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The F. Family – Butler Park Holiday Session

The F. Family – Butler Park Holiday Session

As a mom of two boys myself, I definitely have a sweet spot for photographing brothers. This adorable pair was a delight! I met this family of four early in the morning for a sunrise session at Butler Park. We ran around the Doug Sahm hill, checked out the flora and...

The D. Family – Holiday Portrait Session

The D. Family – Holiday Portrait Session

During the booking process, I ask families what they plan to do with their photos and where they want to meet (urban vs. nature setting, North Austin vs. South Austin, etc.) For their portrait session, this Austin family wanted updated pictures for their holiday card...

South Congress – Portrait Session

South Congress – Portrait Session

This talented high school Junior sings, dances and acts. For her portrait session (with all of South Congress as her stage), we made sure to get a wide variety of headshots and poses she can use for her auditions. And since her name is Lucy, one of my favorite moments...

The Red Queen – Halloween Portrait Session

The Red Queen – Halloween Portrait Session

It's Halloween season. Your daughter is dressing as the Red Queen from Alice in Wonderland. You are brainstorming where her Halloween photo session should be... How about a Rose Garden? Yes! After a third reschedule due to weather, we gratefully headed to the Zilker...

Family Photo Workshops

Family Photo Workshops

So one of my goals for next year is to attend another photo workshop. In the past, I've gone to the Maine Photographic Workshops (where I shot film, ate a LOT of lobster and focused on fine art photography), the Santa Fe workshops (shot film, ate a lot of green chili...

Top 12 Things to Do with Kids in Austin

Top 12 Things to Do with Kids in Austin

Looking for things to do in Austin with kids? I've lived here since 1994, and while I've seen it change a bunch, I wanted to share some of my current favorite things to do with kids throughout the year. Whether you're an Austin native or visiting from out of town, I...

What to do with your photos after your session?

What to do with your photos after your session?

What do you do with your family photos after a session? When we get professional photos taken every year, I like to use them on our holiday card, get framed prints for our house, make a yearly ornament of the boys and incorporate them into the photo books I design as...

How to Prepare for a Family Photo Session

How to Prepare for a Family Photo Session

Want to work together for your Family Photos this year? Here are my Top 10 Tips: Take a look at my galleries and blog and see if my style is a good match for you. Contact me at least a few weeks in advance (though Spring and Fall get booked up- so the earlier the...

Baby Olivia – Newborn Portrait Session

Baby Olivia – Newborn Portrait Session

I drove out to Leander, TX recently to meet this sweet 7 week old baby. She was awake and curious during her newborn session and happy to be snuggled in her parents' arms. And a big thank you to her grandparents for being on hand to help with soft blankets, flower...

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