby. Although it’s been a while since my own babies were little, I love going into client’s homes as a Houston newborn photographer and seeing all the sweet nurseries. There’s just something about the matching furniture and adorable themes that gets me excited. Especially when I imagine beautiful newborn photos hanging on the walls! If your nursery isn’t quite photo-ready yet, then this post–all about where to shop baby furniture in Houston–is for you ..read more

Part of what sets Shannon Reece Jones Photography apart is the artwork. I believe that memories are best when they can be seen every day. When they become heirlooms that can be passed down to your babies, and their babies.  Which is why I am always exploring new products I can offer, and why I am so excited to introduce our brand new Maternity and Newborn Legacy Album. Maternity and Newborn Legacy Album: The Perfect Keepsake Like all of our heirloom-quality artwork, the maternity and Newborn Legacy Album is crafted with the utmost care and attention to detail. I partner with craftspeople ..read more

February is all about sharing the love, so I thought it would be the perfect time to put a little reminder/invitation on the blog. Here at Shannon Reece Jones Photography, we’re more than a portrait studio. We’re a community. I love getting to know you and being a source of support and beautiful memories in your family’s journey. Which is why I would also love to feature your unique and beautiful story! If you have a special memory or a meaningful experience that you think could help or encourage another SRJP family, don’t hold back. Please share your story with our community! We all learn an ..read more

I was honored to be interviewd by Bold Journey. I love the concept of their business and I wanted to share a little more about them. Quoted from their website… “About Bold Journey   Every problem or dilemma we face has been faced by countless others in the past and so we wanted to create a place to have conversations around those challenges – be it finding a way to thrive after divorce, bouncing back after a layoff, overcoming imposter syndrome or developing the ability to ignore haters.  Living life boldly means exposing yourself to all sorts of risk – risk of loss, risk of critic ..read more