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Lori Pickens

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Welcome to another exciting featured episode on Photo Goals with Lori Pickens, where I tackle the most pressing concerns of photographers and creative entrepreneurs. I’m addressing a topic that many dread – tax time. My episode, “Tax Time Made Easy: Tips for Photographers and Creative Businesses”, is here to shed light on this often daunting […]

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Tax Time Made Easy: Essential Tips for Photographers

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Are you tired of setting goals only to see them fizzle out? It’s a struggle many of us face. But the good news is, you’re not alone and there are proven strategies to help you overcome this hurdle. In this episode, we’ll be exploring powerful goal-setting techniques specifically tailored for photographers. These strategies aren’t just […]

Mastering Goal Setting Strategies in Your Photography Business

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Every single line means something. (Jean-Michel Basquiat) Welcome to another exciting feature in my photography tutorials. Today, we’re about to go on a fascinating journey into the world of lines – but not just any lines. Remember those composition classes you took as a beginner? I’m sure you’ve heard about leading lines, but today, I’m […]

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The Power of Lines: A Photography Tutorial

Photography Tips

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The holiday season is upon us, and it’s a magical time to capture those special family moments. Whether you’re looking to embrace the splendor of the changing seasons or to make your photos with the sparkle of Christmas cheer, now is the best time for your Christmas family photoshoot. As a seasoned family photographer, I’ve […]

How to Plan for Your Christmas Photography Session

Families, Holiday

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Your senior year is an exciting milestone and what better way to commemorate this pivotal moment than with a personalized senior photo session? Whether you’re a seasoned pro in front of the camera or a little camera-shy, planning your senior session can bring up a lot of questions. That’s where I come in. As a […]

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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Sessions

Seniors

girl standing in the flower field with her arms placed on the boy's shoulder aknd them smiling in front. Boy posing in a field for a photography session near Marietta, OH. Lori Pickens Photography took the picture and is based out of Parkersburg, WV
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I have found that field sessions are timeless throughout the year and are one of the best locations to have a photography session. There’s something magical about capturing your family’s story amidst nature’s backdrop. From Parkersburg to Marietta, we have many to choose from but my favorite spot is my field at Fresh Pickens Farm […]

Sibling Field Session

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