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Prop Ideas to Bring to Your Branding Photo Shoot

Have you ever taken a look at a professional photograph or just the background of a TV show and thought about how every single item there was curated and placed there for a specific purpose? The same thing happens in branding photography: I style every scene in every photo shoot in particular ways to create a look that embodies your brand and your professional image.

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What Is Baby-Led Newborn Photography?

When you have a new bundle of joy on the way and you’re looking for a newborn photographer to capture the incredible first days of your baby’s life, it’s important to look past the portraits. Sure, you want the photos to be beautiful, but you also want this to be a wonderful experience for your growing family, so make sure you look for a photographer whose process aligns with how you want your photo session to feel.

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Tips for a Newborn Photo Shoot in Your Home

A newborn photo shoot in your own home can be a beautiful way to memorialize your first days at home with your precious new baby, celebrate the new chapter in your life, and create special memories as a family. How can you make this photo shoot go smoothly for a stress-free day?

It starts with hiring the right photographer, of course. As a Seattle area photographer who specializes in newborn photography and the motherhood journey, I’ve done countless newborn photo shoots in clients’ homes, so I know exactly how to make the experience a wonderful one and I’ll guide you through every step of the way.

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How to Get Your Kids Excited for Family Photos

For parents, a family photo session is such a treasured gift! It allows you and your favorite people to take time out of your busy lives to have quality time together, and in the process, it gives you beautiful photos that you can display, reminisce with, and enjoy. Sometimes kids aren’t quite as enthusiastic about it as you are, but luckily, there are ways to turn a frown upside-down. As a Seattle area family photographer, I’m happy to share these tips for getting your kids genuinely excited for your next family photography session.

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Nontraditional Ideas for Your Senior Photos

If you have a teenager who’s nearing their senior year (or you are a teenager nearing your senior year), you’ve probably had senior photos in the back of your mind for a while and have seen family and friends posting senior pictures on social media. While you might love all their photos, a lot of senior photo shoots can run together and look very similar, and you want your teen to have something truly unique that reflects the one-of-a-kind person they are.

I hear you and I’m here to help!

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Tips for Taking Headshots at Your Workplace

Headshots can be such a fantastic tool for building your brand as a professional and as a business. While many people have their headshots taken in an individual session at my portrait studio, if you’re a business owner, you can also opt for a branding photo session for yourself and potentially your key team members right at your office in the Seattle area. I know exactly how to paint you and your team in the best light and highlight your brand along the way!

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For the Gents: Tips for Boys’ Senior Photos

It’s senior photo season! A senior photo shoot can be such a different experience for guys and girls, and as a Seattle area senior photographer, I have plenty of experience taking portraits for seniors of all genders. But this blog is for the guys - let’s talk about a few tips to make your senior photo shoot go off without a hitch.

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What to Expect from a Branding Photo Shoot

As a Seattle photographer who has worked with countless clients, I know that not everyone is comfortable in front of a camera. And yet, as a business owner, you know that professional branding photography is an essential step in growing your brand and your business. If you’re curious about a branding photo session or anxious, I’m here to paint a picture so you’ll know exactly what to expect.

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When Should You Have Branding Photos Taken?

As you’re exploring ways to market and grow your business, you keep hearing mentions of branding photography and the importance of the right brand imagery for your business. But how do you know when it’s time to make that investment for yourself? As a Seattle area branding photographer who’s a business owner myself, I absolutely love helping my clients build their brands! Here are a few telltale times when a branding photoshoot will serve you well.

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Personal Touches to Include in Your Boudoir Photos

One of my favorite things about photography is that no two sessions are alike. And they shouldn’t be, because it’s all about celebrating you and this time of your life, you’re one of a kind! Boudoir photography is no exception, and in fact, because these types of photo shoots are all about embracing your beauty and finding confidence in everything that makes you unique, boudoir photo sessions can be even more creative and individualized.

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