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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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While my first love is definitely in-home photo shoots, there is something so magical about families outdoors in pretty light. I’m always up for a new adventure if there is a place that is special to a particular family. But, for those other times when families would like me to suggest some options, there are […]

Family Photo Location: what to look for

Families

Two young sisters in pink dresses laughing in an open field.

As photographers, we’re often asked for photography gear recommendations. What cameras and lenses and gear do I use…or use most often? I wish I could say there’s a magic bullet for making images compelling. But, there’s not. Don’t get me wrong, the gear is awesome…and I can do things with my my current camera bodies […]

Photography Gear Recommendations

Creativity

I originally wrote this post in 2020 when I was trying to think of creative activities to keep my kids occupied during quarantine. However, when I look back at my original list, there are so many great ideas for any downtime at home – quarantine DEFINITELY not required. Whether you or your kids are home […]

25 activities to keep your kids and family occupied

Family Fun

mother father and two children roast marshmallows around a solo stove

Some of you might not know this, but in my life away from my camera, I am also a teacher. With the weight of the world completely upended in recent months because of the COVID-19 pandemic, many of our country’s children are isolated at home without enough food. These kids rely on school breakfasts and […]

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Almost full moon rising over river and bridge lit with blue lights.

I was put on bedrest for the last trimester of my pregnancy with our twins, so I honestly didn’t even give a thought to newborn photos. At least not until that final (and unplanned) trip to the hospital. True story: I touched up my toenail polish before I would let us leave. My husband thought […]

Why Natural Newborn Photos Are Better

Newborns

Photo of newborn baby sleeping, with feet in focus.

So, I mostly carry one of my cameras around with me at all times. Lately, that’s usually been my Sony a7iii because it’s just so easy to travel with & I just plain love that thing! Buuut, if you’re not nuts like me and toting around a big camera everywhere you go, you’re likely using […]

iPhone Photography Tips for Parents

Creativity

Any boy moms out there? I’m raising my hand right along with you. Raising boys in today’s world is an interesting balancing act. We must teach them resolve and determination and conviction, while also shining a bright light on kindness and compassion and gentleness. None of these traits is more important than the other. However, […]

Raising Boys Today

Families

Tarrytown, Pierson Park, Hudson River, family photographer, boy mom, tweens, single mom

When you have your first, you document your pregnancy. You do the beautiful maternity session with lovely flowing dresses and the quiet. You schedule the newborn session months in advance to make sure you have the time blocked off. You call the pediatrician every time there’s a sniffle…well, maybe not every time. Basically, you do […]

No. 2 – family photographer in Westchester NY

Families

Sleepy Hollow, family photographer, westchester photographer, big sister, maternity, black and white photo

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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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