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HI! I'm Lark, a Family Photographer based in Birmingham, Alabama.  I love capturing timeless, joyful and personality filled images for all ages and stages of family life.  I'm so glad you're here!  Look around and see what I've been working on!

What to Wear for your Fall Family Photos

Fall family photos are one of my favorite things to photograph. The light is beautiful, the colors are changing, and there’s just something about everyone getting together for photos that feels like fall. But figuring out what everyone should wear? That part can feel a little overwhelming. The good news is that you don’t need […]

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Cake Smash Photo Sessions in Hoover, Alabama. First Birthday Photos

There’s nothing quite like photographing a baby’s first birthday. That tiny newborn is suddenly a full-blown toddler, and this session was one of my favorite examples of that magic — a joyful, frosting-covered cake smash right here in Birmingham, Alabama. Why I Love Cake Smash Sessions Cake smash sessions are one of the most fun […]

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Downtown Senior Photo Session

Spain Park High School Senior Photographer Elena’s Senior Session Elena’s senior session in downtown Birmingham, Alabama was such a fun one from start to finish. As a senior at Spain Park High School, she wanted a location that felt stylish, modern, and full of variety—and Morris Avenue was the perfect choice for her senior pictures. […]

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Personality Portraits in Birmingham

If you’ve ever wished you could freeze this stage of your child’s life just for a second, my Personality Portrait Mini Sessions are made exactly for that. These minis are all about your child. Their smile, their expressions, their little quirks, and the personality that shows up so clearly at this age. They’re simple, relaxed, […]

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Birmingham Alabama High school senior Photographer. What to wear for Senior Photos. Lark Livingston Photography. Best Senior Photographer in Birmingham.

What to wear For Your Senior Photos in Birmingham, Alabama Getting ready for your senior photos is one of the most fun parts of the experience. As a Birmingham, Alabama senior photographer, I always tell my clients that what you wear plays a big role in how your final images look and feel. The goal […]

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Birmingham Alabama Family Photographer

If you’re planning family photos in Birmingham, Alabama, one of the biggest questions I get as a family photographer is “What’s the best time of day for our session?” And honestly… timing matters just as much as the location. For family photography in Birmingham, the best time of day for family photos is either early […]

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Extended family session at Birmingham Botanical Gardens

Extended family sessions are always such a sweet mix of connection and chaos in the best way. This one at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens was no exception. We had a mom and dad, their two little girls, grandparents, and an aunt — lots of love, lots of laughter, and plenty of moments worth remembering. The […]

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First Birthay photo shoot and cake smash in hoover, Alabama

Lenny’s Birthday Photo Shoot in Hoover, Alabama Celebrating milestones is always special! I love capturing them in a way that reflects your little one’s personality makes them even more memorable. Recently, I had the joy of photographing sweet Lenny for her first birthday in my Birmingham studio. With her gorgeous curls, big brown eyes, and […]

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Winter family sessions at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens are some of my absolute favorites. While the gardens are beautiful year-round, winter offers something really special — quiet paths, fewer people, and a calm, peaceful atmosphere that allows families to relax and just enjoy being together. This session was a sweet one with Mom, Dad, and […]

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Looking back on 2025, I honestly can’t believe how fast this year flew by. Somehow I’m already heading into my fourth year as a family photographer, and I don’t take that lightly for a second. It still blows my mind that this is my job and that so many families trust me with their memories. […]

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