Testimonials

Feedback is so important for learning and growing!  Here are some testimonials from clients of Tara Flannery Photography.

PORTRAITS

Oh my goodness we love the pics and can’t help but to keep looking at them constantly w a BIG smile ??? thanks so much Tara for your vision and helping to capture a very special moment for us!! ~ Shyla

“…we just love her [senior] pictures! You did a great job and we really appreciate everything you did! The prints and canvas print came out just beautiful! ~ Lisa Moncrief

Only word that comes to mind is WOW!!!.  The pics you took are just stunning.  You have such a vision and drive, I admire you for what you’ve accomplished.  Thanks for the wonderful job you did. ~ Ryan Zabriskie

The pictures are WONDERFUL. You are an AMAZING PHOTOGRAPHER!  Thank you for the time you spent with us photographing us.  You captured the true essence of who we are in those photos.  Thank you. ~ Christa

We had such a wonderful experience with Tara! I have very active, young children. Tara was able to adjust and be creative to get those perfect shots. She was also very patient and kind. We absolutely love our photos and will be back for more! ~ Pamela Hagg

We LOVE the pictures Tara took of our family. As always, time gets away from me and I find myself trying to schedule our annual pictures last minute. Due to an unexpected vacation, illness, and the hurry of the season I was even later than usual. Tara found a spot for me and though I was sick, she was able to reschedule, take our pictures, get them to me sooner than anticipated, and I had our cards back and mailed out in PLENTY of time for the holiday season. She went over and above and I suspect this is just how she does things. I’m so thankful for my friend’s referral and plan to continue to use her in the future. ~ Amy Wallace

Tara is beyond awesome and I have recommended her to everyone that asks about the pictures we proudly display in our house, the cards we sent out at Christmas time and really in any conversation. Her professionalism is a gift, her attitude is positive and her patience is virtuous. She is great with kids big and small, young and old! ~ Jeff Mechler and Mark Vines

I have used Tara many times over the last couple of years. She is always able to capture the personalities of my children perfectly! She is great with them and took as much time as we needed to capture the perfect pictures. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer, especially if you have children! ~ Rachel Barzilla

I wasn’t sure how the session would go especially when my 3 yr old son introduced himself as “I Batman”. But, Tara did an amazing job capturing my children’s spirit and fun, loving attitudes. She made them…well, the whole family …feel very comfortable. I really love how our family pictures are very casual, natural and relaxed instead of “posed”. Thank you Tara ! ~ Michelle Combs

First, Tara took some incredible pictures of me to use for professional reasons – not so easy to flatter me in the seventh decade of my life, but she did it anyway – I am so grateful to have those photos any time someone requests one. Then, this spring, she took pictures of my three-year-old granddaughter among the bluebonnets and they were really precious, though it wasn’t all that easy to get her to pose – Tara was very patient with her and just waited until the pose was right – Plus she took so many that some were bound to be good. I will continue to use her for our family’s portrait needs. Thanks, Tara, for two jobs well done, so far! ~ Linda White

Tara was wonderful taking my daughters senior pictures. She brought several friends & siblings with her, Tara was more than accommodating with the large crowd. Her styling of the pictures turned out just beautiful. The final product turned out much better than I could have hoped for! She made her old mom look good! ~ Kristin Roach

Tara was amazing! She took our family photo including my 18 month old nephew. There wasn’t a single picture she took that I didn’t love. The images she captured of my family was so incredible. She captured images that I thought would be hard with a 18th month old but she captured them beautifully. I have never had such a fun and memorable experience while having pictures taken. I would recommend her to anyone. She is truly talented and one of a kind. ~ Laura

My children (including a 10 week old) had pictures taken by Tara. I wasn’t sure how they would turn out seeing how my baby can’t even sit up. Well…they were great! She is very patient and good with the kids. Fun times! ~ Sada Winter

Tara is a rare gem! She was patient with our three boys (and me!) while taking our family photos. We love all of our photos. The comment was made about our framed portrait that “it looks like one of those paper inserts that come in frames when you buy them.” This is totally a testament to Tara’s skills and not our rag-tag bunch of boys!! ~ Reagan Fox

HEADSHOTS

Tara was so flexible when it came to times and worked with us for our corporate headshot shoot in the office. She was so supportive and kind, giving great direction to everyone. The photos turned out fantastic and I would definitely recommend her! ~M. Clendenen, Blue Spruce Capital

First of all thank you, I had fun!  Secondly, they turned out awesome!!! So awesome I can’t decide!!! ~ Devlyn Emilio

I’d completely recommend using Tara for your next photography needs. Based on her portfolio and the work she’s done with me, I can verify it’s completely worth your while. Tara brings great experience, professionalism and fun to what some would consider to be a very nervous setting. She brings out natural confidence in the client through out the photo shoot. I first found out about Tara’s work through the collaboration she does with Pink Petro and I’d highly recommend her services for not only professional head shots, but personal events and family photos as well. ~ Catherine Cavazos

