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Allison Patel 12/19/23 Allison Patel 12/19/23

The Gift I Gave Myself (And What I’ll Do Differently Next Time)

I gifted myself a finished project for Christmas - our family photo book, from 2022. Finally done. Here’s what I’ll do differently next year, to make it easier for me. (And how I can make it easier for you.)

Allison Patel 12/12/23 Allison Patel 12/12/23

My Big Holiday Photo Tip

What’s my one big holiday photo tip? Plan ahead on how you’ll get into the photos with your kids. Here are some tips on how to do that.

Allison Patel 12/5/23 Allison Patel 12/5/23

Time As a Conveyor Belt

Picture time as a conveyor belt, and try not to freak out. It’s not about stopping the conveyor belt. It’s about deciding what’s important.

Allison Patel 11/28/23 Allison Patel 11/28/23

Baby Turns One - An At-Home Photo Session in Midlothian

I’ve photographed this family from maternity, through newborn, and now at toddlerhood. A lighthearted post full of baby smiles and documented milestones at home in Midlothian, VA.

Allison Patel 11/21/23 Allison Patel 11/21/23

Behind the Scenes of a Holiday Tips Article

I wrote an article for Richmond Family Magazine. Here’s the behind the scenes from that, and a link to the article that you can read before the holidays arrive!

Allison Patel 11/14/23 Allison Patel 11/14/23

How I Prepped My Kids for A Family Photo Session

A preparation guide before your session is great, but do you want to see how I get my own kids ready for family photos at home? Here’s a peek behind the curtain.

Allison Patel 11/7/23 Allison Patel 11/7/23

Why I Don’t Just Give You All the Pictures

Once upon a time, there was a mom who wanted desperately to have family photos done. She needed a fairy godmother who could wave a wand and make the work disappear.

Allison Patel 10/31/23 Allison Patel 10/31/23

7 Quick Tips for Costume Photos

Seven quick tips for taking photos of your kids in costume. (Pro tip: number seven might be the one to start with!)

Allison Patel 10/24/23 Allison Patel 10/24/23

Mini Sessions That are Actually Convenient

Most mini sessions are inconvenient. These are in your yard or on your porch, when your family is in town. What better way to get three generations of your family into a photo?

Allison Patel 10/17/23 Allison Patel 10/17/23

Trigger Warning: Pregnancy Loss

October is Infant and Pregnancy Loss Awareness Month. Here’s my story, and an open invitation to share yours.