two girls enjoying their time playing at sunset in Wildwood NJ with the sunsetting on the beach.

Fine Art Family Photography Stories & Resources

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.

Finding Your Photography Style
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Finding Your Photography Style

Finding Your Photography Style- As a new Photographer.

I love the colors and feeling of summer and spring, with lush greens, blooming flowers, and long sunny days. My photography style reflects this: bright, vibrant, and colorful.

It's taken me a long time to get to where I am now as a photographer. I had no idea how much hard work it would be. I've learned a lot about camera settings, editing, and poses, but defining my own style has taken the most practice and hard work. I spend hours shooting, editing, and learning every day, and communication with clients adds even more time to my work.

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Magical Unicorn Sessions in Cherry Hill, New Jersey

Magical Unicorn Sessions in Cherry Hill, New Jersey

Capture magical memories with our NJ Unicorn Portrait Sessions! Serving Gloucester, Camden, & surrounding counties, we provide dresses, hairpieces & hand-edited photos.

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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!

Follow our journey around the Philadelphia Area.