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One of the questions parents ask before family photos is what they should bring with them. Do you need snacks? Toys? A favorite stuffed animal? Props? A backup outfit? It can be tempting to pack half the house, especially when you have little ones, but most families need much less than they think. When you […]

Family

October 10, 2026

What Should I Bring to a Family Photo Session?

Kelly and her precious kids were such a joy to spend the day with! This was a mommy-and-me session, and Kelly wanted some images to celebrate their unique and special bond. Liam, Connor, Peyton and Noah call her “mom”, and it’s her favorite title in life. In the depths of Liam’s captivating eyes, you can […]

Children, Mommy & Me

June 24, 2023

Mommy and Me Session | Fort Worth Family Photographer

This blog has been awhile in the making, but I am sure excited to share it with you today…it’s a story of family, tradition, and legacy. The photos feature this adorable newborn, Ford, but his history starts much earlier…this adorable baby’s lineage is filled with football! In fact, it just might run in his blood. […]

Baby Plan, Family, Newborn, Studio

May 18, 2016

Ford | Newborn | Southeast Texas Newborn Photographer

Can you tell it was totally hot and muggy for this session? Believe it or not, it was in the triple digits the day I met up with the Greenway Family to do their portraits. We met at a local park with tons of greenery, and I loved how they interacted with each other. They […]

Children, Family

September 10, 2015

The Greenway Family | Family | Southeast Texas Family Photographer

“There is no more lovely, friendly and charming relationship, communion or company than a good marriage”. -Martin Luther It was a complete delight to capture this wonderful occasion! Larry and Karen are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary, and they picked the most fitting way to celebrate; surrounding themselves with their family for a photo session. […]

Family

July 9, 2015

The Rice & Hanks Family | 50th Anniversary | Southeast Texas Family Photographer