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From Fresh 48s to Sitter Sessions
What a joy it is when "my" newborns return for a sitter session! During his Fresh 48 at Catskill Regional Medical Center, Mason was SO...

Jill Smith
Oct 8, 20181 min read


When Clients are Heros
I'm pretty sure that every year when I share their session sneak peek, I talk about how long I've been working with the Kubenik family,...

Jill Smith
Oct 6, 20182 min read


A Versatile Space
If you walked into my Liberty, New York studio, you'll see that it was designed and meant for babies and young children. There's a crib...

Jill Smith
Oct 1, 20181 min read


The Beauty of Trust
I've worked with Cassy and her family for about 3 or 4 years now and they are always a pleasure. Building a trusting relationship with...

Jill Smith
Sep 30, 20181 min read


Welcome Home Teddy!
Oversharing, as I tend to do. But this in home newborn session is extra special to me. Allie and Abbey are family, and knowing their...

Jill Smith
Sep 25, 20181 min read


First Twins in the Studio!
I am absolutely oversharing from this session with the Hennessy boys, but how could I not? Brayden and Anders were my first ever set of...

Jill Smith
Aug 28, 20181 min read


Tricky Ages to Photograph
Some ages are trickier to photograph than others. Babies 2-5 months fall into the tricky category because they're not really newborns...

Jill Smith
Aug 14, 20181 min read


Beautiful BOHO Catskills Senior Session
I am definitely oversharing from Taylor's senior session, last night. What do the kids say? #sorrynotsorry How could I not? From her...

Jill Smith
Jul 20, 20181 min read


Egg Farm Senior Session
A beautiful night spent at Brey's Egg Farm with Livingston Manor Central School Senior Rep, Cary Ihlefeldt. Thank you so much for...

Jill Smith
Jul 10, 20181 min read


Free Class on Understanding Your Camera
What a great group of people today who attended our "Understanding Your Camera" classes, and two absolutely perfect models. Amanda of A....

Jill Smith
Jul 8, 20181 min read


The Challenge of Maintaining Consistency
I remember the first time I shared my work in a forum of other photographers asking for constructive criticism. It was about 4 or 5 years...

Jill Smith
Jul 5, 20182 min read


Lake Anawanda Family Session
I love this family! This is my third summer evening spent at their lake house. The first was a lifestyle session when their oldest,...

Jill Smith
Jul 2, 20181 min read


Overcoming Complacency for the Creative
For any creative mind, complacency is a dangerous thing to slip into. I've found that monotony and repetition in non challenging work can...

Jill Smith
Jun 30, 20181 min read


How to Get Comfortable In Front of the Camera
My #1 goal with my lifestyle sessions is making sure my clients are comfortable. Lifestyle photography cannot happen otherwise. The truth...

Jill Smith
Jun 24, 20181 min read


Why I Include Black and White Versions of Each Photo in Your Gallery
Did you know that all of my clients' galleries include black and white versions of each photo? Why do I offer this? Believe it or not,...

Jill Smith
Jun 20, 20181 min read


A Beautiful Catskills Maternity Session
A few weekends ago I met up with the Howes at their weekend home in Bovina Center. I had never been up that way and it was such a treat....

Jill Smith
Jun 12, 20181 min read


What You're Paying For When You Hire a Professional Photographer
It was a pleasure to work with Ashley and her daughters again. It had been a few years, and Ashley told me about some professional...

Jill Smith
Jun 11, 20182 min read


Another Big Announcement!
Since October, I've been quietly working on my most exciting and fulfilling collaboration to date. So I am OVER. THE. MOON. to...

Jill Smith
Jun 7, 20181 min read


Wild Roots Farm
Yesterday, the Gillingham family welcomed me into their home with open arms. What I found at Wild Roots Farm was so much more than I...

Jill Smith
May 31, 20181 min read


It Takes a Village
It takes a village. That's why when I was asked if Auntie could be included in some of Tammy's Mommy & Me session I was more than happy...

Jill Smith
May 5, 20181 min read
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