It’s almost here! Halloween is a perfect time of year to let your kids let loose and help even the most reserved child explore their personalities with the help of a costume. All you need to do is to have your camera on hand to capture the action, with the help of some spooky surroundings […]

Halloween is probably the one time of year where your kids are going to cooperate when it comes to having their photos taken. They’ll want to play dress up, smile, laugh, and generally are great subjects – so take advantage by getting lots of photos of your kids this Halloween. We’ve put together a great […]

With all the leaves and fantastic colors of fall, it’s no wonder that this season is a favorite for family and child photographers. So what should you do when planning to take kid’s photos in the fall? We have a few ideas for you to test. Kid’s Photo Idea #1: Beautiful Backgrounds Fall colors are […]

If you happen to be visiting the area, or are lucky enough to live there, here are some suggestions on where you can go to find great photography locations. Bronx River Parkway Reservation Westchester’s oldest park, is an 807-acre paved linear park that was opened in 1925. Featuring ponds, footbridges, a beautiful trees and shrubs […]

Ah, Christmas lights – is there anything better? How about photos of your kids and Christmas lights? Unfortunately, many photographers have tried taking photos of Christmas lights only to find that it is difficult to get a good exposure, particularly with people involved. Let’s try to find a way to work around these difficulties – […]

Are you considering a new camera in order to embrace the joys of child photography? There are so many options now when it comes to cameras that it may be hard to make a decision – particularly if you are trying to decide between a standard compact camera (or point-and-shoot) and a more complex DSLR […]

Have you ever taken some photos on a nice, sunny day and wondered why they don’t look great? Few people know that there are actually ideal times of the day for photography, where you will get better images. The next time you are planning a children’s photography session, try to schedule it for the following […]

Having a professional photoshoot is a fabulous idea if you want gorgeous, timeless photos of your family to hang on your wall, or to give to friends and family. Before you head out to your photoshoot, spend a bit of time planning your wardrobe to ensure that you get the best family and kids’ photography […]

So, how’s your week so far? Did you get a chance to read Part I and Part II of this series? If not, take a moment to head over there and catch up. When you’re ready, here’s the final part of the series: 13. Focus and Drag (or Focus Lock) Helps You know by now […]

You’ve probably seen high key photography before, even if you haven’t realized it. High key basically equals white; the use of bright light to give you nothing but highlights and no shadows. Besides being beautiful, high key portraits of kids tend to look positive, happy, and upbeat. Getting Started with High Key Children’s Photography If […]