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A boy with red curly hair and a gray sweater smiles big during a photos shoot. His photographer used one of the tips listed here for how to get kids to smile during a photo session.

Kids are completely unpredictable. They can be so adorable and easy going, laughing uncontrollably one minute, and the next minute, turn that charm off completely. They will typically smile for you all day long until you put them in front of a camera, then they freeze up like a deer in headlights. We want to […]

Worried About How To Get Kids To Smile During Their Photo Session?

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An expectant mother holds a bouquet of flowers and looks down at her bump. The off-white dress she is wearing looks amazing against her red hair and the green grass of the field. She would enjoy the gift of a photo session when her baby comes along.

It’s that time of year again! Gift giving time. And we all know mamas are the ones who shop for everyone! When we have young children, it’s easy. But as we get older, it becomes harder and harder to find the perfect gift for our friends and family members. And even worse, is that person.  […]

Give The Gift Of A Photo Session This Season

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A family of four enjoys their Chesapeake autumn session at a sun porch venue. They are dressed in sage greens and whites for the season.

Autumn is one of the most popular months of the year for portrait sessions. After all, nature is doing its thing with all those vibrant colors, plus you get a chance to really play up your wardrobe with accessories in the crisp weather. As a Chesapeake family photographer, I know that many of you will […]

7 Tips For Preparing for Your Chesapeake Autumn Session

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A family holds hands while they walk on the beach. The beach dunes are behind them. The mother has the baby in her arms. They are relaxed and happy. You can clearly see them enjoy their session.

Family photo sessions are great – they help you create and remember these special times with the ones you love the most. However, if you’re like me, this day can get very stressful! I want to ensure that you can keep anxiety at bay and enjoy a fun, stress-free family session. If you’re stressed it […]

6 Stress Relieving Tips To Enjoy Your Session In The Moment

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A photo of a Christmas card with two little girls on it, surrounded by Christmas trees. Holiday cards are a great way to turn family photos into gifts.

As the holiday season approaches, we are all looking for unique gifts to give our loved ones. Grandparents, in particular, can be very difficult to shop for! As a Chesapeake family photographer, I can tell you that photographs often make the best gifts. You’re already getting those family photos anyway, why not take advantage and […]

5 Fun Ways to Turn Your Family Photos Into Gifts

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A family of 5 walks along the beach during their family portrait session. They are wearing whites, khakis, and pinks.

Let’s talk about family portraits! When was the last time you had them done? Why does it matter? As a Chesapeake photographer, and mama to two little girls, I can tell you that they do! We live in a world where we are constantly on the go. If we’re not shuttling our kids from one […]

Why A Family Portrait Session Is Worth the Investment

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A title for the blog for the best outfits for spring family photos.

It’s hard to believe, but choosing the right outfits is one of the most important parts of planning your photo session! Without the right outfits, your photos will look mediocre, and not at all wall worthy. I believe that everyone deserves to have photographs of their family up on their walls. Wall art that they […]

Best Outfits for Spring Family Photos

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A high school senior wears a floral dress during her Chesapeake senior portraits. She has one hand in her hair and smiles off to the side.

One of the most important parts of planning your senior portraits is picking the location. These are the portraits you will look back on, the ones that become your graduation announcements, the gifts to relatives. It is important that you love the setting. Luckily, there are some great options, right in Chesapeake for senior portraits! […]

Top 5 Locations for Your Chesapeake Senior Portraits

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A high school senior wearing a pink sweater leans on a white fence in the Chesapeake Arboretum.

The Chesapeake Arboretum: A Stunning Location for Your Photos Nestled in the heart of Chesapeake, the Chesapeake Arboretum is 51 acres of gorgeous natural backdrop for all your photography needs. Besides being a beautiful backdrop for maternity, family, and senior photos, the arboretum is a great way to experience and learn about Virginia’s natural foliage. […]

Discovering the Charms of the Chesapeake Arboretum

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A cheerleader poses by a willow at Oak Grove Lake Park in Chesapeake, VA.

Oak Grove Lake Park in Chesapeake, VA is a Popular Photo Session Location Nestled in the heart of Chesapeake, Oak Grove Lake Park is a popular location for walkers, dog owners, and kiddos who want to play. This park features wooded pathways, a stunning lake, and an updated playground. All these things make Oak Grove […]

Oak Grove Lake Park in Chesapeake, VA: A Picture Perfect Location

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