Took a new professional headshot by Tara Flannery Photography. She was extremely pleasant with a magnetic personality and very accommodating to our company’s needs. Overall wonderful experience. I highly recommend her services if you are in the greater Houston area and in need of an updated headshot. Thank you Tara Flannery! ~ Aarren Snowney, Dressander

Thank you so much, Tara.  I will sing praises of your fabulous work to all my friends, family and colleagues.  I will also keep you in mind if I need more photos in the future.  I suspect that once folks in my network see my LinkedIn photo, they will promptly delete their profile photos, and ask me where the heck I got mine done.  There’s just no substitute for a quality photo.  I personally think it is a pound foolish to put anything up at all unless it is done professionally.  ~Stephen Peterson

EVENTS

 

Tara took pictures at my son’s graduation party. She came and blended in with the party goers. She did an outstanding job! So much so, that I had her take pictures of my family and of a friend’s going away party. She is now like one of the family! I will use her again and again! ~ Christy Dillard

 

 

Tara Flannery Photography specializes in family portraits, senior portraits, headshots, and events.  Tara is a member of the Professional Photographer’s Guild of Houston, Texas Professional Photographer’s Association, Professional Photographers of America (PPA), and is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP).  We serve the greater Houston area and are based in The Woodlands and Conroe.  Contact me for more information or to schedule a session!

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If you’re planning family photos around Houston or The Woodlands, I've got 8 beautiful locations to consider 👇🏻 

📍 W.G. Jones State Forest — Woodsy, natural, and perfect for that classic outdoor family portrait look.

📍 Alden Bridge Park — Relaxed, timeless, and a great option for families who want plenty of greenery.

📍 Rob Fleming Park at Creekside — Scenic, family-friendly, and especially beautiful for those warm, natural portraits.

📍 The Woodlands Waterway — A great mix of greenery, architecture, and a slightly more urban feel.

📍 Hughes Landing — Modern and polished with plenty of variety for your gallery.

📍 Mercer Botanic Gardens — Lush, colorful, and perfect if you love a garden-inspired backdrop.

📍 Downtown Conroe — Lots of character and architecture for something a little different from the traditional park setting.

📍 Downtown Tomball — Charming, casual, and full of personality.

🔖 SAVE this list for when it’s time to plan your family photos!

Still need to get your fall family photos on the calendar? I have just a few weekend dates remaining this season:

October 10 & 17
November 8 & 15

If one of those dates works for your family, don’t wait too long to grab it! Head to the link in my bio to reserve your family session. 📸
A little bit of flash can go a LONG way outdoors. 📸

When I’m photographing families or seniors outside, I’m not trying to overpower the natural light or make the photo look like it was taken with flash.

I just want a little extra light to soften those shadows, even out skin tones, and give me a more polished final image.

The key? Keep it subtle.

Your flash should work with the natural light—not fight against it. When you get that balance right, you still get the beautiful look of an outdoor session, just with a little more control over your subject’s lighting.

If you’re a newer photographer, start experimenting with adding a small amount of off-camera flash to your outdoor sessions. You might be surprised by how much of a difference it makes!

📸 And if you’re building your photography skills, I have free resources on lighting, gear, posing, and more available through the link in my bio.
The goal is to coordinate—not match. 👏🏻

Planning outfits for the whole family can easily become the most stressful part of family photos, so here’s my favorite way to simplify it:

Start with one person’s outfit (Mom, I’m looking at you 😉) and build everyone else around it.

Choose a color palette that works well with your location. For an outdoor session, earthy greens, browns, blues, creams, and other natural tones photograph beautifully.

Then add some variety! Mix different shades of denim, layer jackets or sweaters, and incorporate different fabrics and textures. Everyone should look like they belong together without looking like you bought the same outfit in five different sizes. 😂

And most importantly, choose clothes that actually feel like your family. You’ll be much more comfortable in front of the camera—and it’ll show in your photos.

And don't forget, my weekend family session dates are filling up fast! 👇🏻

October 10th & 17th
November 8th & 15th

📸 Need a little more help planning your session? My free Family Session Welcome Guide covers wardrobe, locations, preparing for your session, and more. Grab it through the link in my bio!
Photographers: the secret to family sessions with little kids? Stop expecting them to follow the plan. 😂📸

Young kids are going to move. They’re going to get distracted. They may decide halfway through that they’re completely DONE with your ideas—and that’s okay.

Instead of fighting it, work with it.

Keep them moving and engaged. Give them something to do instead of constantly asking them to smile. And don’t forget to coach Mom and Dad, too! Encourage them to interact with their kids, keep looking at you when you need the classic family shot, and trust you to get the moment.

Because some of the best images happen in between the poses—the laughs, cuddles, movement, and little expressions you couldn’t have planned if you tried.

You don’t need perfectly behaved kids to create beautiful family portraits. You need patience, flexibility, and a few tricks ready when your original plan goes out the window. 😉

📸 If you’re growing your photography business, I have free resources covering everything from gear and lighting to posing and more. Check them out through the link in my bio!

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Serving the Greater Houston, Texas Area

tara@taraflannery.com

713-412-5437

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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.