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Allison Patel 9/6/22 Allison Patel 9/6/22

5 Questions to Ask When You’re Pregnant

We don’t know what we don’t know when we’re experiencing pregnancy for the first time. Here are 5 general questions to ask of your care provider or in your own internet searching.

Allison Patel 8/9/22 Allison Patel 8/9/22

5 Questions to Ask a Richmond Newborn Photographer

If you’ve never been pregnant before, how do you know what questions to ask, or who to ask them? Here are five questions to ask a newborn photographer before you hire them.

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“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.

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Regret and Relief in Maternity Photography

Two unsolicited texts from friends have prompted me to reflect on how hard it is to find a photographer when you’re pregnant. Read my texts, reflect on some angst, and learn what I wish I could have done when I was pregnant.

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You Are Enough for the Photograph

You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to be in it, with them. You are enough for the photograph.

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At Home vs. RVA Park: A Quiz for Your Photo Session

Which is better for your photo session: at home or at an RVA park? Take this quiz and find out!

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2021 Connections and 2022 Intentions

It's time to say goodbye to 2021, but before I do, I want to show you my favorite family, maternity, and newborn images from 2021.

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My favorite Richmond photo spots: a rerun

I have updated a post about my favorite fall locations to photograph in Richmond, and linked it here.