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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.

South Jersey Family Photographer | Salem County NJ

Capture the beauty of fall with Shooting Star Photography's Mini Sessions in South Jersey! Autumn colors and cozy vibes make for perfect family portraits.

Fall is here, and I couldn’t be more excited to announce that my Fall Mini Sessions are officially open! 🍂 This is easily one of my favorite times of the year. The air is crisp, the leaves are turning into those gorgeous golden hues, and everything feels just a little cozier. It’s the perfect season to capture some special moments.

Fall mini session at Daretown Lake Elmer in Salem County, NJ, with pink dresses and beautiful autumn colors, captured by a South Jersey portrait photographer.

Sibling family sessions are awesome. We took this at Daretown Lake in Elmer, NJ.

What to Expect

These sessions are ideal for families, couples, or anyone wanting to celebrate the season! I’ll be photographing at some beautiful outdoor locations in the area. Picture a backdrop of tall grasses, vibrant fall foliage, and soft, golden light. The vibe is relaxed, easygoing, and fun. I want this to be a stress-free experience for you—just show up, enjoy the moment, and I’ll take care of the rest.

Each session lasts about 15 minutes, which is just enough time to get a variety of shots without taking up too much of your day. Whether you’re planning to update your family portraits or just want to capture the beauty of fall, these mini sessions are a great option.

Girl in a pink dress twirling in the forest section at Daretown Lake Elmer during a fall mini session, captured by a South Jersey portrait photographer in Salem County.

Beautiful golden hour light in Salem County, NJ.

Beautiful girl twirling in the fall forest in South Jersey during a mini session, captured by a portrait photographer.

Little girl twirling and wearing dollcake couture!

Photographer capturing a baby posing for her portrait at Daretown Lake in Salem County, New Jersey.

Little baby wanting to go for a picnic at the lake!

Why Book a Fall Mini Session?

  • Quick and easy: These sessions are designed to fit seamlessly into your busy schedule. We’ll be in and out in no time, but I’ll still capture beautiful, meaningful photos you’ll love.

  • Perfect for holiday cards: Fall photos make for gorgeous holiday cards! It’s also a great opportunity to get ahead of the holiday rush and have photos ready for gifting.

  • Autumn vibes: There’s nothing quite like the colors and light that fall brings, and I’ve scouted out the perfect spots to make sure your photos are full of seasonal beauty.

What Should We Wear?

Fall is the perfect time to break out the layers! Think sweaters, scarves, boots, and cozy jackets. Neutrals like beige, gray, or cream work really well, and you can add a pop of color with mustard yellows, burnt oranges, or deep reds. If you’re unsure about outfits, feel free to reach out—I’m happy to help with suggestions that’ll make your photos shine.

How to Book

Spaces for these mini sessions are limited and tend to go quickly, so if you’re interested, be sure to book soon! 


Fall Mini Session Info


This is one of my favorite times of the year to capture special moments, and I would love to photograph you and your family. If you’ve been thinking about getting some new photos taken or just want to celebrate the beauty of fall, let’s make it happen. 🍁


I look forward to seeing you and creating something special together!

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