Baby girl in white and blue classic romper sits in a basket outside

Local Highlights

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 […]

READ THE LATEST

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

family photography

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 […]

READ THE LATEST

Toddler brother and sister hugging and kissing each other on the head in front of a beige backdrop

Local Highlights

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 […]

READ THE LATEST

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

family photography

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 […]

READ THE LATEST

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

Local Highlights

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 […]

READ THE LATEST

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

family photography

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 […]

READ THE LATEST

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

welcome to the blog

hey there!

I'm so glad you're here!

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. 

documentary photography

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 […]

read the post

family photography

The sun rises and sets with you | Washington, DC Documentary Photographer

Together we rise.  This is a visual love story between a mother and child, of their bond that is as certain as the sun rising and setting day after day. This truly was the kind of Life Story session that I dream about. It was authentic, full of raw emotions and universal expressions of motherhood. This […]

read the post

Uncategorized

Highlights of January-February 2017

View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View […]

read the post

family photography

Sunshine in January | Lehigh Valley + Bucks County PA Child Photographer

SUN! At long last! My kids acted like it was summer. My boys came home from our errands and put on shorts and t-shirts even though it was only 50 degrees. They ran for hours at the park while Josephine did her best to ride the giant hand-me-down scooter that she’s been dying to learn […]

read the post

Uncategorized

Day 25/365 Trip to Costco |Lehigh Valley + Bucks County PA Documentary Photographer

This is totally how I feel after taking the three kids to Costco. She laid down right after giggling away, “I SOOO tired.”

read the post

documentary photography

Day 24/365 Toddler Tantrums | Lehigh Valley + Bucks County Documentary Photographer

She was mad because I wouldn’t let her bring her scooter inside the house. Then she called me a “bad mommy” Ouch. If this is two I don’t want to think about twelve.   

read the post

Browse By Category

Family

Local Highlights

Newborn

MotherHood

COnnect with me

They are only little for a short while.