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Celebrating  11 Years as a Leading
two girls enjoying their time playing at sunset in Wildwood NJ with the sunsetting on the beach.

NJ & Philadelphia Family Photographer

Welcome

Welcome to the Shooting Star Photography blog! This is where I share the magic behind my sessions—whether it’s a dreamy mermaid shoot, a wildflower mini, or tips to make your family photos stress-free. Dive in, explore, and let’s create something beautiful together!

A young girl in a vintage dress waters vibrant pink peonies in a sunlit New Jersey garden, capturing the magic of childhood and springtime beauty.
The Magic of Childhood
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The Magic of Childhood

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New Jersey Beach Sessions! Jersey Shore Beach Photographer
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New Jersey Beach Sessions! Jersey Shore Beach Photographer

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Grandpa and me...
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Grandpa and me...

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Carnival Shoot in New Jersey
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Carnival Shoot in New Jersey

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Another Beautiful Maternity Session!
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Another Beautiful Maternity Session!

Top Two Reasons to Have a Maternity Portrait with Your Kids

As professional photographers, we highly recommend capturing maternity portraits that include your kids. This place we did on Broad Street in Philadelphia. However, this is a delightful opportunity to not only document this special phase of your life but also create everlasting memories. Here are the top two reasons why you should consider having your maternity portrait with your kids:

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New Pretties Arrived Today!
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New Pretties Arrived Today!

New Pretties Arrived Today!

Great news! We've just received a new collection of dresses for our styled shoots, this time from Dollcake! The latest arrivals boast stunning designs and exquisite details that are sure to elevate the elegance and charm of our upcoming photo sessions. Stay tuned for a sneak peek at these gorgeous creations!

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Another goodie has arrived!
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Another goodie has arrived!

Another goodie has arrived!

At Shooting Star Photography, we are constantly refreshing our collection with new dresses for our styled shoots. The vintage simplicity of this new arrival is truly charming. Keep an eye out for more stunning additions to our wardrobe for your next styled photo shoot!

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Young boys picking flowers for portrait session in New Jersey

Creative Children’s Portraits

"Creative Kids’ Portraits in NJ – Because ‘Say Cheese’ is Boring!"

Tired of the same old stiff smiles? At Shooting Star Photography, we turn kids' portraits into magical, personality-packed works of art! Whether they’re twirling in a field, striking a superhero pose, or making their best “I didn’t just eat candy” face, we capture the fun, chaos, and charm of childhood. Book a session before they outgrow their cuteness (or attitude)!

Featured Work

NJ Photography Workshops

Jersey Shore Beach Sessions

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Beach Portraits in Atlantic City
Beach Portraits in Atlantic City
New Jersey Beach Sessions
New Jersey Beach Sessions

Family Photography

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Capturing Your Family's Joy: A Philadelphia Photo Shoot
Capturing Your Family's Joy: A Philadelphia Photo Shoot
How to Prepare for Your Philadelphia Family Portrait Session
How to Prepare for Your Philadelphia Family Portrait Session

Turning Moments into Magical Memories with Timeless Portraits.

  • Girl in pink dress looking out at a sunset on her family’s farm in Salem County, New Jersey

    Let Country Roads... Take You Home.

  • Boho-inspired photoshoot at the Jersey Shore with kids in a boat, guitars, and playful hippy accessories

    Round up the family and escape to the Jersey Shore for a dreamy boho beach experience you'll treasure forever.

  • Magical princess portrait in New Jersey wildflowers with toddler wearing a crown and moon in the background

    Let your little one channel their inner royalty and rule the wildflowers in a magical, picture-perfect moment fit for a princess.

  • Wildflower photoshoot with boys by a New Jersey portrait photographer

    Step back in time with vintage-inspired portraits that let your little gentleman steal the spotlight in timeless style.

  • Salem County sunset photoshoot with girl in silver couture gown, photographed by Cherry Hill photographer

    Every sunset paints the sky with magic, and we capture that golden light to create portraits as breathtaking as the moment itself.

Follow our journey around the Philadelphia Area.

Little Christmas beauty. Love the berries on here headpiece. We will be down in Cape May for sessions again this Saturday, if you would like to snag a spot, reach out. They are opening the houses up for tours and it should be a delightful weekend!
I really do have some of the most beautiful location options. I love having a ton of options for my clients. Working hard this Christmas season. Four albums on its way to their homes :)
Cyber Monday! 2025 Beach Limited-Edition Sessions are launched. This will be our only Limited Edition Offering. Hope to see you next year! You can find info in the description below.
Taking in and counting down to all the Christmas Magic arriving. Two of my favorite kiddos, ever. I've seen them grown from little itty bitties to now responsible teens.
When you BELIEVE in the magic of Santa.
Launching our 2025 Beach Sessions tomorrow! Couple new things on the horizon and cannot wait!
Look how beautiful. Love the unicorn magic! If you would like to book your own private unicorn session, please contact us. We have locations all over from forests, to wildflowers, to the beach. Happy Magical Thanksgiving Eve! #unicorn #unicornmag