Leslie Renee Photography » Natural Breezy Custom Boutique Portrait Photography Art
Natural Breezy and Heartfelt Photographs
Welcome to Leslie Renee Photography where photographs are more than just shots or pics. I create legacy portraits in my well known natural breezy and heartfelt style. Let's create gorgeous photographs of you and the people you love most for all time. And let's have some good fun while we are at it.
new on the blog
.jpg)
Fall Colors Family Session in Woodbury
It is rare that I find a brand new gem of a location, but this one was perfection. This is Syosset-Woodbury Community Park, located in Woodbury, and although I had never been there, I fell right in love. It has a pretty children’s area, some picnic areas, and more, so I know I will be back when the weather is warmer, too! The park had tons of gorgeous foliage, with yellows and oranges mixed
.jpg)
Oceanside Family & Engagement Fall Colors Session
Remember when the Brady Bunch was an anomaly? These days, blending families is a pretty normal event. Regardless of the frequency, two families coming together to make one big family is a very special thing that is filled with challenges, but also opportunities. More family means more love, more friendship, and more kindred spirits. And who doesn’t want that?! It’s simply growing
.jpg)
Family Session on the Beach
When I received this call, I was thrilled. A family wanted to get their whole clan together for a large family shoot, in honor of the patriarch’s 80th birthday. I couldn’t think of a more thoughtful gift, and was in awe of the time and dedication it took to pull this session off. All the adult children came from across the country, and settled in Long Island with the grandkids.
.jpg)
Baseball Themed Family Photos
Now that I’ve been a professional photographer for quite some time (six years, to be exact), I find that these days, I get more opportunities to flex my creative muscles. Especially when families come to me for years, I always get the feeling to “top” each session, every year! I’ve gotten to photograph this family not two, not three, but four times now. Each time, mom and
.jpg)
Long Beach Engagement Photos
Somehow, this was only six weeks ago! The seasons are changing fast, and we are already heading towards the holidays at what feels like a fever pitch. How quickly we go from summer and fall right into the crisp cool season here in our part of the country. As the days pass, this gorgeous couple will be getting closer and closer to their big day. I’ve only just met them, and I cannot wait for
.jpg)
What to Wear for Fall Photos
The hardest part of family photos (besides choosing a photographer) is figuring out what everyone will wear. When you book a session with me, I give you a personalized what to wear board that you can use as inspiration or copy down to the very last detail. Either way, I do my best to make the the process simple. I mean who wants more work, am I right?! The keys for fall photo outfits versus
.jpg)
Oceanside Family Photos | New York Family Photography
I have a definite soft spot for the sessions where there are sweet little ones to play with! I am totally a kid person, and I adore helping families find the beauty in what I refer to as “the little years”. It can be hard, because as a parent, you are very tired and it’s hard to enjoy the moments you are living. These two cuties are all over the place, and they were having a
.jpg)
A Yellow Rain Coat
Most people see a rainy forecast and a few sprinkles, and they get bummed out, because they have to cancel their plans. I see an opportunity to play in the puddles and do something different! I believe you don’t have to frown at the gloom, you can brighten the grey with some bright yellow, and go splash in the puddles. There is no better opportunity to capture true-to-life moments from
.jpg)
Sweet Sixteen Portraits
Those famous lyrics from the Stevie Wonder hit are going through my head as I look at these images of Angelica…isn’t she lovely, indeed! She is a true Long Beach girl, so of course, she wanted her big bash at the beach. The Landing at Jones beach is right on the beach and all you see is sand, ocean, and blue sky. It’s also a great place for some pretty photos to remember this
.jpg)
An Open Letter to Moms
Dear Mom, I see you. I see you hovering over laundry, the sink full of dishes, and your tired eyes from staying up helping with homework every single night. I see you heading into board meetings and driving the carpool, and boarding the flights for business trips. I see you potty training tiny toddlers and snuggling teeny babies into Ergo carriers or slings. I can see you planning your next
.jpg)
Cheerleader Photos in Long Island
I’m sure there are still a few folks left on the planet who think cheer isn’t a real sport. I hope once they see these images, they will realize they couldn’t be more wrong! Cheerleaders have amazing strength, elegance, and coordination; not to mention POWER! This amazing girl showed all of that in her session below. Katie is a competitive cheerleader, who wanted beautiful
.jpg)
Plainview Family Photos on the Beach
Isn’t it funny how life keeps moving? It refuses to slow down, no matter how we beg it to. What I wouldn’t give to have just one more day with my little babies again…they are now 11 and 14, which is hard to believe. Although I will of course never hold my children as nine months olds, or newborns, I feel so lucky to have a job that lets me be in those moments with my
.jpg)
Long Beach Family Photos | New York Family Photographer
This gorgeous family of six has come to me year after year for family photos, and every time we meet up, I feel so lucky. It is a joy to watch their family grow and change, and to have the privilege to catch up on all the happenings of their little ones and family life. I look forward to all of it! For this session, we headed to the beach, where we made these breezy, heartfelt images that I hope
.jpg)
How to have a Stress Free Family Session
If you’re preparing for a family photoshoot (or if you’ve done one in the past), you may be wondering if it’s truly worth it! It’s a ton of work to prepare for such a big day, especially if you’re a parent of young children. I wanted to put together some tips, to make things smoother for my clients, and they may even inspire you to book a session of your very own! A
