Welcome to my little corner of the internet! This blog is where I share helpful tips for planning your photography sessions, location ideas around Raleigh and Johnston County, and real client sessions from the studio and outdoors. Whether you're expecting a baby, planning family photos, or celebrating your little one's milestones, you'll find inspiration and guidance to help make your session feel relaxed, fun, and meaningful.
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Welcome to my little corner of the internet! This blog is where I share helpful tips for planning your photography sessions, location ideas around Raleigh and Johnston County, and real client sessions from the studio and outdoors. Whether you're expecting a baby, planning family photos, or celebrating your little one's milestones, you'll find inspiration and guidance to help make your session feel relaxed, fun, and meaningful.
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Raleigh Spring Mini Sessions | Limited 2026 Dates at Two Beautiful Locations If you’ve been thinking about updating your family photos, these Raleigh spring mini sessions are the perfect opportunity. Spring in Raleigh is one of the most beautiful times of year for photos — flowers are blooming, trees are full and green, and the […]

Best Locations for Your Spring Family Session | Raleigh Photography Locations Spring is one of the most beautiful times of year for family photos here in North Carolina. After the quiet winter months, everything starts coming back to life — the grass turns green again, trees fill out with fresh leaves, and flowers begin blooming […]

What to Wear for Spring Family Photos in Raleigh, NC Spring in Raleigh, NC is truly one of the most beautiful times of year for family photos. The weather starts to warm up, but it’s not humid and sticky like summer yet. The grass turns green again, trees fill out, and blooms start popping up. […]

Lifestyle vs. Studio Newborn Sessions: What’s the Difference and Which is Right for You? One of the most common questions I get from new parents is: What’s the difference between a lifestyle newborn session and a studio newborn session? And honestly, it’s a great question because they offer two totally different vibes, and I love […]

NC State Senior Session | Raleigh Senior PhotographerGolden light, campus charm, and one seriously sweet grad ✨ NC State Senior Session | Raleigh Senior Photographer Senior year is such a huge moment—and celebrating it with a photo session is always a good idea! I recently had the BEST time with Toni, a gorgeous and confident […]

Smithfield Photographer Sweet + Smiley: A 6-Month Milestone Session in Smithfield, NCA “½ Dozen” donut theme for one adorable baby girl! 🍩✨ There’s something so special about that 6-month milestone—full of big smiles, wobbly sitting, and a personality that’s really starting to shine! This sweet baby girl totally stole the show at her milestone session […]

Why You Should Book a Cake Smash Session for Your One-Year-OldSmithfield Photography Studio Your baby is turning ONE—cue the tears, the confetti, and of course… the cake! 🎂 A cake smash session is the perfect way to celebrate your little one’s first big milestone, and if you’re near Raleigh or Smithfield, NC, my cozy smithfield […]

Hey mama! I am Claire a newborn and family photographer and this is why I think you should hire a Raleigh fresh 48 photographer. Those first hours after your baby is born are pure magic, aren’t they? You’re staring at this brand new little person thinking how is this baby actually mine? The tiny fingers. […]
