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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Senior Photos in Meridian, MS: Natural, Laid-Back Sessions with Britney

Hey Class of 2026—let’s talk senior pictures. If you’ve been thinking you need to go somewhere else just to get photos that feel high-end, modern, and you—good news: you don’t. There are some picture perfect locations close to home, such as Meridian, where you can get beautiful, professional portraits without the hassle (and cost) of traveling. […]

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, […]

Heirloom Portraits Worth the Drive: From Cleveland to Decatur, MS

When someone chooses you as their photographer, it’s always an honor. But when someone chooses you over dozens of other options — and drives six hours round-trip for a 20-minute heirloom session — it leaves you speechless in the very best way. That’s exactly what happened recently when a beautiful mama and her little girl made the journey all […]

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 […]