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Jill Smith
May 1, 20232 min read
FAQ "When Will I Get My Photos?"
As a photographer, delivering stunning and high-quality images to my clients is one of the most important aspects of my job. I understand...
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Jill Smith
May 1, 20231 min read
FAQ: When Should I Book My Family Photos?
The best time to schedule a family photo session in the Sullivan County Catskills can depend on a few factors, such as the season, my...
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Jill Smith
May 1, 20232 min read
FAQ "What if My Kid Won't Behave?"
As a parent, you know that kids can be unpredictable. You might be worried about how your children will behave during your upcoming...
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Jill Smith
May 1, 20231 min read
FAQ "What Happens if it Rains?"
If it rains on the day of your family photo session, it can be disappointing, but it doesn't necessarily mean that the session needs to...
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Jill Smith
Apr 2, 20232 min read
Displaying Your Simple Studio Portraits
You had your studio session, your photos have been delivered. Now what? Break the cycle of letting your photos live on your hard drive....
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Jill Smith
Mar 18, 20231 min read
FAQ: What to Wear for Your Motherhood Session
Figuring out what to wear for your Motherhood Session is probably a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be! No matter your style or...
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Jill Smith
Mar 17, 20232 min read
All About Baby Plans
So what's this all about? Baby Plans are customized multi-session packages with your baby's first year in mind! Start with booking a...
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Jill Smith
Mar 13, 20234 min read
FAQ: Which Type of Newborn Session is Right For You?
As a person born in the 80s, who grew up in the 90s, I love those choose your fighter memes that are so popular right now. But what if...
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Jill Smith
Mar 13, 20234 min read
What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag
Packing your hospital bag before you give birth is a refined art, and the most apropos introduction to motherhood for first timers. It's...
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Jill Smith
Feb 12, 20231 min read
What Goes Into a Motherhood Session?
What I think makes my Motherhood Sessions so popular is the experience. You start off with professional hair and makeup in my studio by...
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Jill Smith
Feb 12, 20231 min read
The Truth Behind the Unposed
As much as I love the "unposed" look, what actually happens behind the camera is actually anything but unposed. I fully understand that...
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Jill Smith
Feb 12, 20231 min read
Want to Book an Engagement Session?
While I do not typically work with couples and have stopped taking weddings completely, these are specialties for my associate Yahaira....
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Jill Smith
Feb 12, 20231 min read
The Best Time of Year for Family Photos
What time of year is best for family photos? I think that all depends! Spring in The Catskills is a magical time of year. We have similar...
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Jill Smith
Feb 12, 20231 min read
Downtown Winter Maternity Session
Corinne contacted me a while back with a unique idea for her maternity session. She wanted that downtown, Hallmark winter vibe....
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Jill Smith
Feb 12, 20231 min read
Why In Home?
Every in home session is so beautifully unique. Hallmarked by the details of your home, design choices in the nursery and four legged...
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Jill Smith
Feb 12, 20231 min read
When Your Newborn is a Little Older
Whenever it's possible, newborn studio sessions should take place during the first two weeks of life. This is because after that, baby is...
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Jill Smith
Feb 12, 20231 min read
What to Expect When You Hire Me
My aim for each and every session is to create a relaxed, friendly environment for all children and families, when I arrive I will spend...
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Jill Smith
Feb 12, 20231 min read
Preparing For Your Mini Session
You are booked in, deposit paid and your shoot date confirmed or newborn arrival penciled in, now you are wondering what the process is...
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Jill Smith
Feb 12, 20231 min read
The Exposure Triangle: ISO
The grand finale of the triangle is ISO. If you ever shot a film camera, you might remember that each roll of film had its own ISO. This...
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Jill Smith
Feb 12, 20231 min read
The Exposure Triangle: Shutter Speed
So you know all about aperture. Now it's time to move onto shutter speed. So we know that shutter speed is just that. The speed that your...
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