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 Jersey Best Photographer- Carnival Sessions

Carnival photo sessions are a fun way to capture memories of childhood in New Jersey!

Ferris wheels, cotton candy, amusement rides, and carousels are all popular backgrounds for photography because they are associated with fun, excitement, and nostalgia. Here are a few reasons why these elements make great backdrops for photography:

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Cotton Candy fun!

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Love her cotton candy headpiece!

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I love styling these sessions. They are sooo much fun!!!

Love these carnival sessions!!!! The vibrancy and fun!

  1. They create a sense of nostalgia: Amusement parks and carnivals have been around for generations, and many people have fond memories of visiting them during their childhood. Using these elements as backdrops for photography can create a sense of nostalgia and evoke happy memories.

  2. They add a sense of fun and excitement: Amusement park rides and carnival games are designed to be exciting and thrilling. Using these elements as backdrops for photography can add a sense of fun and excitement to the photos.

  3. They provide a colorful and interesting backdrop: Amusement park rides, cotton candy stands, and carousels are often brightly colored and visually interesting. Using these elements as backdrops for photography can add a pop of color and create an interesting composition.

  4. They are great for family and group photos: Amusement parks and carnivals are popular destinations for families and groups of friends. Using these elements as backdrops for photography can create a fun and lively atmosphere for group photos.

  5. They are versatile: Ferris wheels, cotton candy, amusement rides, and carousels can be used in a variety of photography styles, from whimsical and playful to vintage and nostalgic.

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She’s wearing a romper from Lulus stars! Love the popcorn headpiece!

In summary, Ferris wheels, cotton candy, amusement rides, and carousels make great backgrounds for photography because they create a sense of nostalgia, add a sense of fun and excitement, provide a colorful and interesting backdrop, are great for family and group photos, and are versatile enough to be used in a variety of photography styles.

Boys just want to have fun… and popcorn, lollipops and caramel apples! Carnival photo shoot!

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I would love to do a friends shoot at a carnival this year! These were sooo much fun!!!!

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carnival ride fun!

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Carnival beauty wearing tutu du monde!

Last but not least… the group shot!!! Kiddos having fun! Carnival photoshoot ideas.

I love capturing these whimsical and fun sessions. The essence of childhood comes alive! We have a lot of carnivals in the New Jersey area and they are always a fun thing to do with the kids. If you would like to schedule your special carnival photo session and are aware of carnivals coming to your area. Let’s do it!

Happy Shooting, my friends!

Dee Giumetti

Shooting Star Photography

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Carnival Shoot in New Jersey

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Every year, my photography friends and I get together for a carnival photo session! This was last year's. The previous year (2016) style was old time classic. I believe I made a blog post of it in the past!  Girls in almost a victorian look, boys on amusement rides and enjoying cotton candy.  It was a fun time! This past year, was a bit more challenging as this place was the most packed we have ever seen a carnival in New Jersey!  This year, cannot wait as have something sweet planned! I love carnivals. It is reminiscent of childhood. I love the lights and enjoy the laughter of kids with their families having the times of their life! There's nothing in this world sweeter! One thing I did love about this carnival session was how casual it was. If you have noticed, I like capturing kids who they are in the moment. I'm not very much into heavily processed skin or features. I am not into cheesy smiles. I want kids to be kids. I want parents to look back and see a beautiful image, but I don't want them to see their child's actual physical features changed. This is a big thing going on in the industry. Where folks are heavily dodging and burning their subjects, skin is losing texture. It's just not the way I would personally want to remember my own children. I want them to look natural and who they are. It's extremely important to me. I do, however, love a creative and dreamy image. I love color and vibrancy, but I also like simple. The outfits chosen from this shoot were from an Australian company called, Lulu Stars. We also used some tutu du monde pieces which I always find great pieces to add to any photographer's wardrobe. Tutu du monde clothing tends to work with any theme.  Enjoy the lights and colors of this carnival collection photo shoot. I tried to give it a more vintage feel and hope I have delivered. I cannot wait until this year's carnival shoot! It will be a blast!!!  Who knows? We may do a model call. Hopefully, we get a better place in New Jersey this time!!! Not as packed!!! However, the theme is going to be adorable!!! We cannot wait to share!!!    

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