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I’m Gina. Wife, Mom, Photographer, Teacher...nature lover, good book reader, shower singer, marshmallow roaster, and sheepdog wrangler. Here is where you'll find my thoughts on all things photography & creativity!

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We’ve all been there—you’re trying to connect with your kids over dinner or in the car, and all you get is the dreaded “fine” when you ask how their day went. Conversation over. Done. Pass the potatoes. Okay, confession: this blog post isn’t about shutter speeds, posing tips, or whether golden hour really is the […]

15 Fun Conversation Starters for Your Family After School or at Dinner

Families

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Why At-Home Photo Sessions Are the Best Thing Since… Well, Your Couch Let’s be real: getting the whole family dressed, out the door, and smiling in the same direction can feel like a military operation. (Except the general in this case is bribing with snacks, and the troops are threatening mutiny over itchy sweaters.) That’s […]

At-Home Sessions with a Hudson Valley Photographer

Families

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Welcoming a new baby is one of the most beautiful (if exhausting) milestones for a family—but when you’re planning a newborn session with a toddler, it can feel a little overwhelming. Toddlers are curious, active, and unpredictable (in the best way), and adding a brand-new sibling into the mix can stir up a wide range […]

Newborn Session with a Toddler: 10 tips for a successful session

Newborns

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GoPro Hero 13 vs. DJI Action 5: Which Adventure Camera Is Best for Your Family This Summer? When it comes to documenting family adventures, especially during summer travel, having a compact, durable camera that can keep up is a game changer. Whether you’re chasing toddlers through sprinklers, capturing your teen’s first surf lesson, or hiking […]

Best Action Camera for Families? I Have Thoughts

Families

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Documenting Your Summer Adventures Summer’s the season of sunshine, spontaneity, and stories to remember. Whether you’re heading to the beach, camping under the stars, road-tripping with your crew, or just soaking up long evenings in the backyard with the fireflies, summer is filled with moments that deserve to be documented. But you don’t need a […]

How to Take Great Photos This Summer: 5 quick tips

Creativity

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The Simple Beauty of Elopements in the Hudson Valley There’s something truly special about ditching the big wedding and opting for something more intimate. In the Hudson Valley, that kind of magic comes easy. With its rolling hills, cozy small towns, and jaw-dropping natural views, this area is basically made for meaningful, no-fuss celebrations. Hudson […]

Hudson Valley Elopements

Elopements

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Let’s be honest: when it comes to putting our businesses or services front and center, that usually goes hand in hand with putting ourselves out there, too. For some, that can be an uncomfortable feeling. But, when you’ve put so much heart and soul into building your brand and identity as an expert in your […]

Connecticut Branding Photographer | 5 Impacts of Personal Brands

Personal Branding

So long hazy summer days; hello golden light of fall! Unless you’re a photographer or in retail, early fall is often a slower time that allows for some retooling and behind the scenes work. It’s a chance for small businesses to update their branding and think about ways to connect authentically with their audience. So, […]

Personal Branding Tips for Fall (or any season)

Personal Branding

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12 Tips for Better Mobile Photos NOW

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The best camera is the one that's with you. And, for most of us, that's usually our phones. Level up your mobile photography game with these 12 tips to help you capture more engaging images.

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