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Mom and daughter sitting on the ground laughing hysterically.

Apr

22

2025

Let Your Kids Be Themselves - Family Portraits in NJ

Let's talk about the potential times when your deviate from our plans or expectations.I've got your back!  Just know that capturing the most meaningful moments and creating the best experience overall is my absolute top ...

Newborn baby boy yawning while laying on a bed.

Apr

08

2025

Elevate Memories: Rhiannon Livardo Photography's Offerings

Photographing any type of session makes me so happy.  The trust my clients put in me year after year does not go unnoticed!  One of my favorite sessions are my "Bump to Baby" sessions.. AKA Maternity and Newborn combo.  Witnessing ...

A variety of colorful bowls set up for a calming sound bath.

Apr

01

2025

Hiring a Photographer For Your Small Business

I absolutely love when I get the opportunity to work with another small business!  It is so important for businesses to invest in professional photography.  They can use these photos for their website, social media and marketing ...

A teenage girl sitting against a brick wall smiling at the camera.

Mar

26

2025

Tips For Feeling Comfortable In Front of the Camera

I'm not going to lie to you.. it's awkward to be in front of a camera!  That feeling is totally normal but there are four key ways to be comfortable.  Read below for the tips! 1.  Hire a photographer who you can connect ...

Mom holding newborn baby boy on the couch.

Mar

04

2025

Newborn Photography Tips

Newborn Photography Tips You have a beautiful newborn baby that you are madly in love with..  and you want to hire a professional photographer to capture these precious early moments of their life.  But, how do you prepare while ...

Feb

20

2025

Sometimes.. Simplicity is Key

One thing is for sure.. children grow and change in a blink of an eye!  This is especially true in their first year of life.  So, when my clients reach out to schedule their son or daughter's First Birthday Portraits a year after their ...

Mom and dad holding and kissing their newborn son.

Feb

04

2025

What is a Bump to Baby session?

What is a "Bump to Baby" session?A Bump to Baby session is a combo of a Maternity and Newborn session.  It's a beautiful way to highlight this exciting milestone in your family's lives!Who is included in a Bump to Baby session?Whoever is in ...

Family of five sitting together on the couch happily.

Jan

27

2025

How to Prepare Your Children for a Newborn Session

Are you an expecting parent who wants to schedule a Newborn Session with me but nervous that your older kids won't cooperate?  You are not alone!  This is such a common concern for parents but I can promise you with the steps below we will ...

Family of four walking together and holding hands among the beautiful Fall foliage.

Dec

30

2024

Sunset Magic at Cross Estate Gardens - Morris County Family Photographer

I can't believe the year 2024 is coming to an end.  For me, it has felt like one of the longest years.. so much has happened in my life; personal and professionally and I am grateful for all of it!To close out this years blog posts I'm excited ...

Father and daughter hugging at Verona Park.

Nov

20

2024

What Is It Like to Work with Bergen County's Family and Newborn Photographer?

Have you come across my website and social media pages and connected to the kind of photography I capture and want to learn what the process is?  Then this is the blog post for you!Below I go into detail the exact steps we take from ...

Nov

12

2024

How Can I Prepare For My Family Portrait Session?

TOP FIVE THINGS YOU CAN DO TO PREPARE FOR YOUR SESSIONThere are many things I do on my end to help you and myself prepare for our upcoming session.  But, there are a few things you as the client can do to prepare for our session as well!  ...

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