Summer is always full of family fun memories. Too bad you’ve yet to capture a single one of them with your cell phone. Smile! This handy guide makes finding the best up and coming, local, kid-friendly photographers (and the season’s best photography package deals) a snap.
Tatiana Teo Photography: With an eye for beauty and a dramatic style, Tatiana Teo’s passion comes through in her work. Using her own three daughters as her muses, she experiments and shoots them on the reg in some of the wildest getups and settings. We kind of figure if she can get her own kids to cooperate, maybe she can work her magic on ours too? (packages start at $350, save 10% if you mention Bergen Mama and reserve your spot before Labor Day, shoot can be for after labor day. email: [email protected])
Eroula Dimitriou Photography: If you’re worried about Eroula (who also goes by “Rou”) handling your little wiggle worm- don’t. The experienced mom of three knows a thing or two about kids. Couple that with her amazing use of light in her photographs and we can guarantee you won’t be disappointed in her work. Oh and did we mention she just got finished shooting Alec and Hilaria Baldwin’s brood? Um, yeah, she’s that good. (packages start at $600 ($975 for newborns) for a 1 hour on-location shoot and include 20-40 images. Mention Bergen Mama and save 10% for any inquiries and bookings before September, email: [email protected])
Elise Campbell Photography The Bergen County mom of four will immediately put your family at ease with her laid back style and sweet demeanor. And don’t be surprised if you catch her poking around your location before the session even starts to make sure she gets the lighting just perfect. Fans love her mini shoots for the holidays and momtography classes which teach moms the tricks of the trade. ($175 for a 20 minute family session outdoors in the photographers desired location. Mention Bergen Mama and the session fee is $149, prints and digital images are sold a la carte, email: [email protected])
Sweet Little Smiles Photography: Shana Pangione always had a passion for pictures. But when her son was born the natural light photographer turned that passion into her work- focusing on taking gorgeous photos of newborns, pregnant mamas and families. Her mini-sessions run 20 fun minutes, after which she’ll provide you with 5 digital images of your precious brood and a release- making holiday card stress a non-issue. (mini session current offer: $100 for 5 edited digital if you book by July 31st, normally $150, sessions will be scheduled in November and December, email:[email protected] )
Carolyne Rao Photography: Carolyne Rao is all about real moments. The mom of two isn’t afraid of your tearful or silly kid so you don’t have to worry about helicopter parenting during your family sesh. Clients rave about her holiday mini sessions which can include everything from a barn in the background to a live reindeer. (Now booking mini sessions for September and November, $100 includes 1 digital image of your choice, additional images available for purchase. Save 10% if you book by August 20th. email: [email protected])
Cassandra Barbara Photography: No posed shots here. Cassandra gets your family in a stress-free zone (apparently it exists) and snags natural shots using natural light. Her newborn photos which include snuggly little ones in baskets and blankets are so gorgeous that it has us contemplating a third. (Bergen Mama readers score half off a 6 month or Maternity shoot when you book a newborn shoot for early 2016, email: [email protected])
Kristen Maus Photography: Kristen, a Bergen County based portrait pro, begins shooting only when natural family interactions unfold. If the energy is high, she subtly brings it down; if subjects are slow to warm, she draws them out by acting silly. If you’re looking for a holiday shot, she can do that too, but her favorite moments are the ones that happen before and after the posed setup. (packages start at $250, holiday mini sessions take place in November for $175 and include 5 digital images, mention Bergen Mama and get a free 8x10 print, email: [email protected])
