IRIS & LIGHT

A JOURNAL BY MERI HANNON

Articles, session stories, resources, and inspiration for preserving the beauty of everyday life.

6 Essential Maternity Photos to Cherish Forever
Rachael Stetson Rachael Stetson

6 Essential Maternity Photos to Cherish Forever

Maternity photography is more than just taking pictures—it’s about preserving the profound beauty, emotion, and transformation that come with growing a new life. Pregnancy is an incredible journey, filled with anticipation, excitement, and love. But it’s also fleeting, and those months of carrying your baby pass by quicker than you realize.

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Choosing a Motherhood Photographer to Capture Your Maternity Moments
Rachael Stetson Rachael Stetson

Choosing a Motherhood Photographer to Capture Your Maternity Moments

Bringing a new life into the world is one of the most extraordinary and tender journeys a family can experience. Maternity photography is more than just capturing images—it’s about preserving the love, anticipation, and deep emotional connection that defines this stage of life.

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How to Prepare Your Kids for a Stress-Free Photo Shoot
Rachael Stetson Rachael Stetson

How to Prepare Your Kids for a Stress-Free Photo Shoot

Family photoshoots are a special way to capture your family’s growth, love, and connection, but let’s face it—getting kids to cooperate for photos isn’t always easy. As a photographer based in the Boston South Shore area, I understand how daunting it can feel when little ones are involved.

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How to Capture Genuine Smiles in Family Photos
Rachael Stetson Rachael Stetson

How to Capture Genuine Smiles in Family Photos

Family photos are more than snapshots—they’re about capturing the joy, laughter, and connection that makes your family unique. As a photographer, some of my favorite images come from authentic moments when smiles are unforced and emotions are real. But let’s face it: getting kids (and even adults!) to relax in front of the camera can sometimes be a challenge.

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The Beauty of In-Home Photoshoots
Rachael Stetson Rachael Stetson

The Beauty of In-Home Photoshoots

As a photographer, I’ve always believed that some of the most special moments happen in the places we feel most comfortable—in the homes where families grow, babies take their first steps, and memories are created every single day. That’s why I love offering the option to travel to my clients’ homes for photoshoots. There’s something truly magical

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Why You Should Hire a Family Photographer
Rachael Stetson Rachael Stetson

Why You Should Hire a Family Photographer

The years may feel long when you’re in the thick of raising little ones, but before you realize it, they’ve grown. Capturing the years from tiny baby toes, toddlers’ little giggles, to your resistant teens being bribed to give you a few good smiles is priceless.

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HI THERE & WELCOME
Rachael Stetson Rachael Stetson

HI THERE & WELCOME

Hi there & welcome to my photography blog! My name is Meri; I’m a wife, mama of 5 & the owner & photographer of Meri Lee Photography, LLC. based in Boston. I have always had a passion for capturing the moments to create everlasting memories, and photography has allowed me to do just that.

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