Family photos do more than show what we looked like. Family photos help us remember who we’re becoming. When the images you love are easy to see and share, they spark stories, invite connection, and make rooms feel like yours. A frame by the front door, a small album on the coffee table, a rotating…
We think a lot about the images families choose to live with, the ones that quietly shape how a home feels. Creative, energetic, playful, grounded. And when the artwork on your walls comes from your own family photos, that feeling becomes even more personal. The mood of the room is set by the people who…
“Stories are compasses and architecture. To be without a story is to be lost.” — Rebecca Solnit We’re swimming in photos but starving for stories. Research shows that when children know their family’s story they feel more secure, confident, and connected. Photos are the perfect spark plugs for telling stories and building a shared sense…
We get it—our parents never had to deal with this: Instead of a few albums, most of us are sitting on tens of thousands of images across phones, drives, and apps. It’s overwhelming, and no one ever taught us how to handle it. That’s exactly why we wrote this: a calm, non-techy plan to make…
Hey there! I’m Marilliana, the creative heart behind Stylish & Hip Kids Photography. After over 15 years of documenting families across Brooklyn, Manhattan, and the greater NYC area, I’ve learned something important: the best family photos happen when you and your family are truly you, and forget completely about the “perfect photo.” Whether you’re expecting…
Skip the Usual Tourist Spots: Discover NYC Like a Local with Kids When you’re planning a family trip to New York City, it’s easy to fall into the trap of hitting all the touristy spots. But what if you could explore the city like a local? As parents who call NYC home, we’ve curated this…
In New York, every season feels like its own special chapter, and the city transforms in such unique ways throughout the year. For me, fall kicks off a huge party season, with my daughter’s birthday in October and my son’s birthday in mid-January—marking the start and end of a season packed with celebrations. It’s also…
Capturing Your Family Vibe in NY As the winter months settle in, it’s the perfect time for reflection—looking back at the incredible sessions from last year and dreaming up what we’d love to create in 2025. At Stylish & Hip Kids Photography, we feel lucky to work with families in New York City who seek…
A Maternity Style Guide Your maternity photoshoot is a celebration of your unique journey. Finding the perfect maternity style is a key part of that journey, and this guide is here to help. It’s a chance to express yourself through fashion, choosing pieces that make you feel empowered and radiant. At Stylish & Hip Kids…
Art is a fundamental part of the essence of Stylish & Hip Kids Photography. When you create photography, the way you see is shaped by everything you’ve accumulated within yourself over time. For me, it’s about color, movement, fiction, textures, stories, the city, and playfulness—it’s all connected. It’s a mental web that allows you, during…