The ISO setting in your camera is a measurement of the sensitivity of your camera to light. It is measured as an exposure index (or EV). The higher the camera ISO setting, the more sensitive your camera will be to light and the less light you will need for a good exposure. If you want […]

What is Aperture? An Overview of Common Aperture Settings and Their Uses The aperture, as a camera setting, refers to the size of the opening in front of the film or sensor. The camera aperture and depth of field can be wide opened or closed down. There are many different types of apertures that you […]

Shutter speed is a mechanical device that opens and closes to controls the length of time that a shutter is open when taking a photo. It’s one factor in how much light gets into the camera and onto the sensor, which can affect how bright or dark your photos are. In this blog post, we’ll […]

As you start planning for your kids’ lunches, try to think of foods that are easy for them to eat. While soup and chicken dinners might seem great for you when you prepare your own lunch with leftovers, these aren’t easy or convenient for kids to eat in the cafeteria. Here are some healthy foods […]

Congrats on deciding to purchase your first (or upgrade your current!) DSLR camera. Not to worry if you are a true novice – in this post, we will discuss what DSLR stands for, if you need a DSLR camera, and how to purchase one! When starting to research a purchase like this, it’s easy to […]

Visuals play a crucial role in how you portray your personal brand to your customers and clients. It’simportant to remember that customers shop with their eyes and will often make decisions based ontheir first impression of someone. Personal branding involves influencing the way potential customers see you and view your products orservices, which is why […]

The following are tips for improving your personal brand. A personal brand is a combination of skills, expertise, and personality and how you present them on different platforms is important. For entrepreneurs, a personal brand is everything, but how do youknow if you’re doing enough? Here are a few ways that you can boost your […]

5 Things to Look For In a Personal Branding Photographer Looking for a personal branding photographer? Branding photographer, what to look for. So you’ve started marketing yourself and your career in your own unique way. You want your personal brand to come across as exciting, engaging, and different from the rest of your competition. You […]

Fun Alternatives for Displaying Your Photos Displaying your photos is so important. Amazing photos deserve an equally amazing display but this doesn’t mean you always have to use a traditional frame to showcase them in your home. Below is some inspiration for deciding how to display your favorite memories. If your home décor is very […]

Guide to Professional Photos Restrictions  Your guide to professional photos in an easy to understand way. The photos that a photographer hands over to you are part of their life’s work. It has their name or branding so there are a few important restrictions to note when it comes to the professional digital images that […]

Unique Session Ideas You’ll Love There is nothing quite like capturing memories with your loved ones. Are you someone who enjoys taking beautiful pictures of you and your family?  Then you are probably always on the lookout for inspiration for your next photo session. Below are some unique photo ideas that you’ll love. Family history. Are […]

Surviving a Family Session Surviving your family session. How to make your next family photo session a stress free one. Family photos are truly timeless and such a great keepsake for future generations.  Getting the family together to take those perfect portraits can turn into chaos if not approached correctly. There is usually a lot more […]

How to Find the Perfect Photo Shoot Location  Choosing a photo shoot location might seem like a big deal but it really doesn’t have to be difficult. A location usually drives some of the other decisions you will need to make about your shoot so it’s important to choose the right place. Here are a […]

I usually do not add props to my sessions, my style is simple and minimalistic, but here are some tips if you have a session and wish to include some props. Choosing the Right Props for Your Next Photo Session Have you ever thought about adding props to your photo sessions? Props can add interest, […]

Tips for Beautiful Fall or Winter Photos  There is a special kind of magic that comes with outdoor, winter photo sessions. The snow lightly falling and icicles hanging from the branches create a lovely backdrop for any photo session. Here are some tips to make your winter or fall photo sessions go smoothly. 

Top 5 Tips for Making a Photo Session with Kids Easier. Don’t stress out about your portrait session. Here are 5 great tips on getting your kids to prepare you kids for your session.

Wall Art Displays – Taking the stress out of displaying your portraits Wall art displays can be difficult to imagine and put together.  Have you ever purchased a large portrait to hang on your wall, but once it arrived you found out it is way to small for the space? Let’s be honest, it is […]

What to expect? You know you want a photography session, but not sure what to expect. In this post I hope to ease your mind and explain what will happen from the moment you contact me to the delivery of your products. My goal is to make the process as simple as possible for you, […]

What to wear, the number one question I get asked the most is. I get it, you want to look your best in your pictures. I don’t blame you. Photography is an investment and you want your family looking their best. What to wear | Philadelphia photographer What to wear?  Here are my suggestions. You […]

Hi! I’m Elise a lifestyle newborn and family photographer and videographer who focuses on capturing the authentic moments of my families. My images highlights the tiny details of a newborn to the organic natural moments of a family. My goal is to document you with your family now to be treasured for life. A little […]