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Tips for Family Photos | The Woodlands Family Photographer

Tara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)  and Craftsman based in Houston, TX.  Tara Flannery Photography specializes in family portraits and can provide tips for family photos.  See more family photos in the gallery.  Contact me to book your family portrait today!

Tips for Family Photos

Planning the family photo session just takes a little bit of preparation.  Here are a few tips to help!

  1. WARDROBE: The general rule now with family wardrobe is to coordinate colors (as opposed to matching).  Pick a couple or three colors that coordinate well (think of the color wheel from Art 101).  Start with two people in the family.  Coordinate their outfits.  For my own family, this is usually my daughter and me.  Then we plan a polo or button-down shirt for my husband and son.  Boys are usually easier to dress.  Jeans and khaki pants are freebies (in terms of color scheme).  Don’t forget to plan ahead for shoes – you don’t want to panic as you’re running out the door!
  2. LOCATION:  Think about location.  Do you want a more natural, park-like setting, or do you want a more urban look?  Or maybe your own home or neighborhood would have more meaning?
  3. END GOALS: Think about what you’d like to do with the family portraits.  Do you have wall space in the living room, bedroom or hallway for a family portrait?  A staircase or game room for a canvas collage?  What about grandparents and office prints?

At Tara Flannery Photography, we aim to be a full-service photography studio providing photographic products that will last a lifetime.  Don’t let your family portraits end up as pixels on a computer.  Let’s put them on the walls so that your family can enjoy them for years to come!

The Abercrombie Family

I absolutely adore these family photos with the Abercrombie family.  Riley (the dog) was the star of the show and she did great!  I love the coordinating blue/green color that they chose for outfits.  And the natural, park-like setting was the perfect backdrop.  I can’t wait to see the images in their neighborhood magazine!

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Tara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)  and Craftsman based in Houston, TX.  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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It was such a pleasure collaborating with Danielle DeMaio on her recent branding session!

Danielle is a powerhouse in the world of HR technology—helping companies around the globe turn HR into a high-impact, value-driving part of their business. As a Global Director of People Technology and Workday strategist, she’s led digital transformations, streamlined operations across 40+ countries, and helped companies scale through major milestones like M&As and IPOs. 🚀

When you’re operating at that level, how you show up matters.
Danielle knew it was time to refresh her personal brand to reflect the impact, innovation, and leadership she brings to every project.

A strong personal brand isn’t just about having professional photos—it’s about aligning your image with your expertise, your achievements, and your next chapter. And working with Danielle made it clear: she’s just getting started.

Thank you, Danielle, for trusting me to capture this exciting part of your journey! 👏🏼📸

#BrandingPhotography #PersonalBranding #WomenInTech

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It was such a pleasure collaborating with Danielle DeMaio on her recent branding session! Danielle is a powerhouse in the world of HR technology—helping companies around the globe turn HR into a high-impact, value-driving part of their business. As a Global Director of People Technology and Workday strategist, she’s led digital transformations, streamlined operations across 40+ countries, and helped companies scale through major milestones like M&As and IPOs. 🚀 When you’re operating at that level, how you show up matters. Danielle knew it was time to refresh her personal brand to reflect the impact, innovation, and leadership she brings to every project. A strong personal brand isn’t just about having professional photos—it’s about aligning your image with your expertise, your achievements, and your next chapter. And working with Danielle made it clear: she’s just getting started. Thank you, Danielle, for trusting me to capture this exciting part of your journey! 👏🏼📸 #BrandingPhotography #PersonalBranding #WomenInTech

Here’s the thing—your brand is always evolving.

You might be offering new services, connecting with a different audience, or stepping more confidently into your role as a business owner. But if your photos still reflect where you were years ago, they’re not telling the right story anymore.

📸 Great branding photography isn’t just about looking polished—it’s about feeling aligned.

Because strong, consistent visuals:

✨ Build instant trust

✨ Make your business look cohesive and professional

✨ Help your dream clients see themselves working with you

Your photos should support the business you’ve grown into—not hold you back from where you’re going next.

