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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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Wildwood, NJ Portrait Mini Sessions | South Jersey

Book your 2024 beach mini portrait session in Wildwood, NJ! Capture stunning portraits with the beautiful seaside backdrop for a magical, unforgettable experience.

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Family Photographer | A Captivating Cape May PhotoShoot!

Capture the magic of the holidays in Cape May with a family Christmas photo shoot. Celebrate love, joy, and festive cheer with stunning winter beach portraits.

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Atlantic City Photographer | Captures Mommy and Me Beach Session

Atlantic City, NJ Photographer

Jan 19

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The Uniqueness of Mommy and Me Beach Session

This mom and daughter wanted to capture something new together. Mom just got out of a divorce and wanted to start capturing new memories together as mom and daughter. Her wish was to create positivity in a time where it is so very challenging going through such a difficult process. Mom wanted to capture this special time with her and her child and to record new memories together.

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An Atlantic City Adventure: Inside the J Family's Second Beach Photo Session

Our cherished J family embarked on their second beach photo session with us in Atlantic City, New Jersey. A day filled with love, laughter, and a dash of nostalgia, capturing the essence of a family that is the embodiment of joy. This adventurous family of four loves the ocean so much that they own a beach house in Ocean City. Let's dive into their remarkable photo session!

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Beach Portraits in Atlantic City

Capture vibrant childhood moments with beach portraits in Atlantic City. Stunning seaside scenes and memories by Shooting Star Photography. Book today

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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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Sandy Toes and Pastel Clothes: Our Family Mini Session in Jersey Shore | South Jersey Photographer

As a South Jersey girl born and bred, I've had the pleasure of witnessing all the natural beauty that the Jersey Shore has to offer. My latest delight was a family mini session we held in Atlantic City, NJ, where pastel clothes and sandy toes were the order of the day. The family’s energy, combined with the charm of the Jersey Shore, created a day filled with laughter and unforgettable moments.

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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Fine Art Beach Photography Workshop in Wildwood 2024

Jersey Shore Beach Sessions

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Beach Portraits in Atlantic City

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New Jersey Beach Sessions

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Family Photography

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Capturing Your Family's Joy: A Philadelphia Photo Shoot

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Turning Moments into Magical Memories with Timeless Portraits.

Let Country Roads... Take You Home.
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.