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3 Tips for Fantastic Family Pictures

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

Family Pictures – 3 Tips for a Fantastic Photo Session

Sometimes the preparation for a family photo session can be stressful!  Once all of the outfits are planned, children are fed, and hair brushed, it’s time to relax.  Here are three tips for fantastic family pictures:

Be Prepared

Start planning for your family photo session well in advance of the day of the session.  You’ll need time to coordinate outfits – this is the hardest part.  See my Pinterest page for tips on what to wear for your family session.  Layout all of the outfits so you can see what they look like together.  Plan everything down to the jewelry, socks, and shoes!!  On the day of the session, make sure everyone is fed, rested, and happy.

Relax

Now that you’ve planned and prepared, it’s time to relax!  Take a few deep breaths and center.  Now is the time to take a few minutes to enjoy just being with your family.  This is why we’re doing the family photo session in the first place – to show your true connections.

Have Fun!

Genuine smiles, emotion, and laughter make for the best family pictures.  We will do some posed family shots with everyone smiling and looking at the camera.  In between those posed shots are the unscripted laughs, smiles, and interaction that are truly amazing.  Have fun with your family – tease them, tickle them, chase them, and just be you together.

Family Photos for Emily

I met Emily during a corporate headshot session in The Woodlands.  She mentioned that she would love to have new photos with her son.  He is such a doll and loves his mama!  What a beautiful family photo that Emily can now put on her walls and look at every day.

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

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Here’s the truth 👇🏻

I have two business degrees — everything I’ve learned about photography came from hands-on experience and in-person workshops.

If you’re starting a headshot business or stepping into photography, here’s my biggest advice:

✨ Join local and national photography organizations

✨ Invest in in-person workshops

✨ Learn by doing, not just watching

Online resources are great, but there’s no substitute for seeing another photographer set up lighting, work with models, and handle real scenarios. You figure out what works for you by trying it yourself.

Because at the end of the day, your style is yours — and you only find it through practice.

#tipsforphotographers #thewoodlandstxphotographer

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Here’s the truth 👇🏻 I have two business degrees — everything I’ve learned about photography came from hands-on experience and in-person workshops. If you’re starting a headshot business or stepping into photography, here’s my biggest advice: ✨ Join local and national photography organizations ✨ Invest in in-person workshops ✨ Learn by doing, not just watching Online resources are great, but there’s no substitute for seeing another photographer set up lighting, work with models, and handle real scenarios. You figure out what works for you by trying it yourself. Because at the end of the day, your style is yours — and you only find it through practice. #tipsforphotographers #thewoodlandstxphotographer

✨ Seniors — it’s YOUR year! ✨

Your senior portraits should feel like you — not just another cookie-cutter session. That means:

🕶️ Bring your sunglasses
👟 Rock your favorite sneakers
🎸 Grab your instrument, your dog, or even your best friend

Let’s add personality, attitude, and fun so your session is unforgettable. Because these aren’t just photos — they’re memories you’ll look back on for years to come. 💛

Ready to make your Class of 2026 senior portraits one-of-a-kind?

📩 DM me to start planning your session today!

#seniorportraits2026 #seniors2026 #seniorphotos #seniorpictureideas #thewoodlandstxphotographer

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✨ Seniors — it’s YOUR year! ✨ Your senior portraits should feel like you — not just another cookie-cutter session. That means: 🕶️ Bring your sunglasses 👟 Rock your favorite sneakers 🎸 Grab your instrument, your dog, or even your best friend Let’s add personality, attitude, and fun so your session is unforgettable. Because these aren’t just photos — they’re memories you’ll look back on for years to come. 💛 Ready to make your Class of 2026 senior portraits one-of-a-kind? 📩 DM me to start planning your session today! #seniorportraits2026 #seniors2026 #seniorphotos #seniorpictureideas #thewoodlandstxphotographer

Adding a new team member? Your group photo doesn’t have to look outdated. 📸

With group composites, it’s easy to keep your team image polished and cohesive:

✨ I photograph the new hire individually — headshot + full body

🏢 We can shoot in my studio or at your location

👔 Keeping everyone in coordinated colors creates a clean, unified look

No need to retake the entire team photo every time someone joins — your group portrait always looks seamless and up-to-date.

📩 DM me to learn how I make updating team photos simple and stress-free.

#groupcomposites #teamphotos #thewoodlandstxphotographer #masterphotographer

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Adding a new team member? Your group photo doesn’t have to look outdated. 📸 With group composites, it’s easy to keep your team image polished and cohesive: ✨ I photograph the new hire individually — headshot + full body 🏢 We can shoot in my studio or at your location 👔 Keeping everyone in coordinated colors creates a clean, unified look No need to retake the entire team photo every time someone joins — your group portrait always looks seamless and up-to-date. 📩 DM me to learn how I make updating team photos simple and stress-free. #groupcomposites #teamphotos #thewoodlandstxphotographer #masterphotographer

Let’s break it down together ⬇️

📸 Headshots → Simple, polished, and focused on your face. Perfect for LinkedIn, company directories, or anywhere you need a clean professional image.

✨ Branding Sessions → A more in-depth experience that tells your story. Think full-body shots, action photos, and behind-the-scenes moments — even showcasing what it looks like to work with you.

Because here’s the thing: people do business with people. The more you can show your personality and process, the more connection and trust you build.

Still not sure which session fits your goals? Schedule a consultation and we’ll figure it out together.

📩 DM me or click the link in bio to get started!

#headshots #branding #thewoodlandstxphotographer #professionalheadshotphotographer #professionalbrandingsession

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Let’s break it down together ⬇️ 📸 Headshots → Simple, polished, and focused on your face. Perfect for LinkedIn, company directories, or anywhere you need a clean professional image. ✨ Branding Sessions → A more in-depth experience that tells your story. Think full-body shots, action photos, and behind-the-scenes moments — even showcasing what it looks like to work with you. Because here’s the thing: people do business with people. The more you can show your personality and process, the more connection and trust you build. Still not sure which session fits your goals? Schedule a consultation and we’ll figure it out together. 📩 DM me or click the link in bio to get started! #headshots #branding #thewoodlandstxphotographer #professionalheadshotphotographer #professionalbrandingsession

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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.