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Houston Family Portrait Photographer | Tara Flannery Photography

Tara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)  and Houston Family Portrait Photographer.  Tara Flannery Photography specializes in family portraits.  See more family photos in the gallery.  Contact me to book your family portrait today!

Houston Family Portrait Photographer

As Houston’s family portrait photographer, I take pride in being flexible!!  With Houston weather, you never know what each minute of your planned session will bring.  All of the careful planning and watching will not fully prepare you for the weather.  So I’ve learned to be prepared for anything.  Family studio sessions are great because they will be successful no matter the weather.  However, a studio session does limit you on options for background and location.  My favorite place for family portraits is a green space or park with trees.  There’s just something about being outside where the kids can run around and then come back for portraits.  A little freedom in between – that’s the good stuff!

Family Portraits with the Wulfsons

The Wulfson family portrait session was a perfect mix of studio and outdoor location.  We started with a studio session in their home.  This first part assured us that we would have great family portraits even if the weather didn’t cooperate.  After the studio shots, we went to the local park for some outdoor shots.  It was really cold!  So we wore coats to get into place and then took them off right before the picture.  I absolutely adore the sun coming through the trees behind the family for that dramatic end-of-day shot.  And the sun was bouncing off the water as well – gorgeous!  At the very end of the session, we got a shot of the family vehicle line-up.  Dad was in charge of this one and did a great job!

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Tara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) and Houston Family Portrait Photographer.  Tara Flannery Photography specializes in family portraits.  See more family photos in the gallery.  Contact me to book your family portrait today!

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You don’t need the most expensive gear to be a good photographer.

When I first started, I thought I needed everything—top-tier camera, expensive lighting, all of it.

The reality?

A solid camera and a good lens will take you a long way.

If you’re just starting out, keep it simple:
✨ A versatile zoom lens (24–70mm or 70–200mm)
✨ Gear you can rely on and learn inside and out

And when it comes to lighting—especially outdoors—don’t overinvest too early.

Wind happens. Gear gets knocked over. Things break.

Light is light.

Focus on learning how to use what you have before worrying about upgrading everything.

📥 I’ve put together resources for new photographers covering gear, lighting, posing, and more—click the link in my bio!

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You don’t need the most expensive gear to be a good photographer. When I first started, I thought I needed everything—top-tier camera, expensive lighting, all of it. The reality? A solid camera and a good lens will take you a long way. If you’re just starting out, keep it simple: ✨ A versatile zoom lens (24–70mm or 70–200mm) ✨ Gear you can rely on and learn inside and out And when it comes to lighting—especially outdoors—don’t overinvest too early. Wind happens. Gear gets knocked over. Things break. Light is light. Focus on learning how to use what you have before worrying about upgrading everything. 📥 I’ve put together resources for new photographers covering gear, lighting, posing, and more—click the link in my bio!

Most men think they don’t know how to pose for a headshot…

but it’s not about knowing poses.

It’s about a few simple adjustments that make you look confident and natural on camera.

A couple go-to options (like the classic “GQ” stance, arms crossed, or a relaxed lean) can completely change how you show up.

And the rest? That’s what I guide you through.

📥 If you’re also not sure what to wear, I’ve got you covered—grab my Men’s Style Guide for Headshots through the link in my bio.

📩 Ready for updated headshots? You can book through the link as well.

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Most men think they don’t know how to pose for a headshot… but it’s not about knowing poses. It’s about a few simple adjustments that make you look confident and natural on camera. A couple go-to options (like the classic “GQ” stance, arms crossed, or a relaxed lean) can completely change how you show up. And the rest? That’s what I guide you through. 📥 If you’re also not sure what to wear, I’ve got you covered—grab my Men’s Style Guide for Headshots through the link in my bio. 📩 Ready for updated headshots? You can book through the link as well.

If you’re just getting started in photography… don’t worry about finding your niche right away.

When I first started, I photographed everything—weddings, babies, families, headshots, corporate… if someone needed photos, I was there.

And that’s how you figure it out.

You don’t find your niche by waiting—you find it by doing the work, learning what you like, and getting better with every session.

Every type of shoot teaches you something different.
Every client builds your experience.

Over time, you start to see what actually fits you—and that’s where your expertise comes from.

📥 If you’re in that phase right now, I’ve put together resources to help—covering lighting, gear, posing, and more.

✨ Grab them through the link in my bio!

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If you’re just getting started in photography… don’t worry about finding your niche right away. When I first started, I photographed everything—weddings, babies, families, headshots, corporate… if someone needed photos, I was there. And that’s how you figure it out. You don’t find your niche by waiting—you find it by doing the work, learning what you like, and getting better with every session. Every type of shoot teaches you something different. Every client builds your experience. Over time, you start to see what actually fits you—and that’s where your expertise comes from. 📥 If you’re in that phase right now, I’ve put together resources to help—covering lighting, gear, posing, and more. ✨ Grab them through the link in my bio!

Senior portraits are just one piece of what I do 👇🏻

I also work with:
✅ professionals who need updated headshots
✅ business owners building their brand
✅ families capturing this season of life
✅ and actors/models creating strong portfolio images

Different sessions—but the same goal:
helping people show up confidently and authentically on camera

📩 If you’re not sure what kind of session you need, let’s figure it out together—link in bio to learn more.

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Senior portraits are just one piece of what I do 👇🏻 I also work with: ✅ professionals who need updated headshots ✅ business owners building their brand ✅ families capturing this season of life ✅ and actors/models creating strong portfolio images Different sessions—but the same goal: helping people show up confidently and authentically on camera 📩 If you’re not sure what kind of session you need, let’s figure it out together—link in bio to learn more.

Senior sessions with moms and sons are always… an experience 😂

A little back-and-forth, a few eye rolls, and somehow we still end up with photos everyone loves.

Honestly, those in-between moments are usually the best part.

📩 DM me if you’ve been putting off senior photos—there’s still time.

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Senior sessions with moms and sons are always… an experience 😂 A little back-and-forth, a few eye rolls, and somehow we still end up with photos everyone loves. Honestly, those in-between moments are usually the best part. 📩 DM me if you’ve been putting off senior photos—there’s still time.

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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.