THE JOURNAL

Newborn session with family in studio captured on film and digital.

Family Maternity Session set in the iconic and stunning Columbia River Gorge backdrop.

Cozy In-Home Newborn Session with older sibling by Portland Newborn Photographer Emilie Phillipson Photography

Tips for helping your Family Photo Session go smoothly by Portland Family Photographer Emilie Phillipson Photography. Let’s start with a scenario. Scroll down, please. Scenario: You hired me for photos. You want dreamy images. You want candid images of your family. You want (correction: need) adorable, emotional photos of yourself with your babies. You want […]

Whenever I’ve scoured the internet to find inspirational studio maternity boudoir photos, the examples I come across always seem to leave me feeling a little bit underwhelmed. You know what I mean? When you just can’t find what you’re looking for, yet you can’t seem to quite put your finger on the reason why… But […]

When it comes to posed vs. candid family photos: what you can expect from me as your Portland Family Photographer.

What Does a Newborn Photo Session Cost in Portland Oregon? So, you know for sure that you need to do a newborn session, but not sure where to start or what to expect financially? I know it can be confusing, because you aren’t always comparing apples to apples at first glance. Some photographers charge a […]

What to know before planning your in-home newborn photo session in Portland, Oregon.

How to choose a color palette for your family session: 4 things to think about when deciding on your family photography session outfits! With Family Sessions in full swing, today I want to share a few tips for deciding your family’s wardrobe for your Portland photo session! As a mom of two, I know that […]

Why You Need to Hire a Family Photographer for Your Family Photos, with photos from the Taulbee Family Photo session in the Columbia River Gorge near Portland, Oregon

I’m sharing my top six photo locations for family photo sessions in the Portland area!