On Christmas Eve, amid family hustle and social media’s negative review of 2016, I choose gratitude. Reflecting on growth at LPJ Photography, I’m thankful for clients who trusted my creative vision. I believe in appreciating the year’s hidden treasures and I’m ready for a hopeful 2017.

A photographer celebrates the deep connections formed with clients culminating in their Session Reveal Nights, where families view their photos at home with added personal touches. This emotional experience, exemplified by Ashley’s session and her special bond with Uncle Greg, enriches both clients and the photographer.

As a photographer I’m dedicated to capturing clients’ pinnacle moments and empowering them through our shooting process. I’ve recently enhanced my skill set by incorporating studio lighting, elevating athlete portraits like those of Semaj Smith and Tyler Acree. My passion for photography and client satisfaction drives every shot and memory created.

A photographer reflects on her empowering experience with an extraordinary but shy client, Kristy, which inspired them to share their work broadly, resulting in a published piece. They encourage others to take risks and value their unique contributions.

A photographer reflects on a lifeguarding job that revealed a talent for teaching, shaping their approach to coaching clients in posing for photographs. Different techniques create optical illusions and are employed to craft a beautiful and natural images, reinforcing the idea that photos can indeed lie, but with purposeful and skilled guidance.

A mother reflects on her son’s journey from infancy to the brink of college, treasuring each stage and mourning the passage of time. As she contemplates the shift in her life, she cherishes the memories captured in pictures and expresses a mix of joy and sorrow, encouraging her son to build on his dreams as he steps into adulthood.

As summer ends, high school seniors gear up for their final year, eagerly anticipating senior photo shoots. The photographer offers tailored preparation tips for wardrobe and styling. Emphasizing fun, the photographer to make unique, representative portraits that capture this milestone life season.