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I just wrapped another year of fall portraits! In addition to my full family sessions, I offer specialty seasonal mini sessions on my private, Dahlonega GA farm located just an hour north of Atlanta. Today, I selected a few of my favorites for an Atlanta Fall Mini Recap! What is an Fall Mini Session? Mini […]

Atlanta Fall Mini Session Recap | Atlanta Family Photographer

Image of classic girl nursery decor with a newborn baby laying in a white crib with acrylic front and a watercolor name painting hanging on the wall flanked by two gold palm frond wall art pieces.

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One of my favorite parts of Alpharetta in-home newborn photography is being able to work in a space with incredible classic girl nursery decor! Each nursery is different and tells a unique story for each family. This recent session had a unique and beautiful nursery design that may inspire your baby girl’s nursery! If you […]

Classic Girl Nursery Decor from an Alpharetta Newborn Session

What to wear for photos with Santa: Children's outfits for photos with Santa in red.

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Parents, as a mom myself planning Santa outfits for my children I know just how important this time with Santa is. So, let me guide you through my wardrobe planning process for classic portraits with Santa that will never go out of style! I’ll be sharing my top four outfit planning tips for what to […]

What to Wear for Photos with Santa

Landscape portrait of a rustic cabin and fall foliage on the property of Half Mile Farm.

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This year I made extra special plans for my birthday at Half Mile Farm. I took unplugged from everything and had a special mom vacation all to myself! Earlier this year my husband and I visited Highlands, NC and Old Edwards Inn. We had the best experience so I knew this was the perfect choice […]

Highlands NC Travel Guide featuring the Old Edwards Inn & Half Mile Farm

Parents pose smiling at their one year old boy in front of a white brick home with lush green hydrangeas surrounding them for an Alpharetta family photography session.

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Many people wrongly assume that amazing portraits require big dramatic moments or complicated sets. But I believe the most beautiful images can come from the simplest moments. This Alpharetta family photography session is the perfect example of how the most incredible photos can come quiet and beautiful moments. Enjoy this special family session feature as […]

Session Feature | Alpharetta Family Photography

Moodboard for fall family photo outfits

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Wondering what to wear for your fall family photos? This is the perfect blog for you! I’m a family photographer serving clients in my Roswell, Georgia studio, on location, and at my private farm in Dahlonega. Fall is my busiest season of the year! Families from all over the Atlanta area join me for fall […]

What to Wear for Fall Family Photos

Examples of what to wear for family photos including 5 shirts that are neutral in color and three pairs of slacks.

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The most common questions all family photographers get from clients is what to wear for family photos. As a newborn and family photographer based in Roswell, Georgia, I’ve learned tips and tricks for how to select outfits that will photograph well and coordinate easily with the whole family. In this blog post I’m sharing tips […]

What to Wear for Family Photos | Dads

UGA themes birthday party with boxwood wall and large 2.

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I’m best known as a newborn and family photographer serving Roswell and the northern Atlanta area. I work closely with families to capture all their special memories. I was honored to be invited to document this amazing UGA themed birthday party for a very special two year old. This family of faithful University of Georgia […]

UGA Themed “Back TWO Back” Birthday Party

Headshot of Roswell Newborn Photographer Grace Emily.

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Ever wonder what it’s really like when you book a Roswell newborn photographer? I’m Grace, newborn and family photographer with a private, natural light studio in downtown Roswell Georgia. I serve families with photography sessions in my studio and on location with an easy, straight forward experience and timeless photos that bright and full of […]

Roswell Newborn Photographer | The Grace Emily Experience

Portrait of a one year old girl in a white dress with a large white bow on her headband.

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As an Alpharetta newborn photographer, I get to see just how quickly baby’s grow and change during that first year! That first year of life is full of so much change and it flies by. I believe each stage is beautiful in its own way and deserves to be documented. This is why I offer […]

The First Year Membership | Alpharetta Newborn Photographer

Mother holding her baby while her toddler son hugs her legs during fall family photos in Dahlonega.

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I’m sharing some fall family activities in Dahlonega! So what do family photos have to do with fall family activities in Dahlongea? Well in the South, fall is by far the busiest season for family photographers. Getting family portraits taken once the temperature begins to drop is a tradition for many Southern families. It’s a […]

4 Fall Family Activities in Dahlonega Georgia

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Meet Our Santa! Meet Grace E. Photography’s magical Santa! He is absolutely WONDERFUL and has greeted many of our Atlanta families over the last two years. He is already on the calendar for 2023 & we can’t wait! Santa is very soft-spoken, interacts with children as if they are the best of friends, and truly […]

Santa Mini Sessions: The 2nd Annual Santa Experience | Roswell, Georgia

Roswell Family Photographer

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Looking for a Roswell newborn & family photographer? So, what really makes Grace Emily Photography different than other Roswell newborn & family photographers? There are so many reasons, but here are the top six ways that Grace does things differently! 1. Personal: As a Roswell Newborn & Family Photographer, I always start with a quick […]

Roswell Newborn & Family Photographer | What Makes Grace Emily Photography Different?

