Marietta, GA Photography Blog

by Christian Michelle Photography

This family photography blog is a resource for clients and families looking for guidance, inspiration, and practical tips related to family photography in the Marietta, GA area and beyond. You’ll find articles covering everything from how to prepare for a photo session to what to wear, along with helpful insights designed to make the experience feel easier and more enjoyable.



New posts are added regularly, and topics are often inspired by real questions from clients. If there’s something you’d like to see covered, you’re always welcome to reach out with a suggestion.

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Couple walking dog through autumn forest with golden fallen leaves and tall trees in warm fall colors.
  • Families ·
  • Children ·
  • Tips & Tricks ·
  • Education

How to Protect Your Child’s Privacy in Family Photos

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  • Children ·
  • Tips & Tricks ·
  • Education
Framed autumn landscape painting above a wooden console table with dried floral arrangements in warm fall tones.
  • Education ·
  • Families

What to Do With Family Photos (After You Post Them)

  • Education ·
  • Families
Colorful circular icons set featuring business, productivity, and communication symbols in muted tones for web and app design.
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  • Education ·
  • Families ·
  • Holidays ·
  • Mini Sessions

The Problem With Atlanta Holiday Mini Sessions

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  • Education ·
  • Families ·
  • Holidays ·
  • Mini Sessions
Family of five posing by a lake surrounded by vibrant autumn foliage in a warm fall outdoor portrait.
  • Atlanta ·
  • Fall ·
  • Families

When Do Leaves Change in Atlanta? A Guide to Atlanta Fall Foliage

  • Atlanta ·
  • Fall ·
  • Families
A banner comparing candid vs posed family photos featuring two warm outdoor family portrait examples in decorative frames.
  • Families ·
  • Education

Candid vs. Posed Family Photos: Do You Have to Choose?

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  • Education
A collage of warm autumn family portrait sessions featuring groups and couples posed outdoors among golden foliage and natural light.
  • Atlanta ·
  • Education ·
  • Families

How Much Does Family Photography Cost in Atlanta?

  • Atlanta ·
  • Education ·
  • Families
Family of five posing in a sunlit wildflower field at golden hour, smiling warmly outdoors.
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  • Education

When Is the Best Time for Family Photos in Atlanta?

  • Families ·
  • Education
A series of five fall family portraits showing loving groups posed outdoors with autumn foliage and coordinated outfits in earth tones.
  • Fall ·
  • Families ·
  • what to wear ·
  • Education

Best Colors For Fall Family Photos

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  • Families ·
  • what to wear ·
  • Education
A joyful family shares playful moments together in a sun-drenched meadow at golden hour.
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  • Education ·
  • Just For Fun

Family Photography Tips for Reluctant Dads: A Lighthearted Guide

  • Families ·
  • Education ·
  • Just For Fun
mom and dad lay on a blanket and play with 2 older children before welcoming new baby
  • Families ·
  • Maternity ·
  • Children

Making the Most of Your Family Maternity Session: Tips for Including Older Siblings

  • Families ·
  • Maternity ·
  • Children
Family of four holding hands walking on rocky terrain with autumn hills in the background.
  • Families ·
  • Tips & Tricks

How to Look Natural on Camera

  • Families ·
  • Tips & Tricks
Two red-haired brothers sharing a sweet moment with their fluffy reddish-hair dog outdoors during golden hour sunset family photo session
  • Education ·
  • Families

The Key to Amazing Family Photos: A Photographer’s Best Tips

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  • Families

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