Choosing outfits for family photos shouldn't feel like solving a puzzle.  But between coordinating colors, keeping kids comfortable, and avoiding that dreaded "matching uniform squad" look, it's easy to feel overwhelmed before you even book the session. After 15+ years photographing families in Chapel Hill, I've seen what works, what doesn't, and what makes parents want to pull their hair out the night before a session. Here's everything you need to know about choosing family

I photograph a lot of people. But senior sessions hit differently. Maybe it's the vastness of the threshold, the size of the leap a high schooler makes. There will be bigger celebrations later. More graduations. But the step from childhood to adulthood is immense. It's a hello and a goodbye, packed into one year. This isn't just a photo shoot. It's a pause before they jump into whatever comes next. One last look at who they've been, before they become someone new. You only ge

This is the mother of all questions. If you ask around, you'll find a price range that's not helpful at all. Some people will tell you they got awesome images for $50. Others casually spend thousands for a few portraits. You'll find happy and unhappy clients at every price point. So what actually determines the cost? And more importantly, how do you know if a photographer's pricing makes sense for what you need? Whether you're budgeting for a mini session or a full family po

It's much easier when a company tells you: we need your headshot against a white backdrop. Done. But more often, the need is less specific. You need to update your LinkedIn profile. Put something on your website. Present yourself as professional but approachable. The market offers you a choice: studio or outdoor. Which one? Both? Can be pricey. There's no universal right answer here, and if you don't have explicit instructions from an employer or organization, it's worth digg

Looking for good photoshoot locations near Chapel Hill?  Whether you're planning family portraits, senior photos, or just want beautiful backdrops for your next session, Chapel Hill and Carrboro offer incredible variety. From iconic university settings to rustic farms and urban murals, here are my top 10 photography locations in the area. Let me start with the fact that I am terribly biased because I live here. I love Chapel Hill, and it has so many good photoshoot spots that

Family photo sessions have a very special place in a photographer's heart. Mainly because no two sessions are ever the same or even close to one another. Each family has its own unique mood, relationship dynamics, movement, humor. Now add a kid or a whole bunch of them, a newborn and a puppy, gusts of wind we need to wait out, and the amount of chaotic variables makes it impossible to predict how any session will actually go. That said, it's always good to know what you can

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As a photographer, there are two phrases that I hear time and time again from my clients at the beginning of every photo session: "I...