Twins in crib taken by Atlanta, GA photographer

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My first in-home Atlanta Newborn Twin Session of 2023 is officially in the books! What a great morning it was meeting & documenting the Simpson family & identical twin girls + big sister in their Atlanta home. This Atlanta lifestyle newborn twin session was definitely unforgettable! We captured timeless memories that’ll be cherished for many, […]

Atlanta Newborn Twin Session | Atlanta Georgia

Atlanta newborn portrait

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I’m so excited to share with you my favorite newborn products for portraits & everyday life! There are so many newborn products to sift through! As a mom with two young children & a Alpharetta newborn portrait photographer, it was past time to share all my favorite portrait & everyday products with you. These products […]

Favorite Newborn Products for Portraits & Everyday Life | Alpharetta Newborn Photographer

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Newborn photography is a special moment for families, and I aim to make it a stress-free and simple experience that families truly enjoy. As a family and newborn photographer serving Atlanta and surrounding areas, I’ve gathered plenty of tips and suggestions to help families when preparing for their studio newborn portrait session. From scheduling the […]

Preparing for Your Studio Newborn Portrait Session | Roswell Newborn Photographer

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I know the thought of having a photographer in your home for lifestyle newborn photos in your home can seem overwhelming. But, your HOME is the special place you have so lovingly prepared for your baby, so why not document your growing family in the comfort of your own home? It truly is an honor […]

Lifestyle Newborn Photos At Home | Roswell, GA

Johns Creek maternity session, outdoor lifestyle session

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Maternity sessions are one of my favorite types of sessions to capture. Getting to chat about baby names, nursery prep and just share in the excitement with my clients is a true joy. In today’s post, I’m giving you three reasons to make sure you get your maternity session booked before baby arrives. I know […]

3 Reasons To Book A Maternity Session + Garrard Landing Park, Roswell Georgia

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As an Atlanta newborn photographer and mom with two young children, I totally get that there are SO factors to consider when it comes to how to find the perfect newborn photographer for your family. A newborn portrait session is a day that families have been looking forward to for many months! It’s so important […]

How to Find the Perfect Newborn Photographer for Your Family

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If you’ve lived in Georgia for any length of time, you know that the fall is everyone’s favorite time to have family portraits taken. The vibrant colors of changing leaves make the perfect backdrop for updated photos. However, any southern resident will tell you that Georgia’s weather is always unpredictable. If you’ve ever worried about […]

3 Reasons To Book Your Portrait Session At The Studio

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Hurray! You’ve made it through the holiday season and had the perfect family photos on hand for all the things: your holiday card, that new digital photo frame for the grandparents, and maybe even new family portraits for your living room. Some of the best uses for your maternity, newborn, or family photography sessions are […]

My Guide to Unique Photo Gift Ideas | Alpharetta Newborn Photographer

Evelyn wears beautiful heirloom smocks made by her grandmother - Milton, Georgia Six-Month Milestone Session by Grace Emily Photography

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There’s nothing I love more than documenting growing families and witnessing the seasons of their lives. It would be tough to pick a favorite type of session: from maternity to newborns, family, and children milestone sessions. They’re all such a joy for me! But in my years so far as a North Atlanta family photographer, […]

Milton, Georgia Six-Month Milestone Session

A new family snuggles in a nursery. North Georgia Photographer FAQ with Grace Emily

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North Georgia Photographer FAQ – Everything You Need to Know! As a professional North Georgia photographer, I’ve gotten to work with so many amazing families! Getting to watch my client’s journey from an expecting couple to parenthood makes my heart so happy! I’ve been asked lots of questions about preparing for photoshoots, timing, and location, […]

North Georgia Photographer FAQ – Everything You Need to Know!

New parents admire their beautiful baby during their in-home lifestyle newborn session, documented by Grace Emily Photography in Sandy Springs, Georgia.

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Visiting a family for their in-home lifestyle newborn session is something I really love to do. Welcoming a new baby is such an incredible moment in a family’s life and history together, and capturing those memories is one of my favorite parts of being a Sandy Springs, Georgia Photographer. As the years pass, the photos […]

How to Prepare for an In-Home Lifestyle Newborn Session | Sandy Springs, Georgia Photographer

A toddler and baby smile in the studio. Studio Photo Session, Grace Emily Photography, Alpharetta Photographer

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There are a lot of reasons I love outdoor photography sessions here at our private family farm. There are just as many reasons I enjoy the sessions that take place in my cozy natural light studio, though! For growing families, especially, scheduling a studio photo session can be more convenient, flexible, and easier to manage.  […]

The Benefits of Booking A Studio Photo Session | Alpharetta Photographer

A father and mother smile at their newborn daughter. Alpharetta Newborn Photographer Emily Grace captures precious in-home moments.

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As a photographer for Alpharetta families, I’ve had the pleasure of documenting many beautiful moments and seasons of life for parents and their children. One of my favorite types of sessions is creating timeless newborn photos for parents to treasure.  Of course, newborn babies are so sweet. But there’s something about capturing those fleeting moments […]

My Secrets for Timeless Newborn Photos | Alpharetta Newborn Photographer

A pregnant mother, father, and child smile together. Grace Emily Photography shares tips for how to involve siblings in maternity photos.

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A new baby brings a lot of exciting changes for growing families! And for big siblings, it’s quite the shift in their universes. Whether they’re already brothers and sisters, or this is the first little sibling they’ll welcome, adding a new baby to family dynamics isn’t always easy for kids. That’s why it’s key to […]

How to Involve Siblings in Maternity Photos | Atlanta Maternity Photographer

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