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2026 Jersey Shore Beach Mini Session

Looking for a magical beach photoshoot in New Jersey or Philadelphia? Our 2026 Black Friday Beach Minis bring soft pastel skies, Atlantic City views, and fine-art editing to your family’s portrait experience. These limited sessions always sell out—perfect for families, kids, and anyone dreaming of whimsical Jersey Shore portraits.

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Magical Family Photographer | Philadelphia

Magical Center City Philly family photo sessions this weekend! $75 for 2 fine-art images in the city glow. Limited spots available!

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Family Christmas Session | Cape May NJ

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Why Fall Minis Are So Special

Experience the magic of autumn with Shooting Star Photography’s fall mini sessions in South Jersey and Philadelphia. Cozy sweaters, golden leaves, and timeless portraits you’ll cherish forever.

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Survival Guide: Kids' Beach Photo Shoots at Jersey Shore

Parental Survival Guide: Embrace the chaos and capture stunning family beach portraits in Ocean City, Cape May, or Wildwood.

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Mermaid & Pirate Siblings | Jersey Shore Portrait Fun

Mermaids, pirates, and sibling chaos—oh my! Book a fun-filled, fine art beach photo shoot near Atlantic City and turn your kids into legends of the sea!

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Shooting Star Photography 2023 Prep Sheet

OUR 2023 SIMPLE PREP SHEET

Hi good ol' Shooting Star family! I have pretty much everything up here on this website. We sure like to blog and stay current! We wanted to write out a little prep guide for our clients to make the most of your session. I do get questions, from time to time, about how our stylizing services work. I try to be as cohesive as possible to make the experience fun for my customers, and I keep the process very easy and convenient for everyone.

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!

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.

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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