Family portraits freeze moments in time, allowing us to revisit the joy, love, and laughter that define our families. But what truly elevates a family portrait from a nice picture to a cherished memory? I believe the answer lies in capturing authentic interactions.

The thought of coordinating outfits for the whole crew can be enough to send even the most organized mom running for the hills. I am here to help. This guide will equip you with a simple formula for creating cohesive family photo looks while also introducing you to a secret weapon: my client wardrobe.

There is nothing quite like fall in Maplewood, New Jersey. It is my favorite time of year for outdoor family photos, and I will tell you why.

This is session number two of four scheduled with this amazing family! I loved being back in Central Park for the day.

This Manhattan mom wanted new sibling portraits for their gorgeous new apartment. It was so fun to document these cute kids in each of the four seasons!

I had so much fun taking this family’s fall family portraits at my favorite park in Essex County, NJ. We explored the park and played in the leaves with sweet baby Sam.

This fall, I found a new location near Short Hills, NJ, that I absolutely love. So, the question is, when should you book your fall family session?

I loved working with this Summit, NJ family to take both family and senior portraits. We worked together to find the perfect image to hang on the wall in their new home.

It was such a treat to take this family’s first portrait since little Winter was added to the family.

I loved working with this beautiful family. We created a gorgeous variety of images to document their life as new homeowners in Northern NJ.

I am so excited to share the most magical fall family portrait session in Verona Park in Northern NJ. This photoshoot was the perfect combination of traditional portraits that are perfect for updating the family wall gallery, as well as lifestyle images that captured the joy, excitement, and wildness of life with little ones.

Preserve your family memories in an heirloom album so you can relive your fun lifestyle family portrait session from when the kids were little.

What is the best place place for a Northern NJ family photography session? Portrait photographer Nicole Hawkins believes paved parks are the ideal location for toddler and family photography. See why.

Family portraits in NJ Liberty State Park are exceptionally fun with a busy toddler! We absolutely adore seeing our Portrait Membership newborn babies grow.

Families throughout Central and Northern NJ will now get to enjoy the same incredible baby and family portraits Nicole has created for hundreds of NYC families and her own family of four.

Lara opted for a relaxed and ethereal maternity session in Essex County with NJ portrait photographer Nicole Hawkins. Lara’s gorgeous dress was borrowed from the NJ studio wardrobe, which is available to all of Nicole’s clients for maternity, newborn, and family photo sessions.

Gorgeous natural light family photography session in Central Park to celebrate baby’s first birthday and vacation in New York City.