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Ringing in the New Year with a Studio Maternity Session

January 05, 2026 - What better way to start the New Year, than a Maternity Session, to celebrate the upcoming arrival of your little one? T...
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Don't Forget Those Milestone Sessions!

March 21, 2025 - New parents are usually eager to get those first shots of their little one, when they have a newborn, and while Newborn...
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What to Wear For Your Photoshoot

March 20, 2025 - The three most common concerns I have heard over the years from my clients, as they prepare for their photoshoot are: 1...
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Mama and Me Mini Sessions are LIVE!

March 11, 2025 - I am currently booking Mama and Me studio mini sessions for April. These sessions are a wonderful way to get some shots...
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Winter "ONE-derland" Cake Smash Session

January 31, 2025 - The Winter ONE-Derland Cake Smash theme is always one of my favorites. What a great way to celebrate your little winter...
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New Studio, New Possibilities!

January 30, 2025 - I can't believe it's been almost a year since I last wrote a blog post! Wow... what a year it has been! Over the past ye...
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"Time Flies, When You're Turning ONE!"- Cake Smash Session

January 08, 2024 - I absolutely love the aviator themed cake smash sessions. Cute, and classic and so sweet. I can't believe it's been a ye...
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Wrapping Up 2023!

November 28, 2023 - I will post my end of the year blog post, at the end of December, but wanted to take a few minutes to share that I am fu...
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"Going With the Flow"- The Way To Achieve Authentic, Timeless Photos

September 11, 2023 - So many people have this image in their head of what a family photography session, or children's photography session sho...
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It's Time To Book Your Class of 2024 Senior Session!

April 10, 2023 - It's time! Class of 2024 High School Seniors, it's your time to shine! For those of you who are new to this, Senior Port...
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It's Time To Book Your Summer and Fall Newborn Sessions!

March 24, 2023 - Spring is officially here! I am so ready for some sunshine! Here's your friendly reminder to book your session early. I...
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Rainbow Cake Smash Session

February 17, 2023 - One of the things I love about cake smash sessions, is customizing each session for my clients. Sure, I could go and buy...
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Princess Tea Party Birthday Session

February 17, 2023 - Oh, the magic we created for this session! I have been photographing this family since before this little princess was e...
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WELCOME! Let's Chat About What Mistie Rawlings Photography Has to Offer.

January 30, 2023 - Hello there! I'm so glad you're here. It's been a long time since I wrote a blog post, so what better topic to cover tha...
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Fall Booking! What You Should Know.

August 19, 2022 - It's August, and that means "crazy time" for photographers. What does it mean for you? I am always so upset to have to t...
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Book Your Summer Mini Session!

June 21, 2022 - Summer is officially here! I have so many wonderful shoots coming up, now that the the weather is great for outdoor sess...
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The Perfect Mother's Day Gift!

May 05, 2022 - You can't go wrong with photos for mom for Mother's Day! If you are a last minute shopper, and looking for something sim...
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Spring Mini Sessions at Highland Park

May 03, 2022 - The Spring Minis at Highland park are always some of my favorites. This year has not disappointed! The blossoms are gorg...
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Spring Maternity Session!

April 28, 2022 - One of this past weekend's Maternity Sessions took place at one of my favorite, most beautiful spots in Rochester- Sunke...
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Outdoor Photoshoots Have Started!

April 28, 2022 - To say that I am excited to get outdoors for shoots, is a major understatement! I was thrilled this past weekend to be a...
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Mommy & Me Mini Session

April 03, 2022 - I absolutely LOVE mommy and me sessions. The connections between moms and their kids are always so emotional for me to c...
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Mother's Day Is Coming!

March 20, 2022 - Plan ahead for Mother's Day this year, and get that special mom or grandmother in your life the gift of photos. Every mo...
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Now Offering "AfterPay" For Photography Sessions

March 01, 2022 - I am pleased to announce that Mistie Rawlings Photography is now offering AfterPay for your photography sessions. This a...
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March Newborn Session Openings!

February 28, 2022 - A few of my March newborns have been born early, leading to some open dates in March! If you are expecting, and haven't...
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How to Choose Colors For Your Newborn Session

January 25, 2022 - One of the best parts of newborn sessions is creating the setups for my families. What goes into that, you ask? Well, wh...
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Valentine Mini Sessions

January 17, 2022 - This past weekend was Valentine Mini weekend at the studio. I had some super cute little ones in for some adorable mini...
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Masking Up in 2022!

