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Why Paint Sessions Are My Favorite Kind of Chaos

Paint sessions are one of my favorite things to offer families right now - and not because they're neat or tidy. Because they're real. Colorful, chaotic, and full of the kind of genuine moments that make the best photographs. Plus, your child gets to take their masterpiece home.

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Mini Sessions vs. Full Sessions: How to Choose What's Actually Right for Your Family

Mini sessions and full sessions both have their place - but choosing the wrong one can leave you wishing you'd gone a different direction. West Michigan photographer Lexie Marie Photography breaks down exactly what each one is built for, so you can walk into your session with the right expectations and zero regrets.

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