I'm Dolly, a Nashville-based family and newborn/motherhood photographer.
Since 2008, I’ve had the honor of capturing all the beautiful seasons of motherhood—from maternity to family photography. Through this site, I share some of my most cherished sessions, offering both inspiration and helpful tips to get you ready for your ideal family session. Consider this your go-to resource for all things family photography!


NASHVILLE-BASED FAMILY & MOTHERHOOD PHOTOGRAPHER

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A special thanks to the sweet Grace Paul (of Grace Paul Co) for inviting me to her beautiful home to take maternity portraits of her and her little girl. Fun fact about Grace, she is a boy mom of 5 boys, so the arrival of this sweet girl is full of joy and anticipation. I loved this session for so many reasons...

Spring Maternity Portraits in Nashville

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Planning for Extended Family Portraits | Nashville Family Photographer Dolly DeLong Photography I love, love, love photographing extending family sessions. There’s something SO special about being able to photograph multiple generations in one portrait session. Extended family sessions are generally for bigger groups and can feel a bit overwhelming if you aren’t totally prepared. Today, […]

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One of the most common questions I get when planning family portrait sessions is where our portraits should be. Honestly, the best locations are the ones most meaningful to you and your family… but I always have a list of some of my favorite spots in Nashville for portraits. From fun neighborhoods to college campuses or beautiful gardens, there’s something for everyone! Here are a few of my favorite Nashville locations for family portraits!  

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How to Choose the Best Time for Family Portraits Clients often ask me when the best time for family portraits is. The reality is that there isn’t a “good” or “bad” time to take portraits. Instead, it’s about the look you’re going for in your photos. If you’re a family who wants flowers and brighter […]

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How to Choose the Perfect Outfits for your Family Portraits in Each Season | Nashville Family Photographer Dolly DeLong Photography  Choosing outfits for your family portraits can feel really tricky each season! While I’m all about leaning into the colors and vibes of each season, I think it’s important to think about the longevity of […]

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Lavender Field Mini Sessions at Menkveld Farms | Nashville TN Family Photographer Dolly DeLong Photography I recently hosted Lavender field mini sessions at Menkveld Farms and I’m so excited to be sharing these beautiful portraits with you today! I’ve had my eye on lavender field mini sessions for a while… I think they’re just so […]

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First Birthday Portraits at Union Station Hotel with Nashville Family Photographer Dolly DeLong Photography I can’t believe Emme is ONE! Just a year ago, I was capturing her newborn portraits for her family here in Nashville, TN. And now, we’ve celebrated her first birthday. We planned a super fun winter portrait session at the Union […]

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Snowy Nashville Family Portraits with Nashville Family Photographer DollyDeLong Photography Asher, Ashley, and Noa met up with me recently for their chilly and snowy Nashville family portraits to celebrate some very special occasions. Asher just celebrated his birthday and their daughter, Noa, just turned one! It’s been a busy few weeks in their household. Recently, […]

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How To Show Graciousness And Professionalism In Photography Sessions Nashville family photographer, Dolly DeLong, shares tips in how to be gracious towards children when serving families in photography sessions Missed out on Tips #1-#9? Read Tip #1 HERE, Tip #2 HERE,  Tip #3 HERE, Tip #4 HERE,  Tip #5 HERE,  tip #6 HERE, tip #7  HERE,  tip #8 HERE , and finally tip […]

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Golden Hour 6 Month Milestone Portraits by Nashville Family Photographer Dolly DeLong Need some inspiration for your little one’s milestone photography session? Check out these charming golden hour 6-month milestone portraits in Belle Meade (Nashville, TN) by Nashville Family Photographer Dolly DeLong Photography I’ve been working with the Dacus family for several years now, so […]

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Week 6 is here you all, and this tip is a funny one, or at least I hope it makes you laugh especially if you have a favorite memory about the weirdest bribe you have ever had to use as a hook to get your child’s attention! Before you dive in, don’t forget to catch […]

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