Forsyth Photography

11/22/2025

Mama, I've been there and I know what you want! That golden shot of everyone looking at the camera and smiling! And I promise you I always get the shot 😎

But why and how?! Glad you asked! 💁🏼‍♀️

Don’t get me wrong, I love the fun, interactive stuff. (I'm kinda known for it)

The tickles, the walking shots, maybe a lil chaos. But if I dont get “the shot,” it doesn’t matter how many cute prompts I did. You’re still going to be thinking, “But where’s the one of all of us actually smiling?”

Here’s how I handle it: I never jump straight to the stiff, “Say cheese” pose.

I warm you up first. Little prompts, some jokes, getting everyone relaxed even letting them hold on that security stuffy. SOOOO when we do take that looking-and-smiling photo, it’s actually genuine. No frozen faces. No forced grins.

We get the real smiles, we nail the one shot, and then we go have fun💃🏼

So what are you waiting for?!?! DM me ASAP for fall family photos before my 2025 books close🎉

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11/14/2025

What photos are you even paying for at a family session?

Here’s the must haves:

🎯 1. The Million dollar Shot – The classic, wall-worthy family photo of everyone looking and smiling
😆 2. Personality Pics – Kids being themselves and Mom and day playing with them! Real life stuff.
📚 3. Multiple depths – A mix of wide, medium, and close-up shots that show what the moment felt like.
✨ 4. Individuals– They're only this little once! Every one gets a regular and a silly shot of just them, even Mom and Dad!
🖼️ 5. Partner Shots– You actually with you kids and playing with them (since you're usually the one taking the photo), you and your spouse together, the kids with each other. The more time booked the more combinations we get!

Most importantly?

Youll get every good shot edited and sent to you! They're your memories and you shouldnt have to pay extra for them!🎉❤️

11/12/2025

Wedding Galley Deilvery Day MOOD 😎🎉

When your wedding gallery hits your inbox, don’t just scroll, celebrate!!!
This is the day all those memories, emotions, and tiny, beautiful details come rushing back. The laughter. The vows. The way your person looked at you when no one else was watching.

Make it a night to remember (again):
✨ Order your favorite takeout (or cook food from your wedding day!)
✨ Pour something bubbly.
✨ Light a candle or two.
✨ Queue up your first dance song.
✨ Hit “play” on your slideshow and let yourselves feel it all.

Because this isn’t just a gallery delivery it’s your memories, wrapped up and delivered to be relived.
Let it be the date night that takes you right back to the best day ever🎉❤️

11/10/2025

PLEASE take photos at your wedding venue!!!

Why?!?!

📸 1. Familiarity = Confidence.
You’ll already know how it feels to be photographed in that space, which means fewer nerves and way more natural smiles on your wedding day.

💡 2. A Lighting Test Run.
Your photographer can see exactly how light moves through the venue, and use that info to plan dreamy, flattering shots for your wedding day.

🌿 3. Double the Use, Double the Value.
You’re already paying for that beautiful location, so get the most out of it! Engagement + wedding = two sets of memories, one gorgeous backdrop.

💞 4. Storytelling Consistency.
Your engagement and wedding photos will flow together seamlessly, like two chapters in the same love story. (Your album will thank you.)👗 5. Creative Freedom.
Engagement sessions are low-pressure! You can explore the property, test poses, twirl, laugh, and even find new favorite photo spots you didn’t notice before.

🎉 6. Wedding-Day Prep Bonus.
Think of it as your “photo dress rehearsal.” You’ll see what works, what doesn’t, and how to feel comfortable in front of the camera and each other.

❤️ 7. Pure Sentimental Magic.
You’ll always remember that this was the place where your story came full circle; from “yes” to “I do.”

Because beautiful memories deserve beautiful photos. ✨

11/07/2025

What is a lifestyle newborn session?

Lifestyle newborn photography isn’t about ‘picture-perfect’. It’s about relaxed authenticity. No stiff posing, no studio lights, no pretending your baby hasn’t cried in three hours. Just the beautiful, real-life story of your family adjusting, bonding, and surviving on caffeine and cuddles.

I show up to your home, find the best natural light, and document your family exactly as you are. All the tiny yawns, the messy hair, the quiet magic in between. It’s your life, your way, your new chapter. Just with better lighting and an expert behind the camera who knows when to say, ‘okay, move that burp cloth out of the frame.’ ☕💛

Face redacted per parents request🥰

11/05/2025

What happens when I'm editing? EVERYTHING

Photos go through a whole editing "recipe":
Importing
Culling (choosing the good ones)
Preset (my signature vibrant look over all photos)
Fine tune (individual exposure and cropping)
Distractions (background people, light flares and blemishes)
Final look through
Export to
Emailed to you 🎉

Swipe for a before and after of one of my favorite ceremony shots to snap!

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10/01/2025

09/22/2025

May I present Mr. and Mrs. Frish!!!!! Photographed at the always stunning .redwoodcanyon 😍❤️

08/04/2025

Mr and Mrs Serrano everyone 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

12/10/2024

I don't think I've ever laughed as hard as I do whenever I'm with this family! To know the Limneos family is to know joy!

12/09/2024

First Annual Christmas Mini Photos were a success! I'm already making plans for next year's now 😍😍😍
This family came dressed like a literal Christmas catalog. I'm so obsessed with all the wonderful patterns and textures they added to their photos!