Summer on Long Island is nothing short of magical – the sun-kissed shores, the gentle breeze, and the sparkling ocean make it the perfect backdrop for capturing beautiful moments with your loved ones. Whether you’re celebrating a family milestone, capturing the love between you and your partner, or simply making memories to last a lifetime, my Summer Beach Mini Sessions on Long Island are the perfect way to do it.

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A child’s First Communion is a momentous occasion. It marks not just a spiritual milestone, but also a key moment in their growth and development. As a parent or loved one, you’ll want to capture the beauty and significance of this special day, but the question is: Should you rely on a DIY approach or hire a professional photographer? Here are some compelling reasons why booking a professional photographer for your child’s communion portraits is a smart decision.

I absolutely adore maternity sessions and will never tire of them. Unfortunately, many women skip this milestone session and this is so very sad to me. Pregnancy is a time that is fleeting and that you will one day want to look back on. Whether this is your first baby or your last, you should definitely book a maternity session to document this special stage in your family’s journey together.

The first birthday is a milestone that all new parents look forward to and with good reason. That first year goes by so fast and in the blink of an eye, your little one is well on his way to becoming a toddler. I love the first birthday milestone because babies are still snuggly and it is the perfect time to update your family portraits. Babies have so much personality at this age and I can really hone in and focus on all of those little details that uniquely make up his/her disposition.

Look…we all know it..mothers are incredible! Moms are the foundation upon which a family rests. Not only does a mother literally grow and birth a child, but she will also raise and care for that child with every fiber of her being. Not matter what your role or profession is in life, when you become a mother, it is the most important role of your life. I know how much being a mom and having children means to you and I am here to tell you that your story and your love for your family is worth being documented. A motherhood session will preserve this these memories for you.

Children’s portrait sessions are so much fun. I photograph a lot of Communions, first birthdays and Sweet 16’s, but rarely get a chance to do something as fun as this recent dance session. My client, with whom I have worked with many times before, wanted to schedule a fun and unique dance portrait session for her daughters. Her daughters both competitively dance and although their dance studio offers photo services, she wanted a session that was outdoors, as opposed to captured on a studio backdrop. I loved this idea and was excited to capture this moment for her girls.

I adore the six month milestone. Babies have so much personality at this phase and it is such a great time to capture a family’s bond. Some families come back to me after their newborn session to schedule a six month old family session and others schedule this session in lieu of a newborn session.

A question I often hear as a family photographer here in Long Island for over a decade now, is how often should I schedule family portraits? I have met many families during this time and I see many of them annually for updated photos, but is it necessary to have photos taken annually? As a mom and photographer, I can tell you the answer is, yes. I schedule photos for my own family every year and plan on doing so annually. I realize that for some, this may not be realistic, so I am going to go through some suggestions about when to schedule photos and why you should continue to do so.

Today is a mild Winter day here in Long Beach, NY. We are just a few short weeks away from the Spring season and I am ready for it. Spring is a busy time of year in the photography industry. Clients are looking for a portrait photographer for a wide array of occasions ranging from Communion portraits to Mommy and Me photos. I love this season because I capture a diverse range of clients and each session is unique.

A first birthday is a milestone that is often photographed. The first birthday session is a popular session in my studio. This is for good reasons. The first birthday is a time in your child’s life that is perfect for updated portraits and many families want photos to capture this stage of childhood.

There is not much that you need to do to prepare for a first birthday or cake smash photo session. However, I do have a few tips to help you properly book your photo session.

Your child’s First Holy Communion is such a special milestone and is one that should be properly documented. These photos are far from the rigid and traditional posed photos of years past. Instead, the focus of my communion portrait sessions is on capturing candid and natural images of your child, as well as beautiful and artistic images that encapsulate this very special milestone. Most clients choose the church as the setting for these images and I just love the dramatic natural light that a church provides for portraits. I also make sure to capture plenty of images that allow for a child's whimsical nature to shine through.

The first birthday is such a special milestone. Your baby has grown so much over the past twelve months and you want to document this special moment. I love photographing babies at this age. They have such big personalities and are so much fun to photograph. While I offer several options for first birthday portrait sessions, the most popular session is the studio birthday photo session.

When most people think of first birthday photos, the first thing that comes to mind is an elaborate set and a cake smash. I enjoy those studio sessions very much. In fact, I capture many first birthday portraits in my Long Beach photography studio. I love the creative side of planning, designing and building a set. I also love to photograph a baby on these sets, gleefully making a mess with cake. The photos always make me smile and I know that families cherish those type of images.

Your baby is about to turn one and you are considering a birthday portrait session for your little one. Cake smash sessions are a fun and joyful way to commemorate the milestone of your baby’s first birthday. These birthday sessions are amongst my favorite to photograph. I wanted to take a moment to go over a few tips I have accumulated over the past ten years as a first birthday photographer.

I recently renovated the Long Beach studio space and I am so in love with it. I wanted the space to have an earthy and natural look to it and be one that allows for natural and relaxed lifestyle images. When decorating with photography in mind, I try my best to incorporate an array of textures. Adding texture adds dimension to images. Although I incorporated some earthy textures like rattan and green plants, the studio is a very neutral space that allows for bright and airy images.

Your child’s First Holy Communion is such a special milestone and is one that should be properly documented. These photos are far from the rigid and traditional posed photos of years past. Instead, the focus of my communion portrait sessions is on capturing candid and natural images of your child, as well as beautiful and artistic images that encapsulate this very special milestone. Most clients choose the church as the setting for these images and I just love the dramatic natural light that a church provides for portraits. I also make sure to capture plenty of images that allow for a child's whimsical nature to shine through.

The weather here on Long Island has been amazing this month. With the exception of a few cold days, the weather has been in the upper 50s to 60s. In fact, I haven’t been cold once for any of my outdoor sessions and I am ALWAYS cold. I am not complaining because the frigid winter weather is right around the corner.

I often take on personal projects. This allows me the creative opportunity to explore new locations, lighting and posing that helps me to be a better photographer. During my busy season, it is really difficult to find the time to do so, but when my daughter asked for a photoshoot, I couldn’t say no. She loves having her photos taken and I love capturing her in a way that is authentic to her personality.

I swear…I feel as though I blinked my eyes and it is now the end of August. It has been an amazing Summer. The weather has been gorgeous. I traveled with my family to various New England locations. Best of all, I was able to photograph some former clients and meet new ones.