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What should we wear? – Athens Photographer

One of the most common questions every photographer gets is “What should we wear for our pictures?” It can be super frustrating to try and coordinate outfits and pick colors that look good one everyone. Good news for you.. I provide all the dresses for my sessions unless you’re looking for something personal or you […]

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What happens if my kid doesn’t behave for photos?

We’ve all been there. The toddler who has missed her nap and the resulting meltdown at the slightest little thing. We can’t predict the days that this will happen, just like we don’t control the weather. But what happens when that day is photo session day? I’ve been a teacher or a photographer for 20+ […]

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How to totally ruin a photoshoot

Over the years, I have had the misfortune to make a few mistakes myself and kill the mood. In the early years of my business, when I was a little bit less confident in running a session, I had a few rough sessions with some moms who were worried about the outcome and didn’t see […]

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How to have a stress free maternity photo session

Somehow, being pregnant and hormonal doesn’t lend itself very well to having one more thing to plan and not freak out about it. Here is the Fairyography guide to having a stress-free pregnancy photography experience. Get your hair done I highly highly recommend having your hair professionally done. Not only is it one less thing […]

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Why I provide dresses and wings for all of my photo sessions

One of the founding ideas that I had when I was in the very beginning of Fairyography was that I needed to provide the dresses and wings for all of my photo sessions. But why? Wouldn’t it be easier for me if I just let you get those? Not really, no. Here’s why! It’s easier […]

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Why I broke up with glitter

This image is a few years old but is still one of my favorite images I’ve ever taken. I love glitter. I really do. Some people hate it, but I feel like those people are also people I don’t need to have in my life. Sparkle is amazing. Now, that said, glitter is BAD. It’s […]

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Why you want detail shots

Your newborn’s tiny little lips. Your baby girl’s little fingernails she’s chewed off. Her dainty little hands as she picks flowers or runs her hands through her hair. Tiny curls down her neck. Her perfect sweep of eyelashes over her freckled cheeks. I love all of these little parts of what makes each girl unique. […]

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Why I don’t do black and white photos

If you take a look at my website, you’ll notice that every single image on the website is in color. Why is that? Color is part of my style I have a lot of clients come in and say “normally I love black and white, but your color! “I’ve been in business for 18 years […]

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9 tips for getting kids to cooperate for pictures

There’s nothing quite as unpredictable as a toddler who has missed a nap. Will she be all giggles or will she be mad? Or more likely, she’ll be both, there is just a point when giggles become hangry. What will be the tipping point between the two? I’ve been photographing children for 17 years now […]

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How to have a stress free newborn photo session – Athens Newborn Photographer

As an Athens newborn photographer, I have learned over the years that a stress-free newborn experience can help things go much more smoothly. Get your hair done I highly highly recommend having your hair professionally done. Not only is it one less thing for you to worry about that day, but you are guaranteed to […]

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We are a luxury portrait studio based in Athens, GA specializing in creating unique and vibrant images that capture the best of maternity, newborn, family, senior and Fairyography clients.

Our studio is located at:
2470 Daniels Bridge RD
Athens, GA 30606
2470 Daniels Bridge Rd Athens GA 30606
 706-338-4414
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