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If you have a toddler, you probably already know that you can prepare for something all day long and still have absolutely no idea which version of your child is going to show up. They may be excited and ready to go, or they may decide five minutes before you leave that shoes are unacceptable […]

Children, Family

August 9, 2026

What Does Your Toddler Need Before Family Photos in Dallas/Fort Worth?

Family, Maternity, and Newborn Photography in Fort Worth, Texas When families come to my studio, they’re usually thinking ahead. They’re planning holiday cards, updating the pictures on the wall, or finally replacing that family photo that’s several years old. Those are wonderful reasons to schedule a session, but there’s something else that happens after the […]

Family

July 12, 2026

The Unexpected Joy of Watching Your Kids See Their Photos

One of the most common concerns I hear from parents during the summer has nothing to do with outfits or locations. It’s the session time. When I tell a family that we’ll be photographing later in the evening, I can almost hear the wheels turning. Bedtime is at 7:30. Someone gets cranky by 8:00. We […]

Family

July 9, 2026

Is a Summer Photo Session in Fort Worth Too Late for Bedtime?

One thing I’ve noticed over the years is that the families who seem to enjoy their photography experience the most usually have one thing in common: they planned ahead. Not because they’re more organized than everyone else, and certainly not because life is less busy for them. In fact, most of them are juggling work, […]

Family

June 24, 2026

Why My Most Relaxed Clients Book Early

Every year on Father’s Day, I find myself thinking about all of the dads I’ve photographed here in Fort Worth over the years. Some walk into the studio convinced they’re only there because their wife signed them up. Others spend the session making silly faces behind me just to get their toddler to laugh. And […]

Children, Family

June 21, 2026

Dad, you make our world go round! Happy Father’s Day!