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What’s the Vibe of Your Graduation Photo Session? “What vibe are you going for?”  This is one of the first questions I ask moms and graduates when they book a graduation photo session with me.  Depending on the vibe, I then recommend a matching location.  I had one grad who liked the outdoors and wanted […]

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Graduation

How to Prep for Your Graduation Photo Session | University of the Pacific | Stockton, California

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I am always excited and nervous when I am the first professional photographer for the family. I really wanted to give Genesis and her family a great first time with a professional so that they would want to do a family session again! Genesis and I had a great pre-shoot conversation where I got a […]

Families

Family Session in the Woods | The Abdul Family | Lodi Lake Park Lodi CA

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“Will my child(ren) cooperate during the family photo shoot?” Here are some tips that help kiddos get ready for family sessions.

Families

Prepping Kids for Your Family Photo Shoot | Northern California

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Outfit Ideas for family photo sessions. How to dress mom, dad and kids for a family photo session.

Photo Shoot Tips

What to Wear for Family Pictures