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The secret behind our Fort Worth Santa mini sessions isn’t just the beautifully styled set — it’s Santa Duane. Patient, warm, and genuinely magical with every child who walks through the door, including children with special needs.

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Kids, dogs, babies, families — everyone is welcome at our Fort Worth Santa mini sessions. No lines, all images included, and twenty minutes of dedicated time with a Santa who makes every child feel like the only one in the room.

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A branding session for Render Event & Decor — an award-winning Dallas–Fort Worth event decor and rental company — with company headshots, portraits, and lifestyle images.

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We photographed the As You Wish Weddings & Events team — Dallas luxury wedding planners led by Katie Pagel — for polished branding portraits at Union Station in Dallas.

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Prom—but make it unforgettable. At least that was the case for The Episcopal School of Dallas 2026 prom, Meet Me In Paris. A theme elegantly brought to life by Emily Clarke Events who created an elevated evening at On The Levee, transforming the space into a Parisian-inspired celebration filled with soft pinks, romantic details, and […]

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Create & Cultivate and Zillow gathered some of Dallas’s most influential women for an intimate loft dinner — a private chef experience, custom perfume designing, and a DJ.

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Bat Mitzvahs are deeply meaningful milestones, filled with tradition, pride, and celebration. At many temples in the Fort Worth area, photography is limited during the actual service to preserve the sacredness of the ceremony. That’s why we typically capture your temple portraits and traditional photos during the rehearsal, when your family can be relaxed and […]

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Some milestones deserve more than a simple acknowledgment. They deserve a celebration. That was exactly the case for the launch of Dr. Salman Ahmed’s first book, Make Them Smile. Friends, family, and colleagues gathered in downtown Dallas to celebrate this exciting professional and personal achievement. Planned by Sarabeth Events and hosted at The Joule, the […]

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Some events are beautiful. Others are meaningful. And every once in a while—you get both. The 2026 “Sunnies” Gala, hosted by the Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation Southeast Division, brought together nearly 750 industry leaders for an unforgettable evening at the Fairmont Dallas. With a retro-inspired “Here Comes the Sun” theme, the night was filled with energy, connection, and a shared […]

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A studio branding session for StoryBird Design — a Dallas–Fort Worth custom wedding stationery studio — with headshots, lifestyle, and detail shots for founder Lindsay’s brand.

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Lightly Photography was established in 2005 by Tracy Autem of Tracy Autem Photography.

For the past 20 years, Tracy has built a brand and reputation as a highly respected and talented professional. Today she trains, mentors, and works alongside everyone on the Lightly Photography team.
And together, we have built a brand that offers consistent quality, seamless processes, and a luxury experience—no matter what. 

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