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November 28, 2017

Downtown Conroe Family Photos | Conroe Family Photographer

Tara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) based in The Woodlands and Conroe, TX. Tara Flannery Photography specializes in Conroe family photos. See more family photos in the gallery. Contact me to book your family portrait today!

What to wear for Conroe family photos

The hardest part of planning the family photo session is figuring out what everyone will wear. Is it going to be hot or cold outside? Do we want to go formal or casual? Does everyone have shoes to go with their outfit? Here are some tips for this planning session.

Dress for the weather if possible! The family will be miserable if it’s hot outside and they are dressed in sweaters and scarves. If it will be warm, lighten up on the tops (polos instead of sweaters).
Decide whether you’d like a more formal style or casual style. Some of this will depend on the location of your session as well. Discuss with your photographer. Sometimes a formal look in a grungy location looks amazing!
Decide on coordinating colors. Think about where these portraits will hang. If it’s in the living room with pops of red, then outfits with neutral colors and pops of red will look great!
Plan the outfits down to the shoes. Lay out all of the outfits on a bed so that you can see them all together. Send a snapshot to your photographer in case she has any props that would coordinate beautifully!

The Tills Family

The Tills family has impeccable taste! They are always dressed beautifully to match their beautiful family. Just take a look at mom’s red chucks that coordinate with daughter’s outfit – perfection! This sweet family has been with me for many years on my photography journey. I’m so glad to call them friends!

Conroe family photos family photos in downtown Conroe

Tara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) based in The Woodlands and Conroe, TX. Tara Flannery Photography specializes in Conroe family photos. See more family photos in the gallery. Contact me to book your family portrait today!

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It’s funny… people assume I’m just showing up, taking photos, and moving on.

But in reality, I’m rooting for my clients long after the session is over.

Hoping they feel more confident.
Hoping they land the opportunity.
Hoping their photos help them show up the way they’ve been wanting to.

Because it’s never just about the pictures.

📩 If you’re ready for photos that actually support where you’re going, you can book through the link in my bio.

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It’s funny… people assume I’m just showing up, taking photos, and moving on.

But in reality, I’m rooting for my clients long after the session is over.

Hoping they feel more confident.
Hoping they land the opportunity.
Hoping their photos help them show up the way they’ve been wanting to.

Because it’s never just about the pictures.

📩 If you’re ready for photos that actually support where you’re going, you can book through the link in my bio.

You don’t just get a few photos…

You get a full set of images you can actually use—
for your website, your content, your launches, and everything in between.

Because as a coach, you are your brand.
And the way you show up visually matters more than most people realize.

My goal isn’t just to take good photos—
it’s to help you feel confident, natural, and aligned in how you present yourself.

📩 If you’ve been putting off branding photos, this is your sign—link in bio to start planning.

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What does your headshot say about you? 🤔👇🏻

It can make you look:
→ confident or unsure
→ approachable or closed off
→ polished or outdated

And most people don’t realize how much that one image shapes a first impression.

Because whether it’s LinkedIn, your website, or a referral… people are forming an opinion before you ever have a conversation.

The goal isn’t just to “have a headshot.”
It’s to have one that actually reflects who you are and the level you’re operating at now.

✨ If your current photo doesn’t feel like you anymore, it might be time for an update—link in bio.

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Mid-session. Camera in hand. Client in front of me…
and suddenly my camera starts throwing error codes.

I turn it off. Pull the battery. Take the card out.
Put everything back in and hope it works again.

And then it happens again.

Three memory cards failed on me during that shoot.

After that, I switched to Sony Tough cards—and haven’t had an issue since.

It’s one of those things you don’t think about… until you’re in a high-pressure moment and your gear has to perform.

📥 If you’re a photographer and want a breakdown of the gear I actually use and trust, I’ve put together a guide—link in bio.

👇🏼 But I`m curious, what cards have been working for you?

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Mid-session. Camera in hand. Client in front of me…
and suddenly my camera starts throwing error codes.

I turn it off. Pull the battery. Take the card out.
Put everything back in and hope it works again.

And then it happens again.

Three memory cards failed on me during that shoot.

After that, I switched to Sony Tough cards—and haven’t had an issue since.

It’s one of those things you don’t think about… until you’re in a high-pressure moment and your gear has to perform.

📥 If you’re a photographer and want a breakdown of the gear I actually use and trust, I’ve put together a guide—link in bio.

👇🏼 But I'm curious, what cards have been working for you?

Your firm’s first impression is happening long before a conversation ever starts.

It’s on your website.
Your LinkedIn profiles.
Your marketing materials.

And whether it’s intentional or not—your photos are shaping how potential clients perceive your firm.

Outdated or inconsistent images can quietly create doubt.
While clean, cohesive, professional photography builds trust immediately.

It’s not just about looking polished—it’s about reflecting the level your firm operates at today.

📩 If your team’s photos don’t feel aligned with your brand anymore, it may be time for an update. Link in bio to schedule a consultation.

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It’s never just pressing a button.

It’s reading the room.
Adjusting in real time.
Knowing how to bring out confidence—even when someone feels uncomfortable in front of the camera.

The technical side matters.
But the connection, the instinct, and the ability to see what others don’t… that’s what turns it into something more.

📩 If you’re ready for photos that feel like you, you can book through the link in my bio.

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It’s never just pressing a button.

It’s reading the room.
Adjusting in real time.
Knowing how to bring out confidence—even when someone feels uncomfortable in front of the camera.

The technical side matters.
But the connection, the instinct, and the ability to see what others don’t… that’s what turns it into something more.

📩 If you’re ready for photos that feel like you, you can book through the link in my bio.

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tara@taraflannery.com

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Tara is a member of the Professional Photographers of America PPA.

Tara is a Certified Professional Photographer.

Tara is a member of TPPA Texas Professional Photographer's Association.

Tara has earned her Master of Photography degree.

Tara has earned her Photographic Craftsman certification.

Tara is a member of the Professional Photographers Guild of Houston PPGH.