January 02, 2022 - It may be a new year, but the same Covid precautions are in place at Mistie Rawlings Photography. I often get asked at b...
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Happy New Year!

January 01, 2022 - Happy New Year! After an extremely busy few months, I am very happy to have had a few days to catch my breath and reflec...
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It's Time to Book Class of 2022 Senior Portrait Sessions!

April 10, 2021 - Believe it or not, it's time to start booking those senior portrait sessions for the class of 2022! It may seem early to...
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Maternity Session At Highland Park

March 29, 2021 - This past weekend, I was fortunate to be able to do two amazing maternity sessions. If you are a Rochester, NY local, yo...
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Children's Easter Mini Sessions!

March 03, 2021 - It's time to book your Easter mini session! These sessions will be held in my studio, in Pittsford. They are 15 minute s...
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A Cake Smash Session For Two!

March 01, 2021 - When your birthdays are just days apart and you both love all things pastel... My Little Pony, unicorns and rainbows, of...
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Dinosaur-themed Birthday Shoot

March 01, 2021 - This weekend I had a great time doing some special birthday setups for some of my favorite clients. The first adorable s...
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Frequently Asked Question.... "What Is Your Turnaround Time?"

February 26, 2021 - One of the most frequently asked questions I get, in my photography business is, "What is your turnaround time?" This is...
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Mommy & Me Mini Sessions!

February 23, 2021 - One of my favorite shoots to do is mommy and me! These are priceless images that show the love and beautiful connection...
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Celebrate Your Child's Second Birthday With A Paint and Splash Session!

January 27, 2021 - Why should one year old's have all the fun? Celebrate your child's second birthday with a "Paint and Splash" session. Th...
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Sitter Session Sale!

January 15, 2021 - Whether you had a newborn session, or missed it due to Covid, don't miss out on your Milestone sessions with your little...
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Valentine Mini Session Booking is Open!

January 13, 2021 - I offer mini sessions a few times a year, and it's that time again! I am currently offering Valentine Mini Sessions in m...
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Book Your Winter Newborn Session

September 24, 2020 - It's time to book your winter newborn session! Check one more thing off your "to-do" list and get in touch to get on my...
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Senior Portrait Sessions for the class of 2021

September 24, 2020 - It's been a wild year! This summer was better than I could have ever imagined. I have been able to work with so many new...
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Kick off to the 2021 Senior Portrait Season!

August 01, 2020 - It's one of the best times of year! It's "Senior Season"! There's a lot that is unknown about what the upcoming school y...
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Watermelon Mini Sessions!

July 01, 2020 - What better way to kick off the summer than with watermelon mini sessions? These were some of the cutest shoots I have d...
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Class of 2021, Now's The Time To Book Your Senior Session!

June 09, 2020 - It's here! Believe it or not, it's time for the class of 2021 to book those senior sessions! I am currently booking sess...
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Outdoor Headshots for Rochester, NY Law Firm

June 07, 2020 - The day after the Finger Lakes region started Phase 2 of reopening, I was fortunate to have a session with a local law f...
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Open For Business!

May 29, 2020 - It feels like an eternity since I have had photo shoots. It's always hard to have the normal "slow season", but to come...
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Celebrate Your Graduate With Cap and Gown Photos!

May 24, 2020 - The class of 2020 has been robbed of so much... the traditional senior rites of passage, and even the graduation ceremon...
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Give The Gift of Photos for Mother's Day! SALE!!!

April 30, 2020 - Mother's Day is one week away! Looking for the perfect Mother's Day gift this year? Look no further! I'm having a sale!...
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Planning For The Rainbow At The End Of This Storm

April 30, 2020 - What many thought would be a couple weeks, has turned into a couple months of social distancing and shut down of non-ess...
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I'm Still Booking Photo Shoots!

March 28, 2020 - The Covid-19 pandemic has closed all non-essential businesses for the time being. I am missing my work so much, but tryi...
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Ways Mistie Rawlings Photography Is Keeping Clients Healthy

March 12, 2020 - It's here. The Coronavirus has officially hit Rochester, NY. While this is extremely scary to many, it has not really ch...
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Taking Your Professional Game Up A Notch With New Headshots

March 02, 2020 - It's always so much fun to work with businesses and assist them in marketing their business with headshots. Today I had...
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Motherhood Portrait Sessions

February 26, 2020 - As a mom myself, I know that it's easy to make excuses for not being in photos. A bad hair day, no makeup, not dressed f...
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Winter Family Photo Session in Rochester, NY

February 19, 2020 - I recently heard that Rochester, NY has the highest snowfall recorded for this year, of anywhere in the US. While winter...
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Grow with me!

