Oh, Tannenbaum Photography

06/15/2026

Nothing quite compares to golden hour light.

But at this time of year, if you want that dreamy evening light, you have to wait until 8 pm. That can seem daunting when you have little kids.

To make this time of day work during summer, I recommend picking a location your kids will find exciting. If they like exploring and running around, choose a large park with open fields. If they love playing in the water, let's meet at a park with a creek they can get into. Or make the location exciting by bringing something for them to do, like flying kites, blowing bubbles (which I have in my bag), or playing games like tag. Snacks always help when little ones start to feel sleepy, too.

I have found in all my years of doing summer golden hour sessions that kids can handle a later start time and behave better than most parents expect, because it's a new experience.

However, if it's too late in the day for your family, you can always opt for a sunrise session (if you start early enough on a sunny morning, you can still get a warm glow) or wait for Fall when the sun sets a little earlier.

My Fall Calendar goes live in August!

San Antonio Family Photographer

06/09/2026

Summertime in the city you love...what could be better?

This Mommy & Me session from last summer was so fun. We got to slow down and take our time walking along the river. We explored, played, and took in the sights in the morning before the heat got too overwhelming.

I love when Moms schedule photos as a play date with their kids. Especially when it's with one kid, to give them some individual attention, which can be so hard when you have more than one kid.

And what better way to soak up time together before your youngest begins school than a photo session, just you and them, where you spend some quality time together exploring your city?

San Antonio Family Photographer
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06/05/2026

I believe your baby's "cake smash session" should be about celebrating their first year of life together, you and them side by side. And what better way to do just that than staying at home, enjoying their first bites of cake on the table you eat at together every day?

San Antonio Newborn Photographer
San Antonio Family Photographer
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06/01/2026

Can we have our newborn photo session outdoors? YES!

Can we bring our dogs? Absolutely YES!

Can you recommend a good park? YUP!

This time of year is perfect for taking your newborn photos outdoors, so if you're an outdoorsy family, you may absolutely incorporate your love for nature into your photos.
There are only a few differences between photos in your home, at a studio, or outdoors. Aside from the obvious that the backdrop is different, the main difference is that you have to bring everything you think you may need with you...and that changing into something new is more difficult.

But otherwise, we can achieve many of the same poses. You still cuddle and love on your little one. And you still walk away with cherished memories you can look back on for years to come.

Are you interested in an outdoor newborn session?

San Antonio Newborn Photographer
Austin Newborn Photographer
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05/20/2026

Your baby's first birthday isn't just a milestone for them to celebrate. It's one for you, too. And you should celebrate it together.

You spent the year caring for them, raising them, sacrificing for them, loving them. You deserve to celebrate with them.

Most of the time when a mom books a session to commemorate their baby's first bday I tell them "you can be in the photos, too" but am often told "no, no this is about them." I'm here to tell you it's OK to be in their bday photos.Itss not selfish or taking their spotlight. They'll get plenty of solo photos. And they'll love those when they're older. But what they'll love even more are the photos of them WITH you.

So this is your sign to get in the photo, especially when your photographer offers you the chance. You'll never regret it.

(there are SO many more to share from this milestone session, too, so stick around)

San Antonio Newborn Photographer
San Antonio Family Photographer

05/12/2026

Honored to announce three of my images were chosen for Lifestyle Photographer's Association's Family Portraits Volume 1 for 2026.

You can find the all of the winning images here:

Welcome to the Lifestyle Photographers Association's 2026 v01 gallery of Family Portraits. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of lifestyle photography with our collection of stunning images that showcase the true essence of life. These remarkable portraits, captured by talented artists from a...

05/12/2026

3 Tips for an enjoyable photo session with kids:
1. Pick a location they already love and are familiar with
2. Include an activity they enjoy
3. Have fun WITH them

Those three things go a long way in having a successful photo session. Your kids will already be excited for photo day. There's no pressure for them to sit still and smile for a photo because they're playing instead.

If you want to incorporate an activity in your session or a specific location, let me know in your initial inquiry. I'll provide suggestions for locations that work best and time of day.

San Antonio Family Photographer
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05/06/2026

Who's the bestest big brother?

He is, for sure. The goodest boy. Happiest pup.

If you want your pets to join you at your photo session this summer but worried about the heat or not being able to let them off leash (which I don't recommend unless they are very well trained at sit and stay), then a studio or at-home session may be the right fit for you and your fur babies.

This beautiful boy kinda stole the show as he'd come in and out of photos. We'd throw his tennis ball in between photos that didn't include him and love on him when he was included in photos. And when you want a mix of photos with and without your pets, a studio is a safe space to do that without worrying about how you're going to tie their leash to something.

I have more photos with him to share later on. But for now, enjoy phots of this stunning mom-to-be.

San Antonio Maternity Photographer
San Antonio Newborn Photographer
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05/01/2026

Family photos are about so much more than getting a few photos where everyone is smiling at the camera. It's not about the photos you put on a card, or print above the mantel, or share with your friends and family online. It's about capturing the moments you spend together as a family. It's about documenting the things you love most about your kids - their quirks, their favorite toys, their smiles, the way their hand fits inside yours, the way your shoes are too big for them.

And what better way to capture all of that than a photo session doing something you love doing as a family?

This family loves camping in their Airstream and are making the most of their weekends with their kids, so it only made sense to turn something that feels like an ordinary weekend getaway into a magical photo session for them.

A session filled with Pokemon, football, campfires, s'mores, and grilling...what more could you ask for?

San Antonio Family Photographer
Austin Family Photographer
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04/27/2026

My ideal morning?

This.

An in-home newborn session where I witness your bond with your new baby. It's slow, peaceful, and full of cuddles, laughs, and cuteness.

Your newborn can be anywhere between 2 weeks old and 3 months old for their newborn session with me, so if you aren't quite ready to plan a photo session before they arrive, there is still time once you bring them home from the hospital to plan a session when they're a little bit older.

San Antonio Newborn Photographer
Austin Newborn Photographer