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It’s the time of year when I am editing dozens of sessions each week, and I still never get tired of seeing all the beautiful family images. It makes me so happy when the families who I photograph close to the holidays use their photos for that fun Christmas or holiday card or post. I […]

Family

December 9, 2022

Acuna Family Session in Fort Worth Texas

The special bond of sisters is always something that I treasure. No matter the age distance between sisters, they just share something special and wonderful that I feel lucky to witness each time I photograph them. Little Lusay was recently welcomed to the family, and her big sister Lydia couldn’t be happier. Lydia (named after […]

Ask Paula, Baby Plan, Children, Family, Newborn, Studio, Welcome

November 11, 2022

Banda Family Newborn Session

Mom (Natalie) arrived to this session prepared and excited to celebrate such a special milestone. I loved working with their wonderful family, and little Wyatt is precious. Wyatt was named after the famous Wyatt Earp because his daddy loves old western movies and that era in history. I loved learning that little tidbit. “Wyatt is […]

Ask Paula, Birthday, Cake Smash Session, Children, Studio, Welcome

November 3, 2022

Wyatt’s One Year Old Session

Each time I meet a new parent and their baby, I feel so blessed. I love working with these beautiful new babies, and I want every session to feel as celebratory and special as the babies they represent. That’s why I always offer my clients tips before their shoot…it helps everything run smoothly and keeps […]

Ask Paula, Children, Family, Newborn, Studio

September 13, 2022

Making Your Newborn Session Sucessful

Little Carleigh was as sweet as the strawberries that we used as inspiration for this session! Carleigh was named after her mom and dad (a combination of Ashleigh and Christopher), which is really unique and creative. She is a very smart, focused little girl who loves her mommy! Carleigh also loves dancing, food, and playing […]

Baby Plan, Birthday, Cake Smash Session, Children, Newborn

August 22, 2022

Carleigh | One Year Old Session