February Love!
Wow, what an incredible month February has been! This year was my 4th time setting up a Valentine’s Day mini session day in my own studio, and oh my goodness, it was so much fun! From giggling kiddos to sweet couples, my heart is full from all the love and laughter that filled the studio. Seeing everyone’s smiles and capturing those special little moments reminded me why I love what I do so much. This month has also been busy celebrating milestones big and small! I’ve had


Personality Photos in Frisco, TX - Classic Kids Studio Photos!
Classic personality mini sessions for kids in Frisco, TX. Simple white background studio portraits offered in color and black and white. Serving Frisco, McKinney, Plano, Prosper, Celina, Melissa, and Little Elm.


How to Turn a Small Space Into a Profitable Home Photography Studio
Discover how photographers and parents can build a home photography studio in small spaces using natural light and simple, flexible setups.


Making Personalized Valentines!
My kids are too old for this now, but this has been a super fun way to be personalized with your valentines over the years! 1) Take photos I can always help you with that for valentines minis! https://book.usesession.com/s/c3tc94Anqn 2) Order prints from CVS or Walgreens (by the way, I NEVER recommend printing from there othwerwise! haha Watermelon Cute Cards Boys Radical Set Hello Kitty Set 3) Print and have adorable personalized valentines for your kiddos! Hope you lov


What to Expect From a Newborn Session in Christie's Studio
Newborn sessions are slow, calm, and completely baby-led. This session was photographed in my studio using natural light, soft swaddles, and simple props that I provide. You don’t need to bring anything except your baby and a little patience. This was a newborn + posed session , which means we focused on both gently posed newborn images and relaxed family photos. The Studio Experience My studio is designed to feel quiet and comfortable. Natural light keeps everything soft and


Fellow Photographers: The Lights I Use
Hey yall. Have you ever walked into a studio and realized you would have to lift the shadows a ton in post? Or bumped your ISO so high that you worried about grain? I felt the same way last year. I wanted soft, even light without dragging around a huge beauty dish or an 8 foot umbrella diffuser. I kept thinking there had to be a better option. Enter the lantern diffuser. Lantern diffuser in action! I paired it with a battery powered flash that has fully adjustable power. I po


Jumping into Fall!
Fall is here! And that means my calendar is about to burst with all the joy, color, and magic this season brings! Between the glow of...


A Simple & Sweet 1st First Birthday Session in the Studio!
Shepard sitting adorable at Christie's Studio! Turning one is such a special milestone, and what better way to celebrate than with a...


My Tiny but Mighty Studio - Frisco Photographer
I offer a lot of different studios for my clients, but this one is located in my front room of my home -- and it's tiny! BUT - you'd be amazed what I can have happen in a tiny but mighty space! My studio is great for: Newborn sessions Milestone Sessions Family Sessions Headshots All my pricing info can be found HERE The bed is mostly used for toddlers holding baby siblings - it's a safe way to hold them and multiple ways to pose. Here are some updated pictures with alll


Comparing Newborn Session Types
At Christie Gare Photography, I offer 3 different newborn options to help meet a variety of needs and desires!






















