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.
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South Jersey Photographer- Easter Simple Studio Mini Session. Join us on April 1st. If you're looking for a way to celebrate Easter with your family and create lasting memories, our simple studio Easter photography sessions are the perfect choice. With our professional photography and beautiful setting, you can rest assured that your child's portrait will be a true work of art. So book your session today and let us help you create magical memories that will last a lifetime.
Come and spend time with our baby chicks!
Welcome to our South Jersey- Simple studio portrait sessions!
Located in Haddon Township, New Jersey.
Join me for a day of fun studio portraits!
-Easter-
This magical time of year is filled with hope, joy, and love.
For many families, Easter is a time to come together and celebrate. It is a time to reconnect with loved ones, enjoy delicious food, and create lasting memories. Whether you attend church services or enjoy Easter egg hunts with your children, there is something special about this time of year that brings people together.
One of the most magical things about Easter is the sense of new beginnings it brings. After a long and cold winter, the arrival of spring is a welcome relief. The trees begin to bud, flowers start to bloom, and the world comes back to life. It's a time of growth and renewal, and the promise of warmer weather to come.
Simple and timeless these Easter Sessions are wonderful to display all year round in your home!
Easter is also a time to reflect on our own personal growth and renewal. It's a time to set intentions for the coming year, to let go of the past, and to embrace new opportunities. Whether you're religious or not, Easter can be a powerful reminder of the importance of hope and faith in our lives.
Celebrating Easter with family is a wonderful way to create lasting memories. From Easter egg hunts to family dinners, there are many traditions that bring families together during this special time of year. It's a chance to slow down, disconnect from our devices, and simply be present with the people we love.
And what better way to capture those special moments than through photography? Our simple studio Easter photography sessions are the perfect way to capture the essence of your child during this magical time of year. Our fine art photography will showcase the beauty and uniqueness of your child, and create lasting memories that you can treasure for years to come.
Come and give our bunny a kiss!
With our bunny and chicks on hand, your child will have a chance to interact with these adorable animals and create unforgettable moments. And our floral swing provides a beautiful backdrop for your child's portrait.
These photography sessions are designed to be simple and stress-free. We want to capture your child's natural beauty, without any elaborate props or costumes. Our goal is to create timeless portraits that you will treasure for a lifetime.
If you're looking for a way to celebrate Easter with your family and create lasting memories, our simple studio Easter photography sessions are the perfect choice. With our professional photography and beautiful setting, you can rest assured that your child's portrait will be a true work of art. So book your session today and let us help you create magical memories that will last a lifetime.
To book your mini session, you may find the information at this link!
Happy Shooting, my friends!
Dee
Shooting Star Photography
Another Easter Mini Photography Studio!
Another Easter Mini Photography Studio!
Last weekend, we had spring Easter mini's at the studio in South Jersey.
Last weekend, we had spring Easter mini's at the studio in South Jersey. We were suppose to celebrate this beautiful season by going outside, but the weather would not allow it! The ground was too mushy from the snow we received on Friday (I also did a wedding on Friday and am almost complete with the editing). I elected to do them indoors. I had 4 families arrive throughout the day and this was my first session of the day.
I will add more when they get completed! This session here, lasted about 20-25 minutes and were able to get a nice variety of captures within this time frame. I truly believe that kids this age really can't go much longer and this is why mini sessions are the way to go sometimes.
Ages 1-3 can often times be difficult for parents as well. Mini sessions allow the kids to get some cute photos without having temper tantrums! You all know how this age goes!My Trick? Well, I ask parents to sign a getting-to-know-you questionnaire prior to the session. It helps me to get to know the kids and parents with this. I also let the kids warm up a bit before I start shooting away. I don't immediately go snapping away.
Some kids get scared of this and of course a stranger clicking in their face is never a fun time! I'll usually do some "test shots" and I tell them this. I will also show the children the shot I took of them. It seems to ease them into it for an enjoyable session all around, for both photographer and mom and dad! It works! I have yet to see it not!I tried out new lighting this time and I'm in love with the soft feeling of it! I will have to give it a whirl for the future. It's also very easy to set up!
Thank you Gary Fong, photography pioneer, on this effective lighting suggestion! Seriously, Mr. Fong, you rock! I really love the soft feel of this new lighting. It's not as harsh as before and I'm EXTREMELY picky when it comes to my photography because I expect and want nothing, but the best for myself and my clients!I'll post some more mini photos here soon! I also have a few weddings (yup, testing that avenue out!) and a few family/single sessions that I need to get up here on the blog ASAP! Plus, update the portfolio. We truly have been busy!!!
We're attempting an extreme marketing campaign by offering very reasonable fees for sessions right now! Since we are a new business, to South Jersey, we are really trying to get our name out there! Please look at our new pricing menu! We are also going the route of a boutique experience, where we will consult with the client in regards to what they wish out of their session.
Also, by discussing our options, props, time of day, types of poses, etc. We also offering a beautiful high-end (yet keeping it affordable) product line. I also have scouted locations all throughout South Jersey... From Camden County to Cape May County, we've got you covered!!!
Happy Shooting, my friends!
Dee Giumetti
