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.
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The Pop Shop in Collingswood- Photo Shoot!
Collingswood’s Beloved Pop Shop- And a Photo Shoot!
Family soda pop sessions can be fun for several reasons:
1. Nostalgia: Soda pop has a nostalgic feel to it, reminding many people of happy memories from childhood. It can be a fun way to connect with the past and create new memories with family members.
2. Variety of flavors: Soda pop comes in a wide range of flavors, allowing family members to experiment with different tastes and combinations. This can be a fun way to bond over shared experiences and tastes.
Want to step back in time?
There’s nothing more special then taking the kids to the Pop Shop in Collingswood, New Jersey. It’s basically become a rite of passage, for all the kiddos in the South Jersey area, to at least try once! For myself, in having children, it’s about making memories. I love taking my kids out to eat, on a nice day and offering them a treat. It’s a great low-cost alternative to going out and it does make it a fun children’s atmosphere.
From their famous humongous as a pizza pie pancakes, to grilled cheese and tomato soup, to their soda fountain/ice cream selection. Nothing disappoints on the menu! The kids are in for a true classic treat!
A must to get is a milkshake and their breakfast for an indulging brunch!
When I had the opportunity to shoot here, I was floored and very excited!!! Their countertop is a vintage 50’s style, that originally, was shipped in, from the Midwest. They wanted it to look like a period in time and they did not disappoint in this venture. The Pop Shop’s interior, thoughtfully decorated in bright colors and truly showcasing the 50’s vibe with classic portraits, showing an era as some would say, the true essence of Americana.
Family soda pop sessions can be fun for several reasons:
Nostalgia: Soda pop has a nostalgic feel to it, reminding many people of happy memories from childhood. It can be a fun way to connect with the past and create new memories with family members.
Variety of flavors: Soda pop comes in a wide range of flavors, allowing family members to experiment with different tastes and combinations. This can be a fun way to bond over shared experiences and tastes.
Creative expression: Soda pop sessions can provide a creative outlet for family members, allowing them to experiment with different mixtures and presentation styles. This can encourage a sense of playfulness and experimentation, leading to fun and interesting results.
Shared experience: Sharing a soda pop session can create a sense of togetherness and shared experience. It can be a fun way to spend time together, connecting over a shared love of a particular beverage.
Overall, family soda pop sessions can be a fun and unique way to spend time together, creating memories and connections over a shared love of soda pop.
At the counter at the Pop Shop in Collingswood. A family retro step back in time!
VIntage Pop Shop Session in Collingswood, New Jersey! At the vintage 1950's counter!
If you aren’t from the area, it’s a great little spot to take the kids and explore all that Collingswood has to offer. Stroll through the town to the many parks, the speedline and incredible restaurants (Il Fiore, my favorite:)
Enjoying a milkshake with brother and sister. Capturing moments!
The Pop Shop in Collingswood, NJ is always a delight. WE love photo sessions here!
"juke box heroes" Love what the Pop Shop in Collingswood is all about!
Two cuties and making memories with milkshakes!
We definitely made some memories this day. We got to drink some milkshakes and have some fun! The owners were kind enough to let us to come in to shoot.
It's time to make memories, South Jersey! Let 2021 be the year to enjoy and treasure. Moments in time. The childhood years are important. I would be honored to capture these moments for you!
Thank you for stopping by:)
Dee Giumetti
Owner of Shooting Star Photography
South Jersey Photographer
New Year.. New Things!
Here will be our offerings this year!!!
We just upgraded to top of the line equipment, so better resolution and better image quality as we go forward! This is the camera of the year and so many praises on how beautiful images are. We are so excited to give the BEST to our customers!
We will be offering studio sessions.. as we just upgraded this as well! Where we may even come to you, in your own home! Our goal for these are classic portraiture with a semi artistic twist.
Race Track sessions, for boys and girls! With a vintage race car!
Safari sessions where we will have zebras, wallabies, llamas and possibly a monkey..
Creek sessions on our beautiful property with a boat!
Cherry blossoms.. where we have teamed up with a designer! All custom dresses provided. Never worn or seen before!
These will be held two different months^
Mommy and me special sessions with hair and makeup provided!
Tulip Sessions
Peony sessions
Greenhouse sessions
Vintage Mini Pony sessions
Wild Rudbeckia sessions
Wildflower sessions
Engagement sessions (we are starting to do these again!)
Vintage Farm sessions- where children will get to interact with animals.
Longwood Garden Sessions and will be held all year round (heaven on earth)
Rooftop garden sessions
Central Park Sessions! In the fall!
We purchased this today!!! We're already gearing up for Spring!
Happy 2018! Boy, was 2017 a crazy year... However, I am bored... so it's time to start challenging myself and doing NEW things and we are doing just that!
At Shooting Star Photography LLC, we embrace the fresh start that comes with a new year. As we embark on this journey into 2018, we look forward to exploring new opportunities, honing our craft, and capturing unforgettable moments for our clients. Whether it's trying out innovative techniques, delving into different photography styles, or pushing the boundaries of creativity, we are excited to see where this year takes us. Here's to new beginnings and endless possibilities in the world of photography!
Here will be our offerings this year!!!
We just upgraded to top of the line equipment, so better resolution and better image quality as we go forward! This is the camera of the year and so many praises on how beautiful images are. We are so excited to give the BEST to our customers!
We will be offering studio sessions.. as we just upgraded this as well! Where we may even come to you, in your own home! Our goal for these are classic portraiture with a semi artistic twist.
Race Track sessions, for boys and girls! With a vintage race car!
Safari sessions where we will have zebras, wallabies, llamas and possibly a monkey..
Creek sessions on our beautiful property with a boat!
Cherry blossoms.. where we have teamed up with a designer! All custom dresses provided. Never worn or seen before!
These will be held two different months^
Mommy and me special sessions with hair and makeup provided!
Tulip Sessions
Peony sessions
Greenhouse sessions
Vintage Mini Pony sessions
Wild Rudbeckia sessions
Wildflower sessions
Engagement sessions (we are starting to do these again!)
Vintage Farm sessions- where children will get to interact with animals.
Longwood Garden Sessions and will be held all year round (heaven on earth)
Rooftop garden sessions
Central Park Sessions! In the fall!
We purchased this today!!! We're already gearing up for Spring!
Love dollcake and have many of these in our client closet!
BETTER TURNAROUNDS- we will be at 2 weeks and have hired and trained a retoucher! Plus an office assistant!
New locations. From Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania to Central Jersey... as well as our usual Philly and Southern New Jersey locations.Most of these sessions will be run a little differently this year and only two sessions per day (our usual can be 8-20 people per day). Except for mommy and me (where we are renting a studio in Philly).We will also be offering.. Photography classes as we've had requests. These will be basic classes in order to learn how to go manual with your camera and learn to read about light.Next year, our theme is more timeless/vintage. We want you to enjoy your images for years to come!Thank you everyone for an amazing 2017. Our 2018 is going to be incredible and will be our 3rd year in business!
Happy New Year!!! This year is going to rock!!
We're very excited!
Hope to see you in 2018!!!
Dee
Shooting Star Photography
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