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  • Webster NY 9 Month Baby Photography ~ Tracy & Joe

    Debra Wallace

    Webster NY 9 Month Baby Photography ~ Tracy & Joe Tracy and Joe are flying through their baby bundle. Adam was born yesterday and he’s already nine months old. The great thing about baby bundles is that you’ll hit some beautiful weather at some point during the year. Adam’s newborn session took place inside because

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  • Corbetts Glen Candid Family Photography ~ Susan & Martin

    Debra Wallace

    Corbetts Glen Candid Family Photography ~ Susan & Martin Sue requested a more candid look to their family portraits this fall, which made me a little nervous since some people say that and then when they look at their proofs realize they actually wanted more traditional images.  Sue did not fall in that category.  She

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  • Top 5 Indoor Locations for Portrait Photography in Rochester NY

    Debra Wallace

    Top 5 Indoor Locations for Portrait Photography in Rochester NY We all know that Rochester is a great place to raise a family, but it is not a great place for outdoor portraits in February (unless you’re willing to turn a little pink for your family portraits like Kristine and Ken). A very commonly asked

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  • Plan your session!

    Debra Wallace

    If you’re not the planning type, don’t let the word scare you – planning a portrait session involves three main components.  Click on the images for some inspiration!       Loading…

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  • Style ~ How to Get the Most Out of Your Portrait Session

    Debra Wallace

    by Debra Wallace There are three main components to a portrait session and they are: ● Location ● Clothing  ● Style  My daughter was born with enough personality for three people. Melody circa 2008 (age 2) She’s feisty, free spirited, and creative – and pretty much has been straight out of the gate.  If an image portrays

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  • Clothing ~ Choosing Clothing for your Portraits, How to Get the Most out of your Portrait Session

    Debra Wallace

    You’ve taken the time out of your life, coordinated different schedules, and paid a sitting fee so you want everything to go perfectly.  While you can’t guarantee a perfect outcome, there are definitely things you can do to tip the odds in your favor.  There are three main decisions to make when preparing for a

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  • Location ~ How to Choose a Great Location ~ Getting the Most out of Your Portrait Session

    Debra Wallace

      Choosing a location for your portraits is an important part of planning your session.  Below are some ideas and some things to consider. 1.  The location is beautiful.  Most people choose locations just because they appreciate the beauty.  Some favorite locations of mine are: the University of Rochester Campus Tinker Nature Park in Henrietta

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  • Danielle & Larry ~ Brighton NY family photography in the winter

    Debra Wallace

    by Debra Wallace January is not a popular on location photography month.  Things are really quiet and it’s nice to have a little bit of a breather.  However, should you be itching for some photographic goodness, snow is no reason to hold back!  There happen to be many studio-less winter options available. Danielle and Larry

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  • How it All Comes Together ~ In Home Professional Newborn Portraits in Rochester, NY and Ithaca, NY

    Debra Wallace

    by Debra Wallace It would only be too early to plan your newborn session if you’re not yet pregnant.  If you’ve got that covered, today is the day to get some things checked off your preparations-for-baby list!  On the other hand, if you’ve already had the baby, it’s not too late either.  Contact me and

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  • 6 Helpful Tips for Capturing Your Belly ~ Creative Maternity Photography, Rochester, NY

    Debra Wallace

    by Debra Wallace If your stomach is anything like mine, it may soon resemble a deflated air mattress.  Before that happens, be sure to create some photographic memories so that you can relive your taut stomach and perfect skin while forgetting the waddling and grape sized bladder. When should you schedule?  Maternity sessions are typically

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  • Children and Portraits ~ 7 Helpful Ideas to Encourage Cooperation ~ Creative family photography, Rochester NY

    Debra Wallace

    by Debra Wallace Will your kids cooperate during your photo shoot?  I’ll let you in on a little known piece of information that should relieve parents everywhere – they are not required to cooperate!  The goal is not to suffer through it like a dentist appointment without overhead TVs, the goal is to play.  The

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  • Strong Museum Professional Portrait Photography Rochester NY ~ Danielle & Larry

    Debra Wallace

    Strong Museum Professional Portrait Photography Rochester NY ~ Danielle & Larry It was a gorgeous fall day and Danielle was super excited to get some outdoor fall pictures of her kids.  Then poor Trevor took a face plant and banged up his nose, so we rescheduled.  The next week it still wasn’t better (but the

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  • 6 Creative Tips for Awesome Senior Portraits, Rochester, NY ~ DJ

    Debra Wallace

    DJ’s senior photos are a shining example of a senior portrait session nailed.  With two different shirts and a location with a number of different background choices we were able to create a lot of variety in a short amount of time.  As you’re planning your session, here are some tips to help you get

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  • Part 2: What to Wear to Your Professional Photo Shoot ~ Timeless Styles

    Debra Wallace

    I was recently laughing at a button down dress with shoulder pads a woman was wearing in a video and a dear friend who has children my age said, “Be careful, you might be saying the same thing in ten years about what you’re wearing today!”  True enough. In fact, I’m actually already old enough

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  • 4 Awesome Winter Photography Locations ~ Rochester, NY

    Debra Wallace

    4 Awesome Winter Photography Locations You want professional portraits now because your baby just started walking or your 6 year old lost his front teeth and you want to remember it forever, but you have a problem.  It’s February and you live in the arctic tundra.  Believe it or not, there are more winter location

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