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A journal for families seeking timeless portraits across South Jersey, Philadelphia, and the surrounding region.

This journal shares fine-art family photography stories, session inspiration, and location guides for families throughout South Jersey and the greater Philadelphia area. Each post is designed to help parents plan meaningful portrait experiences while exploring the artistry behind Shooting Star Photography’s heirloom approach.

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Fall Unicorn Sessions — A Storybook Experience for Children

Fall unicorn portrait sessions in South Jersey featuring Drifter, a real-life unicorn. A magical, fine art experience designed just for children.

A Magical Fall Unicorn Session with Drifter

There’s something about fall that feels made for imagination — crisp air, warm light, and the kind of golden tones that turn everyday moments into storybook scenes. It’s during this season that our unicorn sessions come to life in the most magical way.

Young girl in a gold gown smiling while riding Drifter the Unicorn during a fall unicorn photography session in South Jersey.

These Fall Unicorn Sessions are designed as a moment of wonder — a pause where childhood feels limitless and a little bit extraordinary. At the heart of it all is Drifter, a gentle, real-life unicorn who brings dreams into focus the moment he steps into view.

Meeting a Unicorn in Real Life

For children, meeting Drifter isn’t just exciting — it’s unforgettable.

Whether it’s standing quietly beside him in a flowing gown, brushing his mane, or sharing a shy smile before climbing up for a ride, these moments feel genuinely magical. The experience invites kids to slow down, imagine, and step into a world that feels lifted straight from a fairytale.

And it’s not just for princesses. We welcome cowboys, adventurers, and every kind of dreamer in between.

Young girl in a gold gown gazing up at Drifter the Unicorn during a fall photo session in South Jersey.

A Session Designed for Wonder

These sessions are intentionally brief and relaxed — perfect for young attention spans and big imaginations. There’s no pressure to perform or pose perfectly. Instead, the focus is on letting children experience the moment while we quietly document the magic as it unfolds.

The result is a small collection of fine art portraits that feel timeless, emotional, and deeply personal — images that don’t just show what your child looked like, but what this season of childhood felt like.

Little girl in a pink gown riding Drifter the Unicorn during a whimsical fall photo session in South Jersey.

The Look & Feel of Fall Unicorn Portraits

Fall brings a softness to everything — the light, the colors, the mood. These sessions are styled to complement the season beautifully:

  • Flowing gowns and gentle textures

  • Warm, painterly light

  • A setting that feels natural and storybook-like

  • A calm, magical atmosphere that lets kids be themselves

Every detail is chosen to support the experience, not distract from it.

Young girl in a blue gown kissing Drifter the Unicorn during a fall photography session in South Jersey.

Why Families Love These Sessions

Parents often tell me these unicorn sessions feel different — more meaningful, more emotional, more lasting.

They aren’t just booking photos. They’re giving their child:

  • a moment of pure wonder

  • a memory they’ll talk about for years

  • artwork that feels imaginative and timeless

It’s an experience that lingers long after the session ends.

Young girl in a pink gown kissing Drifter the Unicorn during a fall photo session in South Jersey.

A Seasonal Memory Worth Keeping

Fall unicorn sessions have become a tradition for many families — a way to mark the season with something truly special. These portraits often become keepsakes, framed artwork, or treasured gifts that hold a little bit of magic long after the leaves have fallen.

There’s nothing quite like watching your child meet a unicorn — wide-eyed, joyful, and completely wrapped in the moment.

If you’d like to explore more about this experience and upcoming availability, you can learn more here:


Dee
Shooting Star Photography
Serving Philadelphia, Mainline, Northern Delaware, and all of Southern New Jersey.







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