The journal
Notes on planning a session that feels like you.
What to wear, where to go, when the light is right, and how to get photographs that still feel true years from now. Written for families, couples and professionals around The Woodlands.
Outfit guide
What to wear for family photos: outfit ideas that photograph beautifully
A photographer's guide to family photo outfits: colour palettes that work, what to avoid, fall and Christmas ideas, and how to dress for the Texas heat.
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Seasonal guide
Fall family photos in The Woodlands: timing, locations and ideas
When fall colour actually arrives in The Woodlands, where to shoot it, and simple ideas for fall family photos that feel natural. From a local family photographer.
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Holiday guide
Christmas family photoshoot ideas that still look good in July
Holiday photo ideas for families in The Woodlands and north Houston: at-home sessions by the tree, outdoor golden hour, what to wear and when to book so cards go out on time.
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Headshot guide
What to wear for headshots: a photographer's checklist
What to wear for professional headshots and LinkedIn photos: colours, necklines, patterns, grooming and what to bring, from a headshot photographer in The Woodlands and Houston.
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Posing guide
Family photography posing that doesn't look posed
The prompts and gentle poses a family photographer actually uses: how to stand, where to put your hands, and how to get real expressions from toddlers to teenagers.
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Location guide
The best photo locations in The Woodlands for families, couples and headshots
A local photographer's list of the best spots in The Woodlands for family photos, engagement sessions and outdoor headshots, with the light and timing for each.
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