.jpg)
Manhattan Flat Iron District Family Photos
Although I’ve been a New Yorker for quite some time, I’m still a midwest transplant. I still am in awe of the skyscrapers, the hustle and bustle of the big city, and the tourist spots that make me smile. For this session, my Manhattan based clients wanted to include some of their favorite parts of the city. We started their session on their family’s personal terrace, which
.jpg)
Long Beach Beach Wedding
I have the best job, you guys. I truly do. If you’ve been following my work for any length of time, you’ll surely recognize this precious mama and daughter. I’ve been photographing them for five years, and their shoots are always some of my favorites, because they are so full of love and laughter. Much to my delight, I had the pleasure of following them right into a new chapter
.jpg)
Long Island Beach Family Photos
Here we are, smack dab in the middle of beach season! It’s always one of my favorite times of year, with dreamy skies and sandy stretches of shoreline, and so many families eager to have their annual photos done. Locally, we have so many beaches to choose from, that I really can’t go wrong with any of them, and I enjoy choosing the ones that best suit my clients and their needs. For
.jpg)
Beach Sunset Minis
I’ve heard your requests! Beach Sunset Minis are planned for the week of August 13th. The beach is quintessential Long Island. It always looks good on your walls. It’s the perfect location for a little family session, for just the kids, grandparents and kids, a couple, a maternity session, or a teen portrait session. You can’t go wrong! Here are the details August 13th,
.jpg)
Bar Mitzvah at the Loft at Bridgeview
Many special days involve generations of family members, but especially Bar Mitzvahs. As I have gotten to photograph more and more of these incredibly exciting and emotional days, I have seen so many families come together to celebrate. It’s a special moment for the whole family, and it is a generational tradition…many times, it carries from the grandparents and great-grandparents,
.jpg)
Lynbrook Family Photos at Lido Beach
“Family is a unique gift that needs to be appreciated and treasured, even when they’re driving you crazy. As much as they make you mad, interrupt you, annoy you, curse at you, try to control you, these are the people who know you the best and who love you.” -J. Morasca How precious is this family? Their little trio is warm and loving, and they are such special people. I so loved meeting them on
.jpg)
Bryant Park Maternity and Family Session
If you’re a parent, you probably remember how much that baby changed your life. Your whole world turned upside down with the arrival or adoption of your first child, and you change all you priorities. Suddenly, everything you do is about and for that brand-new love of your life. Your world is turned upside down…but in the very best way. Amid diaper changes and bottles and nap times,
.jpg)
New York City Central Park Senior Photos
Here in New York, senior portraits just aren’t as popular or a “thing” as much as other parts of the country. I think it might just be a different approach to photos, but for whatever reason, I don’t often get to shoot seniors or do this style of session, so it was a major treat for me. I got a phone call from this beautiful senior, who wanted a photographer to capture her
.png)
Six Stellar Dresses for Your Family or Portrait Session
Oftentimes, I serve as the fashion consultant as well as the photographer. I don’t mind! I enjoy helping people decide what might look best and photography beautifully, but I also wanted to give you some ideas and inspiration of dresses that might be perfect for your upcoming family or portrait shoot. I always suggest that mom find her outfit first for my family clients, because generally,
.jpg)
Why You Need Professional Headshots
If you’re trying to attract high-end, luxury clients in any business, a cute selfie on your cell phone is not going to cut it! You need professional headshots, and this is why: headshots are your first impression, and you only get one. You want people to view you as polished, professional, and current, and if you’re using an old photo, or an outdated one, it definitely won’t
.jpg)
Mother Daughter Road Trip: New Mexico
I’m so glad you’re back for another installment of my daughter and I’s epic road trip recently. Wow… we really covered a lot of ground and saw a lot of really cool places last summer! I had been to New Mexico before but I had not experienced as much of it as Lana and I did last July. This was Lana’s first trip and she fell in love! She wants us to move to Santa
.jpg)
Family Communion Portraits in Oceanside
The beautiful St. Anthony’s is right down the street from me and it really brightens up the neighborhood. It has a really majestic feel to it, and is always comforting and elegant to visit. The grounds are always perfectly manicured, and even moreso this time of year, just in time for the spring communions. As I’ve mentioned before, spring communions are one of the best parts of being
.jpg)
First Holy Communion Portraits at St. Anthony’s
Yes, it is communion season here on Long Island, and it’s become one of my most cherished parts of the year. Like a wedding or other special event, first communions are an incredible way to gather family and friends and to celebrate the occasion. A first communion is a lovely way to mark a milestone in the faith and life of a young person, and it’s a lasting tradition that many
.jpg)
Love Mom Mini Sessions
April 22nd was a special day here in the studio, and one I will remember for always! It was the day of our adorable mom-themed mini session, and plenty of moms and their children joined us for it. Our mini sessions started when my friend Jessica and I worked together to craft the wall of peonies that you see below, and it was the first time we got to break out this backdrop. We also lined up an
© 2018 Leslie Renee Photography|P5 Photo Blog | Design by redmetyellow.com
M
o
r
e
i
n
f
o