The Most Important Question to Answer Before Your Child’s Portrait Session

The question I’m going to start asking every parent… One thing about me is I’m always learning and looking for ways to make the experience at Hope Davis Photography even better. Whether it’s improving how I photograph children, making sessions easier for parents, or simply asking better questions, I never want to stop growing. Recently […]

How to Select the Perfect Photographer for Your Newborn

How to Find the Right Newborn Photographer (From a Mama Who Gets It) Finding the right newborn photographer can be overwhelming. This is especially true when you already have a million other things on your mind. Where do you even start?What are you supposed to look for?And how do you know if someone is the right fit […]

Why Parents Are Choosing Heirloom Portraits for Their Children Again – Mississippi Heirloom Photographer

Over the past few years, heirloom portraits have made a quiet but meaningful return to family homes. We live in a time when thousands of photos reside on our phones. Many parents are seeking something more lasting. They want something that feels worthy of a frame on the wall rather than a folder on a device. That’s […]

3 Month Old Baby Photo Session – Meridian, MS

Did you miss the newborn photo session window? Or maybe you just weren’t ready to pack up your brand new baby and head out during those first couple of weeks. First of all — that is completely okay. Let me tell you something important: babies are adorable at every single age. There is no “too late” when […]

4 Ways I Do Things Differently as a Photographer

If you’ve ever felt unsure, overwhelmed, or even a little intimidated when booking a photographer, you’re not alone. The photography world can feel confusing—hidden pricing, automated emails, rushed sessions, and long wait times. That’s not how I work. Here are a few ways I do things differently, and why it matters for you. 1. My […]

Homegrown Stories: The Ordinary Days Worth Remembering – Meridian, MS

I didn’t know what to expect as I drove to Pottersville, Mississippi. I had never even heard of it before, I just knew it was a little north of Meridian, MS. Back roads, quiet stretches, the kind of drive that gives you time to slow down and wonder what the afternoon might hold. When I […]

Tips for Rewarding Kids During Photo Sessions

If you’re prepping for a photo session, you’ve probably thought about offering a little reward to help it go smoothly. Candy, snacks, promises of a toy… we’ve seen it all. And as a longtime Mississippi child photographer, I totally get it. But here’s the honest truth: when it comes to capturing natural, genuine expressions, timing is […]

Common Mistakes to Avoid in a Baby Photo Shoot

Photographer Pet Peeves (That We Might Not Tell You… But Wish We Could) Listen — I adore photographing your babies. I love the chubby cheeks, the sleepy snuggles, the big one-year-old grins. But let’s have a little honest moment: there are a few things that test our poker face more than we’d like to admit. […]

How to Make a Photo Session Fun (for kids and YOU!)

Let’s be real—most kids think a photo session is about the same as going to the dentist. But what if a photo session wasn’t just photos? What if it was an epic day of fun? Here’s how to turn picture day into the highlight of their week: 1. Make It a Whole Kids’ Day! This isn’t […]

Family Portraits with five boys – Central Mississippi Photographer

The Beauty of Chaos: Family Photos with Five Boys If you’ve ever tried to take a family portrait with kids, you know that getting everyone to look at the camera at the same time can feel like an Olympic sport. Now, imagine that challenge with five boys! Recently, I had the absolute joy of photographing […]