There’s no place like home for the holidays–but getting there can be stressful, especially if you have a new baby in tow. You can’t plan for everything, but following these tips for holiday travel with baby should help you get to your destination safe, sound, and ready to celebrate. Give Yourself Extra Travel Time As […]

If you follow Shannon Reece Jones Photography, you know I think that photos make the best gifts! They’re personal, classic, and done right, they can be timeless. With that in mind, here are my picks for best photo gifts: Gallery Wrapped Canvas Photos on canvas make absolutely stunning wall art and incredibly thoughtful gifts. These […]

Here in Houston, Texas, we’re lucky to have mild winters, which makes outdoor portrait photography a possibility year-round. But winter does present its own special challenges. If you’re planning to get pictures during the cold months, here are some 6 easy tips for successful winter portraits. Watch the Weather There’s not much worse than having […]

As a newborn photographer, my work is about more than just babies. It’s about the whole family! And yes, that means I’ve seen it all and I know it can be tricky for some kids to accept a new little one. Is this your situation? If you’re worried about how big brother or sister will […]

I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving! I know I had a fantastic time baking pies with my girls and mom and enjoying good food with the whole family. The holidays are often one of the only times people get together with extended family, which makes it the perfect time to get some pics! […]

Where has this year gone? Honestly, it feels like it’s gone by in a whirlwind! That’s one of the reasons I wanted to take a minute, with Thanksgiving right around the corner, to remember a few of the things I’m grateful for as a photographer. After all, if time is flying it must be because […]

Do you have thousands of photos on your electronic device, but none displayed around your home? While digital images are great–they take up no space and aren’t going to fade or discolor with time–there’s something special about a tangible photograph. Whether they’re your own family snapshots or professional portraits from a studio, here are 4 […]

Getting ready for your newborn photography session? I’m so excited for you! Whether you’ve already booked or are still shopping around, here are a few things you should know about how to prepare and get the most out of your baby’s photoshoot.   Do Your Research Just as every baby is different, every newborn photographer […]

November is one of those crazy months for photographers! You still have the usual newborn, maternity, and family photography sessions, plus holiday pictures on top of it all! I love the busyness and anticipation of the holidays, and it’s also fun to take time to enjoy whatever stage of life my clients are in. Here’s […]

I recently posted on social media a few fun facts about Shannon Reece Jones Photography so new clients could get to know my business a bit better. But, of course, it’s also nice to get to know your photographer as a person! So here goes: I’m a busy mom–just like you! I have three gorgeous […]