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Allison Patel 10/11/22 Allison Patel 10/11/22

What is “Lifestyle Photography?” Photographer Lingo, Explained

What exactly IS Lifestyle Photography? What does it mean, and how fancy should you make your accent while in a lifestyle photography session? I’ll tell you.

Allison Patel 10/4/22 Allison Patel 10/4/22

7 Easy Ideas for Planning Extended Family Photo Sessions this Holiday Season

With some intentionality, you can incorporate a photography session into your extended family holiday celebration. Here are 7 tips for making it easier.

Allison Patel 9/13/22 Allison Patel 9/13/22

What to Wear for Fall Family Photos

Are the outfit options keeping you from booking family photos this fall? I can help!

Allison Patel 8/30/22 Allison Patel 8/30/22

School’s Back in Session: 3 Ways You Can Document Your Family This Year

I’d argue that September is a better time to set new goals for your family than January. Set a goal of documenting your family this year, and read my three easy ways to hit that goal.

Allison Patel 8/23/22 Allison Patel 8/23/22

8 Ways to Document Your Family Vacation

When you’re ready to go on your next trip, I can help you document and make the most of your photos. Here are 8 ways to document your family vacation.

Allison Patel 8/16/22 Allison Patel 8/16/22

Family Photos Are More than Baby Photos

If you stop documenting your kids when they’re babies, you’re missing out on a lot of small days that deserve to be remembered. Family photos are more than just baby photos.

Allison Patel 8/2/22 Allison Patel 8/2/22

Why You Don’t Want Family Photos Now

Do you notice your mom’s “extra pounds” in old photos with you as a kid? What makes you think your kids will notice your weight now? And yet you’re waiting for some change in your appearance before you plan family photos.

Allison Patel 7/26/22 Allison Patel 7/26/22

“You Can Just Photoshop That:” 5 Things I Refuse to Edit in Photos

There are some things I refuse to edit out of photos, because editing them would go against the goal of natural, authentic family photography. Here are five of those things I refuse to edit.

Allison Patel 7/12/22 Allison Patel 7/12/22

I Don’t Include Digital Photos in the Session Fee. Here’s Why.

There’s nothing worse than putting down a lot of money for a not-quite-sure thing, and having your worst fears come true. I don’t make you pay for everything up front. Here’s what I do instead.

Allison Patel 7/8/22 Allison Patel 7/8/22

Why I Do What I Do

After a brief existential crisis, I’ve rediscovered why I do what I do, and why Allison Patel Photography exists. And I’m here to reiterate it in no uncertain terms.