What to wear-Family Edition

But what do we wear!?

One of the most common questions I get before a session is: What should we wear? And I get it—choosing outfits for the whole family can feel overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. With a few simple tips and a focus on natural tones, your family can look beautifully coordinated and relaxed.

Start with mom. Her outfit often sets the tone for the whole family’s look. A soft, neutral dress with gentle movement photographs beautifully, especially in golden fall light. Once you’ve chosen her outfit, build everyone else’s wardrobe around that color palette—think earthy tones, soft whites, creams, taupes, warm grays, and gentle muted hues like dusty rose or sage. Choosing one color family and weaving it through everyone’s clothing keeps your photos feeling cohesive and timeless.

For girls, classic floral patterns or textured layers like knits, linen, or a simple ruffle detail add subtle interest without distracting. Boys look great in light-colored, stripe or button-down shirts, paired with neutral pants or rolled sleeves for a laid-back feel. And don’t overthink shoes—bare feet are always welcome, especially for little ones.

Accessories like hats, cardigans, or a simple hair bow can elevate your look without feeling fussy. The goal is to keep it natural and comfortable—something that feels like you, just a little more polished. When your wardrobe feels effortless, your session will too. Fall is a beautiful time of year, and these soft, neutral tones help keep the focus right where it belongs—on your family's connection.

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What to Expect-Mini Sessions

What to Expect from Your Holiday Mini Session

Holiday mini sessions may be short, but they’re full of purpose. In just 15–20 minutes, we’ll capture the joy, connection, and love that makes your family yours—without the stress of a long session or the pressure for everything to be “perfect.”

My style is light and airy, warm and timeless. I guide gently, never stiff or overly posed, so your images reflect what matters most: your connection. You won’t need to worry about your little ones sitting still or smiling just right—there’s room here for real moments. A quick leg hug, a spontaneous laugh, a quiet snuggle—these are the things we’ll lean into. You’ll be amazed by how much love and beauty we can capture in such a short window.

My holiday minis are held outdoors in beautiful, natural light with thoughtfully chosen backdrops that feel seasonal, but not overly styled—so your images feel timeless now and years from now. The session includes your full gallery of high-resolution images and a fast turnaround so you can enjoy and share them during the holidays. There will be multiple weekends at various locations around Chattanooga such as McCoy Farms, Point Park on Lookout Mountain, Renaissance Park, a Christmas tree farm, or even a private residence.

Sessions are $475 and book quickly. If you're hoping for relaxed, heartfelt family photos without the pressure of a full session, this is your moment.

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Welcome to the world baby L

Photographing in my client’s homes is such an honor. Over the years I have often thought of creating a studio, and although that is not completely off the table, I absolutely love the intimacy photographing in-home provides. For this session, throw in the fact that this sweet family wanted a lifestyle newborn session, what a bonus!

Some clients get nervous shooting in their home. Will it be clean enough, where will she shoot, what if I don’t have the right space?! I wish all parents could see that most homes, especially during the newborn phase are not kept to perfection. I have photographed newborns in small apartments with just one window for light, I will always find a way! I provide a Newborn Prep Guide to get you ready for your session and it addresses all the worries that most parents have leading up to their in-home newborn session. We also schedule a time for a complimentary consultation prior to your baby being born to iron out the details.

Reach out a couple of months before your baby is born and let’s chat about your newborn session. I am flexible with scheduling and love to include siblings and grandparents during a portion of the session as well. Contact me to get the party started!

Get to know your photographer!

Three things you might not know about me….I am the oldest of five children, my bachelor’s degree is not in any kind of art it’s actually in marketing and I love to watercolor paint! When I am not photographing babies, pregnant mommas, or families you can find me chasing around my 2.5 year old son, Sully, attending my 17 year old daughter Mady’s regatta or attending a concert with my husband, David. I love to travel, tend to my many plants and recently fuss over our vegetable garden! Special shout out to the Lipstick Plant featured in this photo, it’s my favorite plant inside at the moment and the perfect photo backdrop.

My grandmother, Hammaw (she’s 92!) is a watercolor artist. She taught me how to paint in my teens, but that skill escaped me until adulthood. Last year I picked it up again and it’s been the most calming and inspirational activity. It’s interesting when you create something you begin to look at the world a little differently. When I see trees now I study the shadow, and then I’ll think about the leaf color and how I would make that specific color with the little knowledge of color theory that I have. You don’t necessarily have to be great at it, and making something with your own two hands just feels good. It feel real. It feels human. Sometimes I will sit down to paint thinking twenty minutes have gone by and it’s been two whole hours! I do not keep many of my paintings, family and friends seem to like them so I gift anything that looks somewhat decent. Lately I have been making bookmarks, so if you’re a client and get a photo in the mail from me and I pop one in, you will know it was made with love!

The family photos are from the fall 2024 taken by the amazing Annette Heck.

K+M Motherhood Session in Chickamauga Georgia

A Perfect Spring Day at Creekside Flower Farm: A Mother-Daughter Photography Session Among Ranunculus Blooms near Chattanooga, Tennessee

Creekside Flower Farm in Chickamauga, Georgia, was pure magic for this mother-daughter session. One reason it’s so neat to be a family and baby photographer in Chattanooga is how close we are to beautiful places like Creekside. Their ranunculus field were in full bloom, with soft yellows, creamy whites, and pops of coral creating the perfect backdrop. The stems and leaves of the ranunculus added a dreamy charm to the photos. I loved this mom and baby’s sweet outfits, perfect for a spring time photoshoot. I have photographed for this momma starting with her wedding years ago. Every glance and giggle between her and her daughter is so precious, and capturing those sweet moments with them always seems effortless.

As the sun dipped lower, it cast the perfect light on these two. Most of the unplanned moments make the best photographs and you can see that in these images. Creekside Flower Farm didn’t just offer a stunning location; it gave us a chance to slow down and just smell the flowers. Perhaps we will make it back to this flower farm with two babies, this momma is welcoming a girl in September this year! Although I love a full family session, there’s something special about photographing mommas just with their babies. A motherhood session in Chattanooga with me (Soli Photography) is just the thing!