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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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Photographer Spotlight: Capturing the Beauty of Paris

In the diverse and vibrant world of photography, it's always an exciting journey to stumble upon extraordinary talents that leave a lasting impression. Recently, a noteworthy discovery emerged from one of our photography groups – an exceptional photographer based in the enchanting city of Paris.

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Capturing Your Family's Joy: A Philadelphia Photo Shoot

Jan 26

As busy parents, we all know how important it is to capture those precious moments with our children, but it can be hard to wrangle everyone together! Sometimes, planning a family photo shoot can feel overwhelming and time-consuming. That's why we're here to share our experience of a glamorous family photo shoot in Philadelphia and provide some tips to help you capture your own family's joy! (And here to help ease the process!)

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How to Prepare for Your Philadelphia Family Portrait Session

Your guide to dressing for Philadelphia family portraits! Expert tips on outfits, styling, and capturing picture-perfect memories. Plan your session now!

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How To Elevate Your Online Presence: Mastering SEO for Photographers

Having just completed a basic SEO certification and advanced SEO certifications from Google, I have learned some really interesting new things when it comes to SEO and for putting it into your business. I also received my certification in Advanced Digital Marketing as a way to improve my reach on the web and also to help others! Here’s some info I learned that I think will be beneficial to all photographers in 2024!

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Winter Princess Photo Shoots in South Jersey: Book Now!

Winter Princess Photo Shoots in South Jersey: $300 magical sessions for your little one’s fairy tale dreams. Available Monday-Thursday evenings. Book now!

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Red Dress Radiance: Stunning Moments Captured in a Sweet 16 New Jersey Photo Shoot

As we all know, a sweet 16 is a special milestone in a young girl's life, marking the transition into young adulthood. And what better way to celebrate and capture this moment than with a photo shoot? On a picturesque farm in Upper Deerfield, NJ, a beautiful young lady had a magical sweet 16 photo shoot, complete with a majestic unicorn and stunning peach orchard. But it was when she switched into a stunning red dress that the true radiance of the day shined through. Join us as we take a closer look at the breathtaking moments captured in this sweet 16 photo shoot on the farm.

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Broad Street- Philly Photographer fun!

Broad Street Philadelphia Photo Fun!

Let's be real, being a photographer isn't always as glamorous as it seems. I mean, have you ever tried carrying around a heavy camera bag all day? Or dealing with clients who insist on doing those cheesy poses from Pinterest?

And let's not forget about the weather in the Philly area. One minute it's sunny and beautiful, the next minute it's pouring rain and your hair is a mess. But hey, that's just part of the job, right?

A little walk around Broad Street In Philly is always fun!

Speaking of clients, I've had some interesting ones in my time. Like the couple who wanted to recreate the lift from Dirty Dancing. I mean, sure, why not? Or the family who brought their pet llama to the shoot. Talk about a unique prop!

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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NJ Photography Workshops: Teaching Heartfelt and Magical Storytelling

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

How to Prepare for Your Philadelphia Family Portrait Session

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.