If you’re ready to elevate your brand, attract the right clients, and finally feel like your photos match your message—I’d love to help you get there.

📩 DM me “refresh” or click the link in bio to book your branding consultation.

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Here’s the thing—your brand is always evolving. You might be offering new services, connecting with a different audience, or stepping more confidently into your role as a business owner. But if your photos still reflect where you were years ago, they’re not telling the right story anymore. 📸 Great branding photography isn’t just about looking polished—it’s about feeling aligned. Because strong, consistent visuals: ✨ Build instant trust ✨ Make your business look cohesive and professional ✨ Help your dream clients see themselves working with you Your photos should support the business you’ve grown into—not hold you back from where you’re going next. If you’re ready to elevate your brand, attract the right clients, and finally feel like your photos match your message—I’d love to help you get there. 📩 DM me “refresh” or click the link in bio to book your branding consultation.

We live in a visual world.

Whether you`re a realtor, doctor, lawyer, therapist, or personal trainer—your headshot is often someone’s first impression of you.

And in industries where trust is everything… a blurry selfie or outdated photo just won’t cut it.

📸 Here’s why a professional headshot matters:
✅ It instantly communicates professionalism and credibility
✅ It builds connection and approachability
✅ It makes you stand out in a sea of competition
✅ It reflects the quality of service you provide

And the truth is—clients, employers, and collaborators are checking your profile before they ever reach out. What they see should reflect the real you… polished, confident, and ready to show up.

Your headshot isn’t just a photo—it’s part of your brand.

Let’s make it work for you.

📩 Contact me to book your headshot session or ask about upcoming availability!

#professionalheadshots #headshottips #businesstips #brandingforbusinesses

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We live in a visual world. Whether you're a realtor, doctor, lawyer, therapist, or personal trainer—your headshot is often someone’s first impression of you. And in industries where trust is everything… a blurry selfie or outdated photo just won’t cut it. 📸 Here’s why a professional headshot matters: ✅ It instantly communicates professionalism and credibility ✅ It builds connection and approachability ✅ It makes you stand out in a sea of competition ✅ It reflects the quality of service you provide And the truth is—clients, employers, and collaborators are checking your profile before they ever reach out. What they see should reflect the real you… polished, confident, and ready to show up. Your headshot isn’t just a photo—it’s part of your brand. Let’s make it work for you. 📩 Contact me to book your headshot session or ask about upcoming availability! #professionalheadshots #headshottips #businesstips #brandingforbusinesses

Here`s your answer 👇🏻

Sometimes it’s the smallest edits that make the biggest impact.

In this before-and-after, I removed the glare from my client’s glasses—not to change who they are, but to make sure their eyes (and confidence) shine through without distraction.

This is a perfect example of what thoughtful editing is all about:
💻 Not heavy filters.
🚫 Not reshaping your features.
✔️ Just refining the details so you feel like the best version of yourself.

From lens glare to flyaway hairs, subtle skin retouching to wardrobe clean-up—I handle the behind-the-scenes so you can focus on showing up relaxed and confident.

Because when you feel good in front of the camera, it shows.

📸 Want a headshot or branding photo that feels like YOU—just a little more polished? Let’s talk. I’d love to work with you.

#brandingphotographer #businessbranding #professionalbranding #professionalheadshots

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Here's your answer 👇🏻 Sometimes it’s the smallest edits that make the biggest impact. In this before-and-after, I removed the glare from my client’s glasses—not to change who they are, but to make sure their eyes (and confidence) shine through without distraction. This is a perfect example of what thoughtful editing is all about: 💻 Not heavy filters. 🚫 Not reshaping your features. ✔️ Just refining the details so you feel like the best version of yourself. From lens glare to flyaway hairs, subtle skin retouching to wardrobe clean-up—I handle the behind-the-scenes so you can focus on showing up relaxed and confident. Because when you feel good in front of the camera, it shows. 📸 Want a headshot or branding photo that feels like YOU—just a little more polished? Let’s talk. I’d love to work with you. #brandingphotographer #businessbranding #professionalbranding #professionalheadshots

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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.