February 19, 2020 - One of the most rewarding aspects of my business is when families ask me to capture their beautiful families over and ov...
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A Civil Marriage Ceremony at the Beautiful Rochester City Hall

January 21, 2020 - I am not a wedding photographer. I don't claim to be one, and really don't want to get into shooting weddings. I do, how...
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Capturing Your Baby's First Year With Milestone Sessions

January 18, 2020 - Have you ever heard of a "Milestone Session"? Many photographers refer to them as "Sitter Sessions". They are the perfec...
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What Makes Your Business Unique? Personal Branding Is The Perfect Way To Show the World!

January 14, 2020 - I have had the opportunity to work with many entrepreneurs since starting this business, and I am always intrigued by th...
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Oh, What a Wonderful Year It Was!

January 02, 2020 - Goodbye 2019, and hello 2020! 2019 was an outstanding year for Mistie Rawlings Photography. I had the opportunity to pho...
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Time To Book Your Winter Newborn Session!

November 22, 2019 - Just a quick reminder to book your newborn session in your second trimester. I typically do newborn shoots on Wednesdays...
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Mini Session Madness

November 13, 2019 - It's the middle of November and Christmas photo season is in full swing! I have indoor "Milk and Cookie" Minis coming up...
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Holiday Mini Session Announcment!

September 20, 2019 - I have announced my first holiday mini session, and will be going live with my second next week. I will be hosting studi...
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Mini Sessions Coming Up!!

September 15, 2019 - It's that time of year! Mini session madness is about to begin! I am offering 2 different fall minis, and will be announ...
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Maternity Session at Highland Park's Sunken Gardens

August 03, 2019 - The Sunken Gardens at Highland Park in Rochester was the absolute perfect location for this stunning mama-to-be's matern...
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"The Best of Both Worlds" Senior Session

August 03, 2019 - Who says you have to choose country of city for your Senior Portrait Session? This beautiful Senior decided to have the...
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3rd Birthday Session

July 23, 2019 - One of the things I love most about my job is the ability to customize my shoots to match the personality and interests...
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Father's Day Shoot

June 13, 2019 - Buying gifts for my husband is always a challenge. One thing that is sure to be perfect for him for any occasion is phot...
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Newborn portrait session

June 04, 2019 - It seems like I have had so many newborn sessions with boys this past winter! It was so fun breaking out with some flowe...
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Business Branding Studio Session

April 19, 2019 - This past week I had the opportunity to work with another local entrepreneur, and do a branding session with her. It's s...
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Senior Rep Program Kick-Off!

March 26, 2019 - I am now accepting applications for Senior Reps from the class of 2020! What exactly does that mean? It means that I am...
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Mommy & Me Mini Sessions Coming Up!

March 22, 2019 - One of the most frequently requested mini-session offerings I get is "Mommy & Me". Well you ask, and I shall deliver. In...
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Newborn Portrait Session

March 15, 2019 - I typically like to shoot newborn sessions within the first 10 day or so of birth. Babies are more easily posed, sleepie...
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First session in the NEW STUDIO!

March 13, 2019 - It's done! I'm so excited to announce that I am officially open for business in my new space. It seemed like forever, bu...
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March Mini Sessions!

March 05, 2019 - It's March! We are nearing the end of winter and not only is spring almost here, but my new studio is just about finishe...
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Children's Studio Portrait Sessions

February 13, 2019 - Yesterday I had two studio sessions with two gorgeous baby girls. I have been itching to do some milk bath sessions, and...
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Class of 2020 Senior Portrait Event

February 01, 2019 - It's only February 1st, but it's not too early to start planning for SENIOR PORTRAITS! Last year was such a busy year fo...
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At Home Newborn Session in Penfield, NY

January 11, 2019 - This week has been a super busy week for me. I had two newborn sessions, and a cake smash for triplets. While that may n...
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Fresh 48 session

January 05, 2019 - If you've ever had a baby, you know that once your little one is born, you automatically fall in love, and this tiny lit...
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Christmas shoot at Pittsford Farms Dairy

December 20, 2018 - On mornings like this one, when the sun is out, there's no rain, and you're less than a week away from Christmas, it's a...
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Couple Shoot Downtown

