Mom and dad standing together at the water's edge at Fisherman's Cove in Manasquan, NJ, with their toddler in mom's arms and their reflection in the tide pool

The Best Time of Day for Family Photos in New Jersey

Here you'll find everything from session inspiration, to location ideas, to my latest picks for what to wear - all sprinkled with stories, images, and a lot of love from me to you.

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Beautiful Flower Farm Family Photos | Pretty Bird Farm, NJ

Here you'll find everything from session inspiration, to location ideas, to my latest picks for what to wear - all sprinkled with stories, images, and a lot of love from me to you.

Dad lifting a smiling toddler overhead as mom hugs him, surrounded by evergreens at Sayen House and Gardens

Mini Session, Half, or Full: Which Is Right for Your Family? (2026)

Here you'll find everything from session inspiration, to location ideas, to my latest picks for what to wear - all sprinkled with stories, images, and a lot of love from me to you.

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The best time of day for family photos depends on your family, your location, and the look you love. If you’re planning a session this year, now is a great time to start thinking about timing. Fall dates especially fill up quickly, and many photographers are down to their last few openings. Most people picture […]

The Best Time of Day for Family Photos in New Jersey

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Mom and dad standing together at the water's edge at Fisherman's Cove in Manasquan, NJ, with their toddler in mom's arms and their reflection in the tide pool

Family Photos at Pretty Bird Farm: A Full Circle Moment The last time I photographed the H family at Pretty Bird Farm, Mom was pregnant and they were excitedly awaiting the arrival of their son. This September, we came back for flower farm family photos in the same garden, and that baby was two years […]

Beautiful Flower Farm Family Photos | Pretty Bird Farm, NJ

Inspiration, Portraits

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Updated for fall 2026! I’ve added my half sessions to the mix, plus this year’s dates at Fisherman’s Cove, holiday mini sessions at the studio, and Sayen House and Gardens. Many photographers offer the option of participating in mini sessions, especially in the fall. Lots of families are looking to get a photo for their […]

Mini Session, Half, or Full: Which Is Right for Your Family? (2026)

Education

Dad lifting a smiling toddler overhead as mom hugs him, surrounded by evergreens at Sayen House and Gardens

Holiday Mini Sessions in Hightstown, NJ. Now Warm, Cozy, and Weather-Proof For years, holiday mini sessions have come with a running list of things to worry about. Would the weather cooperate? Was there a location festive enough to actually feel like the holidays, without looking like every other backyard or park? Could I cart an […]

Holiday Mini Sessions in Hightstown, NJ

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Holiday mini session setup in Hightstown, NJ studio with decorated Christmas tree, wreaths, and red and green velvet pillows on white settee

As always, there are no affiliate links here, and nothing to sign up for. Just a photographer and mom who wants you to have a beautifully documented end of summer. Everything I share is simply what I use and love. Well, it’s August, I haven’t finished the June list, and I didn’t even make a […]

Your August Photo Scavenger Hunt

Inspiration, Motherhood

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