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We’ve officially reached fall. That means its time to buckle down and book your fall or holiday session for 2026. This year, I’m offering three outdoor fall experiences, two outdoor holiday experiences, a new studio holiday option and an in-home holiday experience. Whether you’re looking for colorful fall foliage, a quick seasonal update, Christmas trees, […]

Fall & Holiday Session Offerings for 2026

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A Outfit & Color Palette Guide for Fall Family Photos from a NYC and Long Island Lifestyle Photographer You found the photographer and the location and learned the best dos and don’ts for fall family photos on my previous blog. Now you’re wondering which color palette may be best for your family. This guide is […]

Fall Family Photo Color Palettes & Outfit Ideas

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A Styling Guide for Fall Family Photos from a NYC and Long Island Lifestyle Photographer You found the photographer and the location, but now you’re stumped on what everyone should wear. The outfits you choose for your session have a bigger impact on your final images than you may realize. This fall styling guide is […]

What to Wear for Fall Family Photos

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Three fall session offerings for 2026 in Queens and Nassau NY with Erica Ruvio Photography Fall is the most popular time of the year for family sessions. Rightfully so as the temperature is perfect and the landscape sets such a beautiful backdrop with its changing leaves and golden light. Its the perfect setting to allow […]

A Guide to 2026 Fall Session Offerings

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Not sure if a Signature Outdoor or Seasonal Offering is for you? Learn the difference.

What is a Signature Outdoor Session?

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All you need to know about September’s Wildflower Sessions, a seasonal offering Beautiful Late Summer Magic Although school will have started, most of September is still summer and the weather reminds us of this. Celebrate the season surrounded by colorful, blooming flowers. These sessions capture all the beauty of late summer before autumn arrives. Perfect […]

All You Need to Know about Wildflower Sessions in Bayside Queens

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Explore the fall foliage locations I photograph at throughout Queens and Long Island, learn when to book, and discover how timing and styling come together for your family photos.

Fall Foliage Family Photos: Locations, Timing & Planning Tips

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There are so many beautiful locations throughout Queens and Long Island for golden hour family and maternity photographs. When you’re deciding where to have your session, it can be hard to know which location is the right fit. The truth is, there isn’t one perfect location. The best location is the one that fits your […]

How to Choose the Perfect Golden Hour Location for Your Family | Queens & Long Island, NY

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Now offering in-home lifestyle milestone sessions. Whether you’re looking for a sitter session, first birthday, cake smash, playful sink bath or simply want to document your baby’s growing personality, these sessions are designed to capture this exciting stage of childhood in a natural and meaningful way. In-home milestone sessions are centered entirely around your baby […]

In-Home Sitter and First Birthday Milestone Photography in Queens & Nassau Counties

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Summer on Long Island and around NYC is full of adventure for families. From charming coastal towns and sandy beaches to sunflower fields, zoos, vineyards and local family owned farms, there’s no shortage of ways to make the most of the season together. Read on for seven of the best family-friendly day trips across Queens, Brooklyn and Long Island to add to your summer bucket list.

Best Summer Day Trips for Queens, Brooklyn and Long Island Families | A Family Photographer’s Guide

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