Woods, Wolfhounds and Wonder: My Family Photo Session

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Woods, Wolfhounds and Wonder: My Family Photo Session

In a stunning autumn landscape, where the deep, rich colors of the season adorned the dense wooded forest, my family photo session unfolded like a beautiful story. As Val Westover’s wife, I was thrilled to step into this picturesque setting, accompanied by two of our beloved Irish Wolfhounds. The rustic charm of the forest, with its lush greenery and tranquil ambiance, provided the perfect backdrop for capturing the essence of my unique family portrait.

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When is the Right Time for a High School Senior Photo Session?

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When is the Right Time for a High School Senior Photo Session?

As the school year begins, high school seniors and their families begin to think about capturing this monumental milestone in their lives. While any time of year is suitable for a senior photo session, there are several factors to consider that can help you make the most of this special occasion. 

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High School Senior's Graduation Photo Session in Bloom

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High School Senior's Graduation Photo Session in Bloom

As the school year comes to a close, high school seniors across the nation prepare to celebrate one of the most significant milestones of their lives: graduation. It's a moment filled with pride, hope, and anticipation for the future. At Val Westover Photography, we understand the importance of preserving these memories through stunning photography. Recently, we had the pleasure of capturing a beautiful graduation photo session for a high school senior surrounded by vibrant flowers.

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Reno Family Photographer: Photo of the Day

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Reno Family Photographer: Photo of the Day

At Val Westover Photography, we cherish the moments that families create together, and today’s featured image beautifully encapsulates that sentiment. Captured at sunset, this stunning photograph showcases a father, a mother, and their young daughter standing gracefully in a serene lake, surrounded by the enchanting glow of the setting sun.

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Top 5 Family Portrait Outdoor Locations - Orange County

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Top 5 Family Portrait Outdoor Locations - Orange County

When it comes time to update your family portraits, one of the most important things to consider is location. The location you choose will become the backdrop to portraits of you and your family that will most likely be seen for generations to come.

According to our family portrait clients, here are the top 5 most desired Orange County outdoor family portrait locations.

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Including Your Pets in Your Family Portraits

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Including Your Pets in Your Family Portraits

Stephanie and I have always had dogs, cats, birds and horses in our lives. All of our children have grown up with a house full of loving animals. We would always try to include our pets in our family portraits whenever possible, which created wonderful family memories.

We encourage those who have pets to include them in their own family portraits, as we have many pet friendly outdoor portrait locations.

The Cohee family included their spectacular horse and their beautiful dog in their last family portrait session. The rustic natural trail was the perfect backdrop for their family portraits…

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