Fine Art Family Photography Stories & Resources

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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.

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New Dresses Being Added To The Shop And Will Be In Our Maple Shade, New Jersey Photography Studio!

I cannot believe that my dream is coming to fruition! I have worked soooo hard these past FIVE years. I have wanted to have a studio for the past two years, but it was really tough to narrow down a location. I have been searching high and low for a place that could be conveniently located to most of my clientele. Although some towns are charming like Pitman or Mullica Hill. It's access is kind of difficult to highways. Although, Mullica Hill does have Rt. 55 and the turnpike going for it.

I did some research and through talking to my friend, he had a space available to look at in Maple Shade, New Jersey and I fell in LOVE. It's exactly where I felt I needed to be. I grew up in Mt. Laurel and I actually use to work in Maple Shade, so I knew that this would be a great place to set up shop and have wonderful access points to my customers that reside all over the tri-state area! As of November 1st, I will be all set up and ready to go!

As part of my services, that I love to offer my clients, I offer a lot of styling of dresses. I recently picked these up from Joyfolie. I love joyfolie! They always have a vintage style look to their designs and they photograph beautifully. I have a lot of littles that are starting to grow up and needed to fill in with larger sizes! I hope that you like!

Cannot wait for this to come in from joyfolie! This will photograph stunningly and also a great addition to all the upcoming Christmas Sessions we are having! Will have in our Maple Shade NJ studio!
Cannot wait for this to come in from joyfolie! This will photograph stunningly and also a great addition to all the upcoming Christmas Sessions we are having!

New joyfolie dress. I could see this being photographed in downtown Haddonfield New Jersey or Moorestown!
Pink is extremely popular and probably the most photographed that I do. This addition will be great within the mix that we offer!

I could see this dress being photographed for studio sessions in Maple Shade or in downtown Philadelphia. This style is timeless and can work with so many different types of sessions.
So I love the PINK ONE and thought.. hey this cream would be nicely paired with the pink... let's say I have sisters that I work with... so I added this lovely addition to the mix. I could see this dress being photographed for studio sessions in Maple Shade or in downtown Philadelphia. This style is timeless and can work with so many different types of sessions.

I could see this being used in downtown Mullica Hill with a few little shopping bags!!!
This is the last dress I purchased, however this can pretty much be paired up with ANYTHING and that's why I love it. Can be used in a field like this, city, with a family session. The list is endless. So many locations I can use this in South Jersey. Which is why I got it!

Thanks for stopping by and checking out the new goods! Cannot wait until these bad boys come in! They are a PERFECT addition to add to my vast collection! I love being able to provide styling and wardrobe to my clients. That way all they need to do is show up and smile and we take care of the rest for them!

Until we meet again and happy shooting!

Dee

Shooting Star Photography

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Unicorn Sessions in South Jersey!

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Little two year old and her unicorn.

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Golly Gee... I truly love unicorn sessions. There's something magical about kids and being with something so majestic! I LOVE creating the magic and capturing the magic of this interaction and also making ART!!! Unicorns are just so much fun... and every little girl tends to go through this "magical" stage and just love rainbows!

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Twirling and having fun with her unicorn!

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Lovely lady in the forest. With a unicorn!

Why do people love sessions with unicorns?

People often have portraits with a unicorn for a variety of reasons, including:

  1. Symbolism and Mythology: Unicorns have long been associated with symbolism and mythology. They are often depicted as majestic, mythical creatures representing purity, grace, beauty, and magic. Including a unicorn in a portrait can evoke a sense of enchantment and fantasy, adding a touch of whimsy and mystique to the image.

  2. Personal Expression and Fantasy: Some individuals are drawn to unicorns because they resonate with their personal interests and fantasies. Unicorns are frequently associated with childhood nostalgia and dreams. Including a unicorn in a portrait allows people to express their imagination, embrace their inner child, and create a unique and whimsical image that reflects their personality or desired aesthetic.

  3. Individuality and Creativity: Incorporating a unicorn into a portrait can be a way for people to stand out and create a distinctive image. Unicorns are less conventional subjects compared to traditional portraits, making them a symbol of individuality and creativity. It allows individuals to showcase their unique style and taste while creating an eye-catching and memorable portrait.

  4. Symbol of Magic and Dreams: Unicorns are often seen as symbols of magic and dreams. Including a unicorn in a portrait can evoke a sense of wonder, fantasy, and escapism. It allows individuals to portray a sense of limitless possibility and imagination, capturing a moment where reality and fantasy intertwine.

  5. Cultural and Popularity Factors: Unicorns have gained significant popularity in recent years, becoming a trend in popular culture, fashion, and design. They are often associated with positivity, joy, and empowerment. Including a unicorn in a portrait may be influenced by current trends or a desire to align with popular cultural symbols.

It's important to note that the reasons for including a unicorn in a portrait can vary from person to person. Some may be drawn to the symbolism, while others simply find unicorns aesthetically pleasing or enjoyable to incorporate into their visual narratives. Ultimately, the choice to have a portrait with a unicorn is a personal one, driven by individual preferences, emotions, and creative expression.Last Fall, we got to capture a beautiful unicorn session in the forest in Williamstown, New Jersey!!! I love unicorn sessions!

With each unicorn session, we bring about 60 dresses to choose from, including headpieces. From all sorts of designers! From Anna Triant, Adrianna Ostrowski, to Dollcake... the list is numerous. WE love seeing the magic transform and for each little girl to feel like a true princess!

People often have portraits with a unicorn for a variety of reasons, including: 1. Symbolism and Mythology: Unicorns have long been associated with symbolism and mythology. They are often depicted as majestic, mythical creatures representing purity,

The Fall in South Jersey a Magical Unicorn Session.

Beautiful capture of a little princess with her unicorn in the south jersey orchard!!! She is in LOVE with her unicorn. Wearing one of my fav designers... Dollcake! Cannot wait to try out sessions like this in Moorestown, New Jersey! I have awesome location options all over Burlington County!

Our next unicorn session will run on Saturday, November 14th! I will post details soon!! Hope you can come out for this magical experience. Our studio in Maple Shade, New Jersey will be opening on November 1st. It will be a busy month for us at Shooting Star Photography, but we cannot wait!!! It's truly going to be a blast going into 2021. We hope that you can come out! We would love to see you and work with you!

Until we meet again and Happy Shooting!

Dee

Shooting Star Photography

South Jersey Family photographer serving Woodstown, Mullica Hill, Swedesboro, Hammonton, Moorestown, Maple Shade, Delran, Washington Township, Cherry Hill, Ocean City, Sea Isle, Avalon, Deptford, West Deptford, Cape May etc. etc etc. Give us a call, we'd love to chat!

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