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Enjoy these keepsakes from families I’ve photographed. You will find my favorite locations, resources, and tips to help you and your family organize your session.

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Summer sunset family portraits in Emerald Isle, North Carolina by Swansboro Photographer Samantha Ann Photo.

When Is the Best Time of Year for Family Photos in Emerald Isle and Swansboro, NC

July 20, 2026

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  • Beach,
  • Lifestyle,
  • PARENTING,
  • Photography Tips,
  • Printing and Photo Gifts,
  • Seniors
Beach maternity photographer in Swansboro, NC. Emerald Isle beach family photos by studio photographer Samantha Ann Photo.

A Slower Kind of Session: What a Beach Maternity Session Really Feels Like

June 22, 2026

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  • Beach,
  • Lifestyle,
  • MATERNITY,
  • PARENTING,
  • Photography Tips

What to Wear for Emerald Isle Family Photos

June 18, 2026

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  • Beach,
  • Lifestyle,
  • Photography Tips

What to Expect at a Newborn Photography Session (Especially If You’re Tired, Nervous, or Overwhelmed)

May 4, 2026

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  • NEWBORN,
  • Photography Tips
Newborn baby sleeping peacefully in neutral tones, posed on a soft blanket in a Swansboro NC photography studio

What to Do With Your Newborn Photos So They Don’t Sit on Your Phone Forever

April 27, 2026

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  • NEWBORN,
  • Photography Tips

Personal Branding Photography for Small Business Owners in Swansboro, NC

April 7, 2026

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  • HEADSHOTS,
  • Lifestyle,
  • Local Music,
  • Photography Tips,
  • STUDIO
first birthday cake smash photography in swansboro nc studio. photos to take the first year by photographer Samantha Ann Photo near hubert

Favorite Ideas for First Birthday Cake Smash Photos (From a Photographer Who Sees It All)

March 23, 2026

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  • STUDIO,
  • Photography Tips,
  • PARENTING,
  • NEWBORN

The Moment She’ll Never Forget: Why Hiring a Photographer for Your Proposal Matters

March 17, 2026

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  • ENGAGEMENT,
  • Beach,
  • Lifestyle,
  • Photography Tips
top photography props and accessories for first birthday cake smash photos by Samantha Ann Photo studio photographer swansboro Emerald Isle

My Favorite Accessories for First Birthday Cake Smash Photos

March 9, 2026

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  • Photography Tips,
  • Printing and Photo Gifts,
  • NEWBORN,
  • PARENTING,
  • STUDIO

Studio Maternity in Classic White: A conversation about keeping this season simple

March 3, 2026

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  • Photography Tips,
  • STUDIO,
  • MATERNITY,
  • PARENTING,
  • NEWBORN

What Professionals in Swansboro Actually Use Their Headshots For (It’s More Than You Think)

February 24, 2026

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  • HEADSHOTS,
  • Lifestyle,
  • Photography Tips,
  • STUDIO

Senior Portraits on the Coast: Confidence, Light, and New Beginnings

February 9, 2026

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  • Seniors,
  • Printing and Photo Gifts,
  • Photography Tips,
  • PARENTING,
  • Lifestyle
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