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Easter Events Near West Chester PA

As the Easter holiday is quickly approaching, there is much family fun to be had. I have gathered for you for kid-friendly Easter events near West Chester, PA that the entire family is sure to enjoy. Four Easter Events near West Chester, PA Hayrides to Bunnyland at Linvilla Orchards Take a hayride with the kids […]

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mom in long pink dress and dad play with toddler in a field at sunset

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8 Tips to Prepare Toddlers for a Family Photo Session

8 Tips to Prepare Toddlers for a Family Photo Session I’d like to offer 8 helpful tips for how you can prepare your toddlers for a successful family photo session. One of the common concerns clients have when considering a family photo session is how will their children behave in front of the camera.  This […]

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Birthday Venues Around West Chester PA

When you have a child with a birthday in the cooler months, it can be tricky to hold 10 or more children in your home. Choosing a birthday venue that will keep your home clean and the kids very entertained is a win-win for any parent! I have gathered for you 4 birthday venues around […]

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A mom and dad looking at their three sons on a grassy hill in the fall while smiling all together

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Styling Tips From A Philadelphia Portrait Photographer

Today, I am hoping to provide you with some useful styling tips as a Philadelphia portrait photographer to make your outfit selections for any upcoming photo session simple & do-able! From whom to dress first, the colors that will photograph beautifully, and how to create some additional visual interest in your portraits for your next […]

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Mother embraces her toddler boy during a candid moment on Rehoboth beach with family photographer AnneMarie Hamant

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Best Family Activities Near Rehoboth Beach

Best Activities Near Rehoboth Beach Rehoboth Beach is an incredibly beautiful beach located in coastal Delaware. From the white sandy beaches to the family fun packed boardwalk, there is so much that Rehoboth Beach has to offer. I want to share with you the top 5 best family activities near Rehoboth Beach that are sure […]

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maternity session with family in wildflower field playing by Philadelphia Maternity Photographer, AnneMarie Hamant

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Philadelphia Maternity Photographer

Philadelphia Maternity Photographer I met with the Wertz family at Wildflower Lookout in Ronks, PA for a maternity session during golden hour. As a Philadelphia maternity photographer, Wildflower Lookout did not disappoint for this end-of-summer session! I can’t wait to photograph more families here! It was so fun capturing these beautiful and treasured moments for […]

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Lifestyle Photography for Families and Newborns in Greater Philadelphia, Delaware, and Maryland.

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I am a mother to three children, and a full-time family and newborn photographer serving the Philadelphia and Delaware regions. I have been in business since 2008. I'm a country girl at heart and love capturing families in beautiful natural spaces. I bring my warm personality and energy to every session, and truly love what I do. 

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Final Hours | Lehigh Valley Family Photographer

I am honored to have been published in two major media hubs for my story on my sister’s last few hours with us before she passed from cancer back in November.  This story is a reminder of why simple moments are worth documenting, and the true power of a photograph.  If you or a family […]

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Sunset Family Photography Session in Cape May, New Jersey

I know.. summer doesn’t actually end until late September. But to me, Labor Day is the end of unstructured, carefree family time and vacations. Capturing this family’s last day of their beach vacation in Cape May New Jersey was the perfect end to my summer season. One thing I love about Cape May is how […]

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Life Stories Documentary Session: Summer Living | Lehigh Valley Family Photographer

Introducing Life Stories Sessions.  your life. my lens.  Often times my clients comment that they love they way I capture my family’s everyday chaos, the tiny moments throughout our day. How do I make such simple things look so magical?  I want to create more client work that mirrors my personal work. My heart is […]

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One of those days | Lehigh Valley + Bucks County PA Documentary Photographer

Valentine’s Day was one of those days this year that was just nonstop action in our house. Every time I turned around, my youngest darlin’ was getting into something. She is fighting naptime in a major way and that is just one battle I am not ready to stop fighting yet. This mama needs her […]

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Donuts + playground date | Bucks County Family Photographer

When it’s 50 degrees out in January, I declare that we head out for a treat from Yum Yum Bakeshops in Quakertown, and then spend some time burning off the winter energy at the playground that my kids affectionately call, “The Castle Playground.” (I have no idea what it is really called, but I know […]

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Making Milkshakes with Grammy | Day 2/365 of 2017

Josephine has been loving the extra attention and treats from Grammy during our visit. My mom has been keeping her out of trouble (mostly) by involving her in the cooking and cleaning the past few days. I just knew when she looked at my mom with this smile that it was THE moment of the […]

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Day 1/365 of 2017

I am committed to completing another 365 project this year and will continue to approach it without stressing about shooting and sharing daily. But I will start this year off with this image- to remind me of the road ahead. I can’t wait to look back at the end of this new year and see […]

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