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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Do You Know What Natural Light Photography Really Means?
Natural Light Photography. Ruh Roh! I'm about to open up a can of worms here! I may even make some folks a bit upset who say this is their profession locally in South Jersey... But here we go...Have you ever heard someone mention that they do all natural light photography? Sometimes they use the word "organic" oooh and ahhhh... Since organic is the cool thing these days... But did you ever wonder what the hay this actually means? Well... Here we go!
A Little Gal at the Studio!
Little girl’s photo session in Salem County, New Jersey. All smiles for this little girl. Who came down from Brooklawn in Camden County to our Salem County Studio. We love this age. They just want to run and play... so that's what we did and captured!
Salem County, NJ Fall Photo Shoot!
A little baby’s photo shoot can always be a great time to capture these fleeting moments!
Fall Shoot in South Jersey
Does someone need a fire put out? this is a great photo shoot idea to do with your “little firefighter.” We had a little fun fall photo session in our backyard with pumpkins.
Why I Chose Not To Have A Fancy Smancy Website... Like Every Photographer Out There
Being a photographer in 2015 is hard.
What Made You WANT To Go Into Photography?
A personal look at how photography became my calling—from early film days to photographing families throughout South Jersey today.
The Shooting Star Experience!
The Shooting Star Experience blends natural light, calm guidance, and timeless storytelling for fine art family portraits in South Jersey and Philadelphia.
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!
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Check out what to expect from our Jersey Shore mermaid sessions.
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Experience the whimsy of the Jersey Shore from Cape May to Atlantic City.
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Check out why wardrobe is important to the aesthetic of your photoshoot.
Follow our journey around the Philadelphia Area.
