The Blog 

Celebrating  11 Years as a Leading
Young girl in a purple dress posing gracefully at a New Jersey carnival, surrounded by colorful lights and festive attractions.

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 Art of a New Jersey and Philadelphia Family Photographer
family photography, new jersey photography, hand-edited photos, locations and settings, styling and fashion, Philadelphia Family Portraits Shooting Star Photography family photography, new jersey photography, hand-edited photos, locations and settings, styling and fashion, Philadelphia Family Portraits Shooting Star Photography

The Art of a New Jersey and Philadelphia Family Photographer

Capturing the love and joy of family, we freeze time to preserve your unique bonds with authentic, beautiful photography at Shooting Star Photography.

Read More
LOVE seeing my client's work displayed in their homes!
beach photographer jer..., family photography, Family Session in Sout... Shooting Star Photography beach photographer jer..., family photography, Family Session in Sout... Shooting Star Photography

LOVE seeing my client's work displayed in their homes!

South Jersey photographer, photographers in south jersey, ocean city new jersey photographers, sea isle city photographers, photographers in maple shade nj, photographers in moorestown new jersey, photographers in mullica hll new jersey

Read More
Vintage Pop Shop Photography Sessions- Cape May, New Jersey
family photography, Family Session in Sout..., cape may photographer Shooting Star Photography family photography, Family Session in Sout..., cape may photographer Shooting Star Photography

Vintage Pop Shop Photography Sessions- Cape May, New Jersey

Vintage Pop Shop Photography Sessions- Cape May, New Jersey

Vintage Vibes at Stewart's Root Beer Restaurant

Ahhh. Last year... (before covid struck down on us hard) we had some gorgeous pop shop vintage sessions in gorgeous Cape May, New Jersey! THESE WERE SOLD OUT WITHIN MINUTES, but I guess you can see why!

These were absolutely soooo much fun to do. All of my clients dressed to the NINES and it definitely showed on camera. Our shoot took place at my friend's shop, Stewart's Root Beer in downtown Cape May, New Jersey. It was a former bank building, converted into the vintage pop shop that you see on camera.

Read More
The Magic of Childhood
beach photographer jer..., children photographers..., childrens photographer, family photography, kids photography, photographers in Moore..., photographers in phila..., Photographers in Salem..., photographers in South... Shooting Star Photography beach photographer jer..., children photographers..., childrens photographer, family photography, kids photography, photographers in Moore..., photographers in phila..., Photographers in Salem..., photographers in South... Shooting Star Photography

The Magic of Childhood

Read More
Family Photographer In South Jersey- Croft Farm Cherry Hill
family photography, jersey shore photograp..., photographers in delaware, photographers in new j..., photographers in phila..., southern nj photographers Shooting Star Photography family photography, jersey shore photograp..., photographers in delaware, photographers in new j..., photographers in phila..., southern nj photographers Shooting Star Photography

Family Photographer In South Jersey- Croft Farm Cherry Hill

Family Photographer In South Jersey- Croft Farm Cherry Hill

Family photography at Croft Farm in Cherry Hill, NJ never disappoints!

Read More
Storytelling Through Photography- Personal Family Photography
children photographers..., family photography, photographer in South ..., photographers in delaware Shooting Star Photography children photographers..., family photography, photographer in South ..., photographers in delaware Shooting Star Photography

Storytelling Through Photography- Personal Family Photography

You are storytelling in this work-Family Photographer in South Jersey

You have one story and then something happens and it changes you.. your perspective and I believe this is where I am now. My perspective has changed recently.

This is the stage where you start to have an understanding and become a master of some sort of training of your eye.Now, finally telling my story, my eye and the story of the subjects that I am capturing... THE STORY through the photographs we create.

I urge anyone in photography to be involved in groups when you start out a bit. What I mean by groups, is Facebook groups catered to professionals/amateurs. Use this valuable info in these groups to hone the technical basics.

Read More
Breakfast at Tiffany's Shoot!-Philadelphia Photographer
family photography, photographer in South ..., photographers in delaware, photographers in medfo..., photographers in new j..., photographers in phila..., photographers in South..., South Jersey Photographer Shooting Star Photography family photography, photographer in South ..., photographers in delaware, photographers in medfo..., photographers in new j..., photographers in phila..., photographers in South..., South Jersey Photographer Shooting Star Photography

Breakfast at Tiffany's Shoot!-Philadelphia Photographer

Breakfast at Tiffany’s Photo shoot in Philadelphia!

Who doesn't love the movie, Breakfast at Tiffany's? Audrey Hepburn in an elegant updo... Classy and sophisticated clothing. It was a dawn of the new age in the 60's. A booming economy after World War II. The start of the baby boomer generation. I love true elegance. It's what our photography company in the Delaware Valley is all about. This is why we offer the styling and dress selection for all our clients. We have tremendous offerings. From vintage, to classic, to elegant, to maternity.. from headpieces... right down to the socks to wear.

Read More
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

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

Family Photography

Featured
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