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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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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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In-Home Baby Photos with a Philadelphia Baby Photographer

I’ve been a Philadelphia baby photographer for over 14 years now, and yet I never tire of capturing newborn babies in their homes. My recent newborn session with the Keegan family was so relaxed and the images we captured beautifully reflect their personal aesthetic. We spent a lovely few hours together capturing the immense love […]

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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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7 Ways to Incorporate Homeschool Culture When you Don’t Homeschool

Have you ever admired a bit of homeschooling life even though your children are in a full-time school program? Or maybe you’ve considered homeschooling but are afraid it’s more than you can handle. No matter how you choose to school, I thought I’d share some ways that any parent can bring in a little bit […]

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3 reasons to book a sunset session | Bucks County PA Family Photographer

Do you worry that a sunset session would be past your child’s normal bedtime? It’s normal to worry about your children’s normal routine when planning a portrait session. After all, who wants a cranky toddler for picture day? I appreciate the investment, time, and effort involved in planning for family portraits so I wouldn’t ever […]

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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 […]

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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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365 Project Week 2 | Lehigh Valley + Bucks County PA Documentary Family Photographer

We are all feeling a little cooped up with the winter right about now, so even though I am longing to shoot outdoors and in beautiful dreamy backlit fields, this season forces me to turn inward, shoot in less-than-perfect locations and light, accept some grain and high ISOs, and find new nooks of light in […]

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Best of 2016- Professional | Lehigh Valley + Bucks County Family Photographer

Impossible to narrow it to just 16 favorites, so I will likely share more with time, but here are some of my favorite moments captured for my clients in 2016. In fact, these are only pulling from outdoor work this fall! So many beautiful families, light, and lots of love. Thank you all so much […]

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From tree to table: a storytelling session of apple picking and pie making | Coopersburg PA Family Photographer

When my client contacted me the week of our session with a request for a change in plans for our location, I was totally onboard. Instead of a more traditional family session she proposed a storytelling session of their family baking apple pie. I then continued with the idea and suggested that we visit an […]

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Snap Love Grow Feature | Lehigh Valley PA Child Photographer

I am grateful for another feature this week in the Snap Love Grow 10 Ten Weekly Favorites! There is so much beautiful imagery created weekly and I am thrilled to be a part of this community of artists.  Check out the other beautiful work that came in the Snap Grow Love Top 10 this week! 

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