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Detail shot of a girl mom bracelet holding a pregnant belly.

Jun

13

2025

What to Wear for Your Montclair Garden Maternity Shoot

There are so many options out there for pregnant mommas to wear to their Maternity Photoshoot here in Montclair, NJ.  You definitely have to choose wisely, though.  Depending on the location, we can have some color clashes or depending on ...

Mom and daughter holding hands.

Jun

05

2025

Moments That Matter: Capture Your Family's Love

I am so lucky to have clients who trust me from beginning to end.  This includes choosing a location or really I should say.. making ANY location work.I don't want to say it was our "priority".. but choosing to have this session at Branch Brook ...

Two friends laughing together in front of a cherry blossom tree.

May

29

2025

Montclair State University Senior Photos

I really do love photographing college graduates!  It's such a fun and rewarding time for them and I am grateful client's choose me to capture the moment.  But, when you get an inquiry that two best friends want to do the session ...

Teen wearing her graduation cap and gown.

May

19

2025

Celebrating Milestones at the Newark Public Library

There is nothing wrong with the traditional graduation/cap and gown photo.  My mom still has mine and my two sister's hanging in our childhood home.But!  If you have the opportunity to really elevate this milestone with a celebratory ...

Couple sitting together at the Hoboken train station.

May

12

2025

Heartfelt Photography Moments in Hoboken, NJ

As a family and newborn photographer based in New Jersey, I spend most of my time being silly with toddlers.. talking about stinky diapers and making silly noises.  And at some points during the year I get the opportunity to break it up a bit ...

Toddler girl sitting on the stairs smiling.

Apr

29

2025

Capturing Special Milestones For Your Family

When we talk about milestones and photography.. we mainly think of your pregnancies, newborns and first birthdays.  But, some families celebrate different kinds of milestones.  Like, Heartiversaries!What is a Heartiversary?From ...

Mom and daughter sitting on the ground laughing hysterically.

Apr

22

2025

Let Your Kids Be Themselves - Family Portraits in NJ

Let's talk about the potential times when your deviate from our plans or expectations.I've got your back!  Just know that capturing the most meaningful moments and creating the best experience overall is my absolute top ...

Newborn baby boy yawning while laying on a bed.

Apr

08

2025

Elevate Memories: Rhiannon Livardo Photography's Offerings

Photographing any type of session makes me so happy.  The trust my clients put in me year after year does not go unnoticed!  One of my favorite sessions are my "Bump to Baby" sessions.. AKA Maternity and Newborn combo.  Witnessing ...

A variety of colorful bowls set up for a calming sound bath.

Apr

01

2025

Hiring a Photographer For Your Small Business

I absolutely love when I get the opportunity to work with another small business!  It is so important for businesses to invest in professional photography.  They can use these photos for their website, social media and marketing ...

A teenage girl sitting against a brick wall smiling at the camera.

Mar

26

2025

Tips For Feeling Comfortable In Front of the Camera

I'm not going to lie to you.. it's awkward to be in front of a camera!  That feeling is totally normal but there are four key ways to be comfortable.  Read below for the tips! 1.  Hire a photographer who you can connect ...

Mom holding newborn baby boy on the couch.

Mar

04

2025

Newborn Photography Tips

Newborn Photography Tips You have a beautiful newborn baby that you are madly in love with..  and you want to hire a professional photographer to capture these precious early moments of their life.  But, how do you prepare while ...

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