Hey Y'all welcome to the blog! This is your go-to spot for all things fun, creative, and personal. Think of this as our place to connect through stories, laughs and portraits. Grab your favorite mug of goodness because I can't wait to share helpful tips, sneak peeks and all the behind the scene goodness that makes the SHP magic happen. So glad you're here.
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Show Off Your Personality Through Clothing Choices Whether you realize it or not, what you wear speaks volumes about who you are, so take the time to select outfits that showoff your unique style. Clothing can set the tone of your photos and add a layer of authenticity to your senior pictures. Whether you’re into […]
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Props are an easy and fun way to add a personal touch to your senior portraits. They can highlight your hobbies, talents, and even your favorite memories. Props can help tell your story in a way that’s visually engaging and uniquely you. Think about incorporating your musical instrument, sports equipment, or even a stack of […]
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Location Location Location Why Location Matters Choosing a great location for your senior session makes your photos feel more authentic and tailored to you. For instance, if you’re a nature lover, a beach, forest, or garden could offer a beautiful, serene backdrop. If you’re into urban aesthetics, city streets, alleyways, or a modern architectural space […]
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Senior year is a big deal. It’s a year filled with excitement, anticipation, and a bit of anxiety. For both you and your parents, this year marks a huge transition. For you, it’s the end of high school and the beginning of the next chapter in life. For your parents, it’s a bittersweet moment of […]
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Today I’m sharing three seemingly simple and sometimes overlooked tips to help you achieve a personalized session that truly reflects your individuality.
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Let me walk you through some of my best tips for planning your next photo session. Ready? Let’s go!
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It’s Friday in Fredericksburg and that means it’s time for another Friday Feature Senior Session. Being a boy mom myself I know how difficult it can be to get guys to endure the event that is senior portraits. Nine times out of ten senior guys are just there for their moms. That earns them big […]
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Quit searching for stock photos We all know that showing up consistently on social is key for developing and engaging a community of followers. Showing up regularly in your community helps you establish trust. But how does this relate to photography? Well, I like to think of consistency in terms of a brand’s look and […]
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Balance is one of those elusive words. I think no matter what we do there will be times when work hogs our time and we feel like we are cheating our family or the reverse happens. So my goal is to find a few little life hacks to help me bring things back to balance. Here […]
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It’s Friday in Fredericksburg and instead of featuring some great place to shop or eat, I will be featuring some of Fredericksburg’s most awesome high school seniors. This year and last year were one of my most busy seasons for Senior Portraits and I loved working with each and every one of these amazing young […]
