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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!

Check out what to expect from our Jersey Shore mermaid sessions.
Experience the whimsy of the Jersey Shore from Cape May to Atlantic City.
Check out why wardrobe is important to the aesthetic of your photoshoot.

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.

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Little Lily's First Holy Communion Photoshoot in Philadelphia

A First Holy Communion is a sacred rite of passage in many Christian traditions. For little Lily, it was an occasion to capture this momentous milestone among the lush cherry blossoms in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia. Armed with a radiant smile and an infectious laugh, Lily transformed a simple photoshoot into a cherished memory. Join us as we take a stroll through this blissful day, capturing Lily's First Holy Communion with elegance and grace. Fairmount Park is a popular location to see cherry blossoms in Philadelphia

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First Holy Communion Sessions | South Jersey | NJ | Photographer

Shooting Star Photography has been offering First Holy Communion Sessions since the origination of our company in 2014. We were fresh, on the scene and just getting started, in terms of portrait photography. We filed, officially an LLC in 2015, with the State of New Jersey.

Whether you wish to do a communion keepsake in your church that you will be receiving Communion, an outdoor extravagant location. We have to private locations, as well as public options at our disposal.

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New Jersey| South Jersey | First Holy Communion Photography Sessions!

South Jersey-First Holy Communion Sessions!

Check Out This Guy in All White for His First Holy Communion Portraits! What a Fun Session We Had!

At Shooting Star Photography LLC, we always strive to make every photoshoot memorable and enjoyable for our clients. And let me tell you, the recent session with an adorable young boy, dressed entirely in white for his first Holy Communion portraits, was nothing short of fun and special!

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Communion Sessions! Here in South Jersey!

Celebrating First Holy Communion with a Portrait Session.

We are the premiere First Holy Communion Photographer in the Philadelphia and New Jersey region! Whether it is a church or an outdoor special place, we have you covered in celebrating this important rite of passage in your child’s life.

Check out this magical session we did with Giselle at her church in Ocean City, NJ.

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)!

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Round up the family and escape to the Jersey Shore for a dreamy boho beach experience you'll treasure forever.
Let your little one channel their inner royalty and rule the wildflowers in a magical, picture-perfect moment fit for a princess.
Step back in time with vintage-inspired portraits that let your little gentleman steal the spotlight in timeless style.
Every sunset paints the sky with magic, and we capture that golden light to create portraits as breathtaking as the moment itself.