Category Archives: Families

Getting Natural Smiles Out of Kids (and dads!)

Sometimes for children (and dads), it can be like pulling teeth to get a real smile with true emotions. Here are some tips for parents who take photos of children and need help capturing real smiles: No Cheese While saying “cheese” will make the corners of your mouth turn up, it doesn’t get the rest...

Favorite Summer Locations

Poppie Studios shoots primarily throughout the Tallahassee, Florida area. Tally provides a huge variety of backdrops for engagement and formal photos, family portraits, senior portraits and weddings. I’m always open to trying new locations and would love to hear your ideas and suggestions, but here are some of my favorite areas that I love to...

Daddy & Me Sessions

Poppie Studios is currently offering Daddy & Me sessions, what a great Father’s Day gift! Between May 15 and June 1, 2015 you can book this special session for just $150. You know he’d love photos for his office at work, from desktop frames to wall canvases that really showcase the love he has for...

What I Love About Newborn Sessions

Having been a newborn photographer for a little over four years, I’ve learned quite a few things. But the most important thing I’ve learned is: a successful session is more than beautiful photos. A successful session is one during which baby sleeps well, mom and dad are comfortable and we all feel excited about the...

Tips for Photographing Pets

Our pets play a big part in our lives, so it’s no surprise that pet photography has really taken off. While a professional session will yield some beautiful, dramatic shots, you too can use your creativity to capture some striking photographs as well.   Relax Animals pick up on emotions very easily so if you’re...

Special: Custom Birth Announcements

Every baby is precious and it’s my goal that every birth announcement I create for my clients truly captures the sense of hope and love that new parents experience. The most important element of any birth announcements is, of course, the photo. With a Newborn Photo Session, I can set the mood appropriately to coordinate...

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