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Category Archives: Photo Tips

Top Holiday Photography Gifts

As a photographer, a lot of clients and friends often ask us what we should get their friends and family (who love photography) what they for Christmas. So we have put together a fun list of our favorites together. If you are looking for camera accessories, we suggest a few of these. These two camera...

Photo Tips – Thanksgiving

Let’s talk about how to get that perfect Thanksgiving family photo while everyone is in town. We know that this year there are lots of family gatherings around Thanksgiving (we’ve never had a busier Thanksgiving week scheduled in our 12 years!) so a lot of you would probably like to document the occasion.

Photo Tips – Best time of year for family photos

Let’s discuss the best times of year for family photos, specifically in the Houston area. Since the summers are so hot and sticky, we always recommend doing family sessions from September through May. Sessions during this time of year won’t be so hot and you’ll get to capture some of the most beautiful seasons in...

Photo Tips – How to prep for Santa

Today we’re going to talk about Santa sessions and how to prepare for them! We’ve taught our kids all about stranger danger, but then we expect them to sit on this strange mans lap! So in the weeks leading up to your session, be sure to read lots of books about Santa and discuss what...

Photo Tips – What to Wear

With fall sessions finally here, let’s talk about what to wear. For some people this is the hardest part about planning a photo shoot. When it comes to family photo shoots, we always say that it is best to coordinate, not match. Coordinate means that you are all within the same color palette and style....

Photo Tips – Fall Photo Sessions

Since fall photos are coming up soon, we’re going to focus on some tips for having the best photo shoot day possible! Fall sessions are our absolute favorite! If you need any other help planning your session please ask! We’re here to help. We’re starting to fill up, so be sure to schedule your session...

Photo Tips -Getting kids to look at the camera

Today we’re going to share some tips on how to get little ones to look at the camera when you’re taking photos. The most important thing is to either have only one person behind the camera, or to have the person taking the photo and one person to entertain children. If you have a second...

Photo Tips- Cooler photo locations

Let’s talk about how to beat the heat during your session this summer! We all know how hot and sticky it can be in Houston during the summer, so here are a few options for how to avoid that. Option 1 is to head to the beach! It’s always a little cooler at the beach...

Photo Tips – Organizing Photos

Who needs help organizing their photos?! Let’s talk about how to organize all of the digital photos you take and the ones you receive from your photographer. And then we’ll talk about how to organize your physical photos as well. We know organizing can be a pain, but with this system you will always be...

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