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two girls enjoying their time playing at sunset in Wildwood NJ with the sunsetting on the beach.

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Shooting Star Photography 5/18/23 Shooting Star Photography 5/18/23

Philadelphia- A Photographer’s Dream

Philadelphia- A Photographer’s Dream. Philadelphia offers magical backgrounds for photo sessions. Everything from formal gardens, to city skylines. There is always something magical behind every corner to explore in Philadelphia.

Shooting Star Photography 5/16/23 Shooting Star Photography 5/16/23

Fine Art Beach Photography Workshop in Wildwood 2024

Fine Art Beach Photography Workshop in Wildwood NJ 2024.

Join us next year for our beach photography workshop. It will be held on Saturday, June 15th 2024. A fine art workshop with children and families can be a wonderful way to capture beautiful and memorable moments. Here are some tips to help you create stunning beach photographs and what we will cover for the duration of the day.

Shooting Star Photography 5/12/23 Shooting Star Photography 5/12/23

Finding Your Photography Style

Finding Your Photography Style- As a new Photographer.

I love the colors and feeling of summer and spring, with lush greens, blooming flowers, and long sunny days. My photography style reflects this: bright, vibrant, and colorful.

It's taken me a long time to get to where I am now as a photographer. I had no idea how much hard work it would be. I've learned a lot about camera settings, editing, and poses, but defining my own style has taken the most practice and hard work. I spend hours shooting, editing, and learning every day, and communication with clients adds even more time to my work.

Shooting Star Photography 5/11/23 Shooting Star Photography 5/11/23

Family Portrait Session on Broad Street Philadelphia

Philadelphia-Broad Street family photo shoot capturing precious moments. Mom, Dad, and their daughter create timeless memories against the vibrant city backdrop.

Shooting Star Photography 5/10/23 Shooting Star Photography 5/10/23

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.

Shooting Star Photography 5/9/23 Shooting Star Photography 5/9/23

Jersey Shore Photographer | Ocean City | Sea Isle | Cape May

Create lasting memories with your loved ones at the Jersey Shore—a top family-friendly destination filled with sun, fun, and laughter by the beautiful waves.

Shooting Star Photography 5/8/23 Shooting Star Photography 5/8/23

Peony Farm Sessions- At a private peony farm in Gloucester County, NJ

Our award-winning exclusive peony sessions have been released. These are sold out every year. We are the only photographer permitted to shoot here since 2015. We will have it exclusively to ourselves. Peonies are one of my favorites to photograph. As you can see, many color options and many fields. This is our only weekend date availability until Late October and we only have two weekend dates left for the entirety of the 2023 year. After this next week, we have absolute no availability until mid-September (not even weeknights).

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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NJ Photography Workshops

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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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Jan 9, 2024

Beach Portraits in Atlantic City

Jan 9, 2024

Oct 3, 2018

New Jersey Beach Sessions

Oct 3, 2018

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.