December 16, 2018 - A month or so ago I photographed an event downtown and I was so inspired by the lighting at night that I was itching to...
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Family Christmas Session at Highland Park

December 05, 2018 - When my family came to town last weekend, they had just one request... photos for Christmas. I was happy to fulfill that...
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Family photo session in Pittsford, NY

November 27, 2018 - This past weekend I was fortunate enough to have a few extended family shoots. What better time than right after Thanksg...
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The First Snowy Sessions of the Year

November 26, 2018 - In Western New York, you just never know what the weather is going to be. We had an absolutely beautiful fall this year.
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Christmas Mini's Were A Success!

November 14, 2018 - Last Sunday morning I had the pleasure of photographing 10 families at my Christmas mini session event. The theme was "w...
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A Stroll in the Village of Pittsford- A Perfect Venue

November 07, 2018 - When trying to decide where you'd like to do your photo session, don't over think it! I have found that it's usually the...
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Football Themed Cake Smash

November 05, 2018 - First birthday's are occasions that are definitely meant to be celebrated. While some prefer to go low-key and just do a...
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Christmas Mini Sessions!

November 03, 2018 - After 2 previous mini-session attempts over the past month, that have both resulted in being rained out... I am excited...
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Now Booking Holiday Sessions!

October 17, 2018 - Yes, I know, it's October 17th, and some of us are just not ready for Christmas yet. But... if you are thinking of havin...
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Fall in New York!

October 17, 2018 - If you know me, you know that there's no question about what my favorite season is. It's fall all the way! I mean really...
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What a wonderful senior season!

October 09, 2018 - I would like to officially thank all of my amazing seniors and their parents for a wonderful senior season! It was my fi...
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Newborn photo session

October 09, 2018 - A little over a week ago I was fortunate enough to photograph the beautiful Mia Sophia! This little angel was just 7 day...
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Local Business Session

August 03, 2018 - A few months ago I met the owners of Laughing Gull Chocolates at a consultation meeting at their shop with another clien...
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Senior Session at Mendon Ponds Park

July 20, 2018 - I was very excited to photograph Joe at Mendon Ponds Park for a recent session. Lately most of my sessions have been wit...
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1st birthday farm session

July 11, 2018 - Earlier this week I had the opportunity to do a very cute, and fun session at a farm in Avon, NY. Three months ago I did...
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Senior Session at the George Eastman House

July 09, 2018 - When a client tells me she wants to book at session at the George Eastman house, I can't help but be thrilled! I mean ho...
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Rainbow Baby Newborn Session

June 23, 2018 - "Like the miracle of a rainbow after a storm".... Rainbow babies are such blessings. I was so fortunate to be able to ca...
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Thinking about booking a session? Here's what you should know...

June 05, 2018 - You have done your research, or maybe got a recommendation from a friend, but what should you know when you're ready to...
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Newborn Session

May 29, 2018 - On Thursday of last week, I had the honor of photographing Miss Vivian for her newborn session. What a little doll, and...
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Photo Shoot at the Lilac Festival

May 22, 2018 - Sunday was the last day of Rochester, New York's annual Lilac Festival at Highland Park. If you are a native to the Roch...
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Prom Photo Session

May 20, 2018 - Last night was Prom night! I had the opportunity to photograph Sierra and her fan club before she and her date left for...
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Sibling Sessions

May 15, 2018 - There is nothing sweeter than seeing the love between siblings. This spring I have done a few different family sessions,...
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New Senior Session Packages

May 05, 2018 - I recently updated my Senior Session Packages. I decided to create a more well-rounded menu, which offers sessions at mu...
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Taking Note of the Little Things

May 04, 2018 - Does your little one like to splash in puddles, play in the dirt, dance in her tutu, or play on the hay bails in your ba...
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Sweet Sixteen Party

April 15, 2018 - Last night I had the privilege of photographing a Sweet Sixteen Party for two beautiful best friends. The party was held...
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Mommy and Me Session coming up!

April 12, 2018 - I have written previous posts about how much it means to me to capture the love between a mother and her child. I am cur...
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Now booking Senior Sessions!

March 30, 2018 - It's that time of year! Time to start thinking about senior portraits! I am now booking appointments for senior sessions...
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Having a Party?

March 19, 2018 - You put all that effort into the decorations, guest list, food, and entertainment, but you haven't booked a photographer...
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