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One of the first things I noticed about this adorable trio was the matching leggings on mom and their little girl! How adorable is that?! (You can find similar leggings here). This beautiful family is one of the most kind and sweet families I know. I’ve been the lucky one documenting their family for several […]

Children, Family, Mommy & Me

March 7, 2016

The Scales Family | Southeast Texas Family Photographer

I am often asked to document amazing milestones and memories, like the birth of a newborn baby, or a beautiful wedding. There is nothing I love more than helping create photos and tangible memories for the families who walk through my door! I feel honored and privileged every single time. But, with the digital age […]

Ask Paula, Family

February 27, 2016

How do I Safely Preserve Family Memories? | Ask Paula

As a mom, I understand little ones and their sometimes-resistance to family photos. Some kiddos come into their sessions with giant grins, do every pose without complaint, and cry when they leave because they’re having a great time. Others, well…it’s a little trickier. You may be looking at the sweet family on the left here, […]

Ask Paula, Family

February 23, 2016

Help…My Kids Hate Photos! | Ask Paula

One of my primary goals as a newborn photographer is to learn and improve my craft! I have been so thankful to have been mentored by such great photographers like Aimee Fuller, Nicole Smith, and Andrea Kinter. They have encouraged, supported and walked beside me as I’ve learned to be confident in my newborn portraits. […]

Baby Plan, Family, Newborn

February 19, 2016

Avery | Newborn | Southeast Texas Newborn Photorgrapher

“Children of the same family, the same blood, with the same first associations and habits, have some means of enjoyment in their power, which no subsequent connections can supply.”– Jane Austen I truly can’t say enough about how wonderful it was to meet this precious family. They were so sweet, and I feel honored and […]

Baby Plan, Children, Family, Newborn

February 6, 2016

Tripp | Newborn | Southeast Texas Newborn Photographer