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# Information and Inspiration

Sharing ideas and tips to help make your session exactly what you envision.

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### [Why Mothers Are Often Missing from Photos](https://maggietakespix.com/blog/why-mothers-are-often-missing-from-photos)

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### [When Was Your Portrait Last Updated?](https://maggietakespix.com/blog/when-was-your-portrait-last-updated)

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### [Portraits That Tell the Story of Your Work](https://maggietakespix.com/blog/portraits-that-tell-the-story-of-your-work)

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### [Your Professional Presence Deserves to Be Seen](https://maggietakespix.com/blog/your-professional-presence-deserves-to-be-seen)

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