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There is something truly magical about the golden hour. If you have ever looked at one of my sunlit photos and thought, how is the light so soft and warm, this is the secret. The golden hour is my favorite time to photograph families, especially here in Fort Worth where the sunsets often wrap everything […]

Children, Family

July 15, 2025

Golden Hour Explained: Best Times for Outdoor Family Portraits

Golden hour family portraits in Dallas Fort Worth by Paula Goforth

Mamas, this one’s for you. You deserve a mom’s day out! If your days are filled with snack negotiations, laundry piles, and being everyone’s everything, it might be time to hit pause and plan a day that’s all about you. A chance to relax. Recharge. And reconnect with yourself. Here’s your itinerary for the perfect […]

Children, Mini Sessions, Mommy & Me, Studio

June 21, 2025

Mom’s Day Out in DFW: Inspiration and Ideas

Moms Day Out Guide DFW

Let’s be real: pregnancy is beautiful, but it’s also a lot. Between the growing belly, the backaches, and the endless doctor visits, you deserve a moment to celebrate this season and feel truly seen. That’s what maternity sessions are all about. It’s not just about the bump, it’s also about you, your journey into motherhood, […]

Baby Plan, Family, Maternity, Newborn

June 20, 2025

Maternity Session Tips: Fort Worth Maternity Photographer

Ft Worth Maternity Photographer

Hey Mom, This one’s for you: the one who’s always behind the camera. The one capturing your baby’s first steps, the way your toddler wrinkles her nose when she laughs, the birthday candles, the boo-boo kisses, the Sunday morning pancake messes. But when you scroll back through your camera roll… how many of those moments […]

Baby Plan, Mommy & Me, Newborn, Studio

June 13, 2025

Dear Mom, You Deserve to Be in the Frame! DFW Photographer

Dreamy Mommy and Me Photoshoot

If you’ve only ever done outdoor photo sessions, you might be wondering what a studio session is like, and why more and more families are falling in love with them. Here’s the truth: studio sessions are one of the most relaxed, low-stress, and beautifully simple ways to capture your family’s story. Read for me to […]

Children, Family, Studio

June 10, 2025

What to Expect at Your Studio Photo Session (and Why You’ll Love It): Fort Worth Photographer

Fort Worth Studio Family Photos