Black and White Studio Sessions for Toddlers and Kids | Meridian MS Photographer

Let’s be honest—toddlers don’t always love sitting still. But when they do? You get portraits like this. Meet Cruz. Just over a year old with the biggest brown eyes and a head full of dark curls. He gave us everything from curious to giggly to slightly suspicious (a toddler classic). And every single one of those expressions is […]

Classic Heirloom Portraits – Central and South Mississippi

There’s something undeniably timeless about a classic heirloom portrait. Over the past few weeks, I’ve had the joy of booking four heirloom sessions—two of them for twins, which makes it all the more special. These sessions have quickly become one of the most requested offerings in the studio, and it’s easy to see why. As […]

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. […]

Little Faces Sessions in Central Mississippi – Personality-Packed Child Portraits in 10 Minutes

What Does a Little Faces Gallery Look Like? Here’s a Peek at an entire gallery If you’ve ever wondered what happens during a Little Faces session, the answer is: magic. The kind of magic that happens in under ten minutes, somehow results in a gallery full of completely unique images, and leaves parents wondering, “Wait… that’s it?” Yes, […]

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 […]

Motherhood Studio Sessions: Simple, Stress-Free, and Full of Love in Decatur, Mississippi

Motherhood is beautiful. It’s messy, it’s unpredictable, and it’s full of the kind of moments you wish you could bottle up forever. That’s exactly why we offer laid-back, easy, zero-stress Motherhood Studio Sessions—right here in Decatur, Mississippi—where the pressure is off, the love is real, and your little ones are free to be themselves. Why Choose a […]

Central Mississippi Photographer- Capture Your Child’s Growth: Photographing Ages 7-16

Why It’s Important to Photograph Your Son in the “Forgotten Years” (Ages 7-16) The years between 7 and 16 are often overlooked when it comes to professional photography. Parents typically capture the chubby-cheeked baby phase, adorable toddler years, and senior portraits. However, the in-between stage often goes undocumented. This stage is full of awkward growth […]

Hilarious Little Faces: Year-End Reflections for 2024

Year-End Review: Little Faces—A Hilarious Collection of 2024 As 2024 winds down, we’re celebrating the most delightful (and downright funny) way to honor your little ones’ growth: Little Faces! These black-and-white gems capture kids at their most authentic, from unfiltered expressions to their biggest belly laughs. What Makes Little Faces So Special? Let’s face it: […]

Hope Davis Photography

Central Mississippi Newborn and Child Photographer

Meridian Mississippi child photographer