Maternity and Family Sessions in South Jersey!

For the third time in a year, we've been ranked the BEST in the Philadelphia region as far as maternity photo sessions are concerned. A lot of my customers have been with me, with the start of their families. Being 7 years in this business, I have seen families grow. Kids go off to college, babies born and all along the way, I have been blessed to be able to capture it all. It is really a crazy roller coaster and an odd experience, but it’s also enthralling that you were a big part of capturing their childhood memories.

The experience of family photography session

Many families, when looking for that “magical moment” of remembrance, like to look for family photography. Portraits are very popular for capturing moments of memory and it usually involves the whole family coming together. Other times it is about just the siblings, and others times it’s the elders, parents aunts, uncles, grandparents etc. 

Family Sessions are the BEES KNEES for most of all of our sessions in South Jersey!

Whatever the selection of the family members involved, it is all about the experience. What we love to provide in our sessions is the promotion of the true family happiness. Whether it’s creating the perfect mood, or the catching the perfect moment, we know that comfort and ease is most important. Making people feel that they are special, and giving that perfect experience, is extremely important to us, in catching the best possible moments in your lives.

We know that treating you like you are the star is the most important factor in creating that ideal image. In our photo sessions we can offer a wide array of options, like backgrounds, a variety of clothing, and different locations. This is all to bring comfort and happiness to our clients, because after all, it is all about you.

I love working with all my families. Each individual child has their own unique personality. They have a silly giggle or an adoring stink eye. It’s always hilarious to see your families come back year after year and honored to be a part of the photography history.

Creating moments that will last forever, and be cherished for many years to come is what it is all about. This is a passion we thrive on, and creating these perfect memories, in a happy and professional, environment, is our ultimate goal.

Working with my families isn’t a job. It is a journey, it is an experience. I love how the kiddos get more and more comfortable with me over the years and I adore seeing them grow. I have at times cried because one day they are so little and then BAM! In high school or going off to college. It can be a very emotional experience.

For example, I just had a family come up from South Carolina. I photographed these girls since they were maybe 4 and 6? Now both in high school and turning out to be smart and beautiful women! I cried. Not only that they made a trip to see me (and to see family in the region), but they have grown. I was a big part of their childhood memories that they will look back on. I captured this growth through my lens. I can’t tell you how much of a thrilling experience that is. It is really surreal.

If you would like to book your specialized family session with us, we would be delighted to help create some magic with you!

Contact us to day and we'll take care of the rest!!! Until we meet again, South Jersey!

-Dee Giumetti

BEFORE AND AFTER EDITING PROCESS - Southern New Jersey Photographer

Before and After Edit

At Shooting Star Photography LLC, witness the transformative power of editing in our before and after images. Our skilled editors enhance the raw beauty captured in each photograph, bringing out the best in every shot. See how subtle adjustments can make a world of difference, elevating ordinary snapshots into extraordinary works of art. Trust us to perfect your precious memories and turn them into timeless masterpieces.

Southern New Jersey portrait photographer, family photographer in new jersey

Before and After Editing Process- behind the scenes.

As a photographer, it is crucial to show before and after edits of our work for several reasons. Firstly, it allows us to demonstrate our skills and expertise in post-processing techniques. By showcasing the original image alongside its edited version, we can highlight the artistic decisions made and the enhancements achieved. This helps potential clients understand the level of creativity and attention to detail we bring to our photography. Additionally, displaying before and after edits helps in managing expectations. Clients can get a realistic understanding of how editing can elevate and transform an image, ensuring they are satisfied with the final result. Ultimately, sharing before and after edits not only showcases our abilities but also builds trust and transparency with our audience.

Every year, we generally use my friend's peony field in Gloucester County, NJ. Most folks ask... what is a peony?  A peony flower resembles huge rose flowers... They bloom for maybe two weeks tops and they are extremely fragrant. Peak time is generally at height around Memorial Day weekend. There's a few farms in the area. Our Outer Coastal plan in New Jersey allows great growing conditions of plants and vegetables and is why it is called the Garden State. However, this past year with the weird warmup we had in the winter.. Bloom times were heavily affected. We had to cancel our annual peony farm sessions this year.

A lot of bloom times were affected. Peach crops were apparently going to also be affected another year in a row. It was a strange spring. I hope that 2018's spring will be much different.I wanted to show a little bit of what we do behind the scenes on the editing process. We don't just take a photo and hand it over to you. We lovingly go over every single image to make it truly shine. This is why we take the time we do, to have them back to you. I am at home working most nights until 3 am to 4 am in the morning. 

Our schedule is very busy and this part time business, has turned into almost a 24/7 operation.I have trained under some of the best of the industry to give my clients the very best. I believe in education and that is key at all times to continue to grow, learn and provide the best for customers. I am constantly learning new things. In regards to the peony sessions, I rarely show my before and afters... but wanted to show you what things look out of camera and what your final product may be. Some of our specialty sessions, like our unicorn sessions.. tend to be even more work. I don't believe in changing children's faces or features. I have seen this done many times in our industry. Everything, tends to get "cooked to death" as I like to say or completely Photoshopped to death.

My goal is just enhancement. EVERYTHING is edited by hand. Peony field. Southern New Jersey. Before and after editing process.Top left is out of camera. It was actually overcast and raining during this session. Full image is the final edited product in which my clients received. I would say not my BEST WORK. However, it still goes to show the in depth process of what we do.I want my clients to look back on their photos (years from now) and see art and beauty, but see their children and themselves as they truly are. I don't like to lose skin texture or affect features.

This is why we take the time we do to make sure each and every photograph that you choose in the editing process.. looks like a superstar, but not overly processed.  We also stylized this shoot. The color white and vintage ALWAYS looks beautiful virtually anywhere. It reflects timelessness. Most likely, you won't look back at this image in 5 years and say it is out of style or clothing choices.. what was I thinking? This image was taken two years ago and still just as beautiful today! 

Happy Shooting, my friends!

Dee

Shooting Star Photography

NJ Portrait Photographer