The Journal

One of the biggest worries parents bring into a family session is whether their kids will actually smile. Not the stiff “say cheese” kind either. Parents want the real smiles. The ones that look exactly like their child at this age and stage. The little grins, the giggles, the missing teeth, the nose crinkles, and […]

One thing I always want parents to feel during a photography session is comfortable. Comfortable asking questions, comfortable speaking up, and comfortable knowing their family’s preferences will always be respected. Every family approaches photos differently, and there is no “right” way to share or enjoy them. Over the years, some parents have asked me not […]

Why do I style my clients? If you’ve ever booked a session with me, you might have noticed that I don’t just show up with a camera and call it a day. A big part of what I do actually happens before we ever take a single photo, and that’s styling. For a lot of […]

Each year, I carefully consider what family session I should offer to fit different seasons and stages of life. From cozy studio portraits to playful spring minis, each offering is created with intention and a focus on creating a relaxed experience for your family. If you are deciding which session is the best fit, this […]

At Paula Goforth Photography, the services we offer center around connection. Families grow and change so quickly, and photography gives us a way to hold onto the seasons that matter most. Whether you are celebrating your family as it is now, preparing to welcome a new baby, or soaking in those very first newborn days, […]