Springtime at the Texas Woman’s University Botanic Garden offered the perfect backdrop for this birthday milestone session with CJ. This sweet family of three gathered under the spring blooms to celebrate a new season and a big milestone: their daughter’s second birthday! We loved documenting this joyful chapter in a location full of natural beauty […]

There’s nothing sweeter than welcoming a new baby—and getting to do it from the comfort of home makes it even more special. CJ photographed this in-home newborn session, and it was filled with soft light, sweet sibling snuggles, and all the quiet joy that comes with growing your family. At Lightly, we love capturing newborns […]

The Taylor Family chose the perfect way to celebrate their reunion: an extended family photo session with a sweeping rooftop view of downtown Fort Worth. With the Renaissance Worthington Hotel offering a central, elegant location, it made coordinating for all generations easy and comfortable. CJ captured a wide range of images, from big group portraits […]

There’s something quietly powerful about a simple, high-contrast maternity session. This mini session with Emily and Garett, photographed by CJ in our Fort Worth studio, is a beautiful reminder that timeless portraits don’t need much beyond good light and intention. Located just off Magnolia on 6th Avenue, our natural-light studio offers a clean, minimal setting—perfect […]

There is something truly special about stepping into a home to photograph a family’s newest chapter. Meeting Baby Thomas Clifford was a sweet full-circle moment for us at Lightly Photography. We first captured Rachel and Andrew’s wedding at Bowie House in 2024, and now we had the honor of photographing them as new parents to […]

We’ve had the joy of photographing this sweet family through so many meaningful moments—and getting to meet Baby Emory Grace was such a full-circle moment for our team. Years ago, we captured Mom and Dad’s wedding at the Modern Art Museum. Now, we’re photographing them at home, surrounded by their three beautiful children. Baby Emory’s […]

Pregnancy announcements don’t have to be over-the-top productions to be meaningful. Sometimes, the simplest moments create the most heartfelt memories. A mini session is a quick, easy, and elegant way to share your exciting news while capturing the joy of your growing family. With a soft, timeless approach, a professional photoshoot ensures your announcement feels […]

As kids grow into teenagers and young adults, life moves fast—school, sports, college, and new adventures seem to fill every moment. But just because they’re no longer little doesn’t mean family photos should stop. These years are just as important to capture! Whether it’s the last family session before they leave for college, an annual […]

Heather + Brandon Downtown Dallas Do you have a favorite date night spot? Maybe it’s where you had your first date… and lots of subsequent outings since? If so, spending part of your engagement session there can be such a fun way to ensure you feel comfortable, confident, and that the resulting photos feel very […]

Emily + Garrett The Sinclair Hotel and Fort Worth Mule Alley Do you want your engagement photos to feel both now and timeless? It’s not impossible. Trust us. In fact, we’ve had several stylish couples show up in outfits that look both completely on-trend and absolutely timeless all the same. The key is to wear […]