As a photographer, I think most of us can agree—we have a love-hate relationship with Pinterest. It’s such a great platform for finding inspiration, but how many of us have pinned hundreds of ideas only to never look back at them?

When it comes to photography, I truly appreciate when clients create a Pinterest board and share their vision with me. It gives me a sense of their vibe, the poses they like, and the overall style they’re drawn to. This helps me prepare for your session, whether that’s thinking through locations, lighting, or poses.

But here’s the key: when you hire me, you’re hiring me for my style and artistic vision.

Pinterest Boards Are Inspiration—Not a Blueprint

One challenge with Pinterest is that it shows you the polished end result of a photo, without context. As clients, you might see a stunning photo and think, “That’s exactly what I want!”—but there are so many unseen details that go into that image.

Things like:

• The lighting at that exact moment of the day.

• The season and background environment.

• The subject’s height, body type, or comfort level in front of the camera.

• The editing style of the photographer who took it.

All of these factors affect how a final photo looks. That’s why it’s important to use Pinterest as a guide for inspiration rather than an expectation for duplication.

Why My Style Matters

I love when seniors or families send me poses and photo ideas—it helps me understand your personality. Maybe you’re shy and prefer subtle, classic poses. Or maybe you’re bold and adventurous, ready to try something fun. Either way, it gives me a starting point.

But at the end of the day, your gallery will reflect my style, my approach, and most importantly—your energy and story. The photos won’t look exactly like what’s on Pinterest, and that’s a good thing! They’ll be uniquely yours.

Final Thoughts on Pinterest + Photography

Pinterest can be a wonderful tool for inspiration, but the most important part of your photos is that they feel like you. When you book with me, I’ll absolutely take your inspiration into account, but I’ll blend it with my creative vision to create images that are authentic, timeless, and truly yours.

So pin away—just know your final gallery will be your own version of beautiful.