How to Display Your Family Photos: Making the Most of Your Professional Photo Session

You’ve just wrapped up a beautiful lifestyle family photo session. You felt the sunshine on your skin, laughed with your kids, and maybe even cried a little. Your gallery arrives and your heart swells—these are your people, your story, your love captured. But then… what next?

Too often, our most treasured images end up forgotten on a hard drive or tucked away in an online gallery. But your family photos are meant to be seen, felt, and lived with—not hidden in the cloud.

Here’s how to make the most of your professional family photos and turn them into meaningful pieces of your everyday life.

Your Family Photo Album: Why Make a Family Album

People are taking more pictures than ever, but they often get lost in the camera roll never to be seen again. That is why creating a physical or digital family album is one of the most meaningful ways to preserve memories, celebrate family history, and pass down stories to future generations.

Here are some reasons I believe it is important we keep the tradition of making family albums alive.

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8 Simple Tips for Organizing Your Digital Photos (So You Can Actually Enjoy Them)

As a lifestyle and family photographer, I know how quickly digital photos pile up. One moment you’re snapping a sweet photo of your kids on the porch—and before you know it, your phone has thousands of images, and you’re not sure where anything is.

You’re not alone. I hear this from families all the time:

"I want to make the most of these memories… but I don’t even know where to start."

If that’s you, here’s a gentle, doable guide to help you organize your digital photos—so the meaningful moments you’ve worked so hard to document don’t get lost in the scroll.

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Cozy In-Home Family Session in Durham, NC: Why Home Is the Perfect Backdrop

If you're looking for a Durham family photographer who specializes in capturing honest, connection-filled moments in the comfort of your home, you're in the right place. In-home family sessions are some of the most meaningful experiences I offer—and they create images that feel as real and unique as your family. Whether you're nestled in a historic home in Trinity Park or a cozy bungalow in Old West Durham, your home offers the perfect backdrop for timeless, emotive photography.

Meet Gigi: A Story of Joy, Faith, and Beating the Odds

Sweet Gigi was diagnosed at just 3 months old with agenesis of the corpus callosum, hydrocephalus, hearing loss, and developmental delays. But she has never let any of that define her. She’s the second oldest of five, full of joy, and always celebrating the little victories—like making her bed, making a friend, or making someone laugh with her contagious giggle

How to Have an Easy Family Photo Session with Two Little Ones

If you’re a parent of two little ones and the idea of a family photo session feels… stressful (read: chaos, bribes, and meltdowns), you’re not alone. I hear this all the time. But as a family photographer in Durham, NC, I promise—it doesn’t have to be painful. In fact, it can actually be easy, fun, and even a little magical.

The Childhood Portrait Series

Childhood is a blur of big feelings, wild imaginations, and fleeting in-between moments. One minute they’re climbing into your lap, the next they’re sprinting toward independence. And somewhere in the middle of all that—they’re becoming who they are. This fall, I’m opening the studio for a limited number of sessions to celebrate that beautiful, messy, magical in-between with The Childhood Portrait Series. These studio minis are simple, soulful, and full of personality.

Your Guide to a Fun & Easy Extended Family Photo Session in Chapel Hill

Real laughter, genuine connection, and the kind of photos your family will treasure for generations.

You know that moment when the whole family is finally in the same place—grandparents, siblings, grown kids, new babies, and cousins darting through the yard, barefoot and giggling? That’s rare. And if you’ve ever tried to capture it all in a quick phone snapshot, you’ve probably thought: “Next time, we need a real photo session.”

Why I Love Photographing Families at Blackwood Farm Park in Hillsborough, NC

If you’ve never been to Blackwood Farm Park in Hillsborough, NC, let me tell you—it’s a quiet, beautiful little spot that feels like stepping into a slower rhythm.

It’s one of my favorite places to photograph families and couples. The wide-open fields, the soft light, the old barns and fences… everything about it invites you to slow down and just be.

Why I Love Photographing Couples and Families at the Eno River

There’s something quietly magical about the Eno River.

Maybe it’s the way the light filters through the trees just before sunset, golden and soft. Or how the sound of the water makes everything feel slower, calmer, more connected. Over the years, it’s become one of my favorite places to photograph couples and families—not just because it’s beautiful (though it absolutely is), but because it invites a certain kind of presence. A way of being that feels grounded and real.

How to Have a Fun + Cool Family Session at Blackwood Farm Park (Yes, Even in the Summer Heat!)

Summer photo sessions at Blackwood Farm Park are such a treat. This beautiful park, tucked right between Hillsborough and Chapel Hill, has everything you need for a fun and relaxed session—big open fields, shady trails, a sweet old barn, and even a picnic shelter to cool off under. It’s one of my favorite local spots for summer family photos.

Why Doing Your Photo Session at the Eno River Is a Great Idea

If you’re looking for a beautiful, natural backdrop for your next family photo session, the Eno River might be just the place. Tucked into the heart of Durham, North Carolina, this serene stretch of woods and water offers more than just pretty scenery—it gives you space to slow down, connect, and create memories that feel like you.

Here’s why doing your photo session at the Eno River is such a great idea:

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Why Duke Gardens Is One of My Favorite Spots for Spring & Summer Family Photo Sessions in Durham, NC

As a Durham family photographer, one of the most common questions I get is, “Where should we do our family photo session?” And while there are so many beautiful spots in the Triangle, Duke Gardens always holds a special place in my heart—especially during the spring and summer months.

Capturing Family Moments in Wilmington: A Heartwarming Backyard Session with the Whole Crew

There's something truly special about returning to photograph a family a year later in the same setting, watching their story continue to unfold. This past session in Wilmington, NC, was one of those heartwarming reunions—a beautiful reminder of how much can change, and yet how much stays the same.

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5 ways to prepare for your family photoshoot with young children

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Eno River Family Photography Session

There’s something truly magical about capturing family moments in the heart of nature, and Eno River provided the perfect backdrop for this heartfelt session. Surrounded by towering trees, flowing water, and delicate wildflowers, this family of three—mom, dad, and their adventurous little one—embraced every moment. From exploring trails to splashing by the riverbank and marveling at the tiny wildflowers along the way, their connection and joy radiated through it all. This session was a celebration of nature’s beauty and the simple, timeless joy of being together outdoors.

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