It’s no secret that the Spring is a highly desired time to take family portraits. This time of year is one of new life, growth, and possibility. Although you are likely to be out a about more, family schedules aren’t jam packed yet. If you are not sure about what time of year is best for your family photos, keep reading to see why Spring is one of the best times to schedule a portrait session. Why is Spring the Best Times to Take Family Photos? Reason 1: More Availability for Scheduling Winter is a slow season for photography. Most of the sessions booked during that time of year are for milest ..read more

I adore the six month milestone. Babies have so much personality at this phase and it is such a great time to capture a family’s bond. Some families come back to me after their newborn session to schedule a six month old family session and others schedule this session in lieu of a newborn session. This session was scheduled on a windy evening in early September. Although I primarily schedule my beach sunset sessions on the south shore of Long Island, I always love venturing to the North Shore for beach sessions. The beaches have such a different vibe to them and I love the aesthetic they provi ..read more

A question I often hear as a family photographer here in Long Island for over a decade now, is how often should I schedule family portraits? I have met many families during this time and I see many of them annually for updated photos, but is it necessary to have photos taken annually? As a mom and photographer, I can tell you the answer is, yes. I schedule photos for my own family every year and plan on doing so annually. I realize that for some, this may not be realistic, so I am going to go through some suggestions about when to schedule photos and why you should continue to do so. The Newbo ..read more

It is no secret that I am a big proponent of taking family photos. This is especially true for newborn photos. With that being said, I have many clients who just want a photo session that is focused on the baby alone. These clients are looking for images to hang on their walls and use for announcements. Most of these clients book a family session wither at six months or a first birthday, when moms are feeling up for family photos. I totally understand why moms feel this way and that is why I offer a simple newborn session in my studio. The simple newborn studio session is focused on the baby a ..read more

It has been a long and cold Winter here on Long Island, New York. Now that we are just a few weeks away from the Spring, I am pining for the warm weather, beach days and of fun filled nights on the beach with my clients for sunset beach family photos. My beach sunset family sessions always book up fast, so if you are considering one this upcoming Summer, now is the time to start planning for it. Why you should book early 1) Sunset spots book up fast. I don’t overbook my calendar with sunset sessions. This is because I need to leave room on my calendar to account for rain dates. I typically onl ..read more

Today is a mild Winter day here in Long Beach, NY. We are just a few short weeks away from the Spring season and I am ready for it. Spring is a busy time of year in the photography industry. Clients are looking for a portrait photographer for a wide array of occasions ranging from Communion portraits to Mommy and Me photos. I love this season because I capture a diverse range of clients and each session is unique. I usually only offer mini sessions in the Fall for the holiday season, but decided that I would offer a Spring mini session this season in my Long Beach studio. I love the minimalist ..read more

The Summer and Fall months are always the busiest months for outdoor photo sessions. Most families prefer images captured in the golden glow of Summer, but Winter is also a great time of year to consider photos. Booking a snowy winter family photo session here in New York can be a great way to capture special memories of your loved ones in a beautiful and unique setting during what can be a magical time of year. Here are some reasons why you might consider it: Winter Has Magical Light This may come as a surprise to most many people, but the light at sunset is always special in the Winter. Ligh ..read more

I have been a newborn, children’s and family photographer for ten years now. In that decade, I have had the honor of photographing countless families with their newborn babies. Although I have a beautiful studio located in Long Beach, NY, most of these newborn sessions have been scheduled right in the comfort of my client’s homes. When I first speak to prospective clients, the first thing they say is they worry that their home is not a good choice for a location for newborn photos. I get it. As moms, we all worry that our homes are not perfect. I am here to tell you that a perfect home is not ..read more

A first birthday is a milestone that is often photographed. The first birthday session is a popular session in my studio. This is for good reasons. The first birthday is a time in your child’s life that is perfect for updated portraits and many families want photos to capture this stage of childhood. There is not much that you need to do to prepare for a first birthday or cake smash photo session. However, I do have a few tips to help you properly book your photo session. BOOK EARLY First birthday photo sessions require a bit of thought and planning, so it is best to give you photographer some ..read more

Most people book newborn sessions and a first birthday sessions, but so much happens between those two milestones. Baby’s develop so quickly in the first year and though each phase should be documented, the six month milestone is such a perfect time to schedule a photoshoot. At six months, your baby’s personality is apparent. He is learning and growing daily. Babies are simply adorable at this phase and it truly is my favorite age to capture. Here are a few reasons why I encourage you to book a six-month milestone session. Why I Love the 6 Month Milestone Session Babies are Beyond adorable at ..read more