Journal
The journal
Practical guides for Las Vegas families — when to book, what to wear, where to shoot, and how to make a session with young children go well.
- Maternity · 8
- Family · 6
- Planning · 1
- Newborn · 5
- Couples · 1
Family · September 13, 2026
How much do family photos cost in Las Vegas?
A Las Vegas family photographer on what a session really costs here, what the $500 covers, and how to compare quotes that are not measuring the same thing.
Family · September 12, 2026
What is a fall mini session in Las Vegas?
A fall mini session is 25 minutes and $200 for 10 edited images. Here is what you get, and why the Las Vegas version only runs on two October weekends.
Planning · September 11, 2026
What time of day is best for photos in Las Vegas?
A Las Vegas photographer on sunrise versus sunset sessions, why the ground heat matters more than the air temperature, and when midday is the right call.
Newborn · September 10, 2026
Is newborn photography safe for your baby in Las Vegas?
A Las Vegas newborn photographer on what actually keeps a baby safe in a session, which poses are composites, and what the desert heat changes.
Newborn · September 9, 2026
How much do newborn photos cost in Las Vegas?
A Las Vegas newborn photographer on what a session really costs here, what the $450 covers, and the three pricing models you are actually comparing.
Family · September 8, 2026
What should you wear for family photos in Las Vegas?
A Las Vegas family photographer on the colors that hold up against red rock, how to coordinate four people without matching, and dressing for desert heat.
Maternity · September 7, 2026
How much do maternity photos cost in Las Vegas?
A Las Vegas maternity photographer explains what a session really costs here, what the $350 covers, and where the rest of the local market sits.
Couples · September 6, 2026
Where should you take engagement photos in Las Vegas?
A Las Vegas couples photographer on choosing an engagement location, why Red Rock needs a timed-entry reservation from October 1, and four alternatives.
Newborn · September 5, 2026
How do you prepare your house for a newborn photo session in Las Vegas?
A Las Vegas newborn photographer on getting your house ready: the thermostat setting, which window to pick, and the parts that genuinely do not matter.
Newborn · September 4, 2026
How old should a baby be for newborn photos in Las Vegas?
A Las Vegas newborn photographer on the five to fourteen day window, what changes after three weeks, and when to book so your date is still open.
Family · September 3, 2026
When should you book fall family photos in Las Vegas?
A Las Vegas family photographer on why October is the real window for fall photos here, and what changes the moment the clocks go back on November 1.
Newborn · September 2, 2026
Should newborn photos be done in a studio or at home in Las Vegas?
A Las Vegas newborn photographer on choosing between a studio session and an in-home one, and why your windows usually decide it for you.
Maternity · September 1, 2026
Should your partner be in your maternity photos?
Yes, for about half the frames. A Las Vegas photographer on what a partner actually does during a maternity session, what to wear, and how to split the hour.
Maternity · September 1, 2026
Are in-home maternity photos worth it?
Yes, if you want calm over scenery. A Las Vegas photographer on what an in-home maternity session actually looks like, which room to use, and who it suits.
Maternity · August 31, 2026
Where can you take maternity photos at Red Rock Canyon?
Calico Basin, the Scenic Drive overlooks and the SR-159 pullouts. A Las Vegas photographer on where to shoot maternity photos at Red Rock, and when.
Maternity · August 30, 2026
What should you wear for maternity photos in the desert?
Wear flowing warm neutrals in fabric that moves with the wind. A Las Vegas photographer on fabrics, shoes, layers and what to bring to a desert session.
Maternity · August 29, 2026
How many weeks pregnant should you be for maternity photos?
The best weeks for maternity photos are 28 to 34. A Las Vegas photographer on choosing your date, what changes with twins, and when to book earlier.
Family · May 3, 2026
Everything You Need to Know About Family Photos with your Children
Your toddler won't be this age next year. A Las Vegas photographer's guide to family sessions with young children — locations, timing, and real tips.
Family · March 30, 2026
The Secret to Beautiful Family Photos with Toddlers? A Photographer Who Truly Gets Kids
How a Las Vegas photographer with 12 years of childcare experience captures authentic family photos that embrace toddlers' unpredictable energy.
Maternity · February 16, 2026
Las Vegas Maternity Photography Guide: Best Time, Outfits, Locations & Tips
Las Vegas maternity photography guide: the best time for maternity photos, what to wear, top locations, and tips for a beautiful maternity session.
Ready when you are
Let's make something you'll still love in twenty years
Tell me a little about your family and what you're hoping to hold onto. I answer every message myself, usually within a day.
Monday – Sunday, 9am – 7pm