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The McColl family’s studio mini session at a Fort Worth studio was the perfect reminder that the best photos often come from letting kids just be kids. From the moment they walked in, the energy was playful, light, and full of personality. Instead of trying to keep everything perfectly posed (because let’s be honest—that’s not […]

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Bailey and Jay returned to our Fort Worth studio to introduce their sweet baby boy, Jace — the perfect reunion since their New Orleans wedding, in a cozy studio mini session.

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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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Horton Automatics celebrated their team with a corporate awards event at River Ranch in the Fort Worth Stockyards — recognition, pride, and connection captured all night.

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One of the greatest joys in photography is continuing to document a family’s story long after the wedding day. Blair’s one-year portrait session in the Lightly studio was especially meaningful because her parents were past wedding clients, making this milestone celebration even more special to capture. One-year sessions are such a fun stage. Babies are […]

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There is something so special about documenting a family in this sweet season—especially with two little girls, ages 1 and 7. The Moore Family’s in-studio mini session was full of laughter, cuddles, and beautifully simple moments together. With a clean, neutral studio backdrop and soft light, the focus stayed right where it belongs—on connection. We […]

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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 provided three full days of conference coverage for Worldpay at the Worthington Renaissance Hotel in Fort Worth. From keynote sessions and breakout meetings to rooftop welcome festivities and a western themed closing party at River Ranch in the Stockyards, our team delivered seamless, extended coverage that captured both the professionalism and celebration of the event.

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There’s something incredibly meaningful about photographing three (sometimes four!) generations together. The Roberts family chose the beautiful campus of TCU in Fort Worth for their multi-generational session, and it couldn’t have been a more perfect backdrop. The classic architecture and tree-lined walkways created a timeless setting for images that will only grow more valuable with […]

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Baby Charles was welcomed with an in-home newborn lifestyle session in Fort Worth — soft natural light and all the quiet tenderness of the first days at home.

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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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