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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.

Woodstown NJ | Maternity | Family photo session
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Woodstown NJ | Maternity | Family photo session

Woodstown NJ | Maternity | Family photo session

Maternity Family Sessions are always a great time. We love capturing these special moments with locations all over South Jersey.

Why is getting family portraits important?

Family photography portraits are important for several reasons. Here are some reasons why getting family portraits can be valuable:

Capturing memories: Family photography portraits allow you to capture special moments with your loved ones that you can cherish for a lifetime. Photographs can serve as a way to remember the happy times you shared as a family, even as years go by.

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Ocean City, New Jersey- Family Photographer |South Jersey photographer… let’s rock!

Ocean City, New Jersey- Family Photographer |South Jersey photographer… let’s rock!

Ocean City, New Jersey- Family Photographer with the “S” fam!

Ocean City, New Jersey- Family Photographer

It’s always fun shooting on the beach! Gathering the family around, getting them dressed to go and get dirty in the sand for a portrait session. What better place to gather the family together than to go to the Ocean City boardwalk and beach for some pastel colored beach awesomeness!

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Beach Sessions at the New Jersey shore.
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Beach Sessions at the New Jersey shore.

The Jersey Shore and Vacation. The TOP vacation area in New Jersey, is the Jersey Shore. In fact, our state’s economy relies on people vacationing at the Jersey Shore.

In 2019, 116 million visitors spent $46.4 BILLION in New Jersey. Visitors generated $5.1 billion in state and local taxes, which is equivalent to $1,580 in tax savings for every household in New Jersey. We all know we won’t get those tax savings back.

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Welcome

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!

Follow our journey around the Philadelphia Area.