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Storybook Photo Session with Cranberry Township Photographer

By: Always Remember Photography LLC

📖 Storybook Teen Portraits with a Touch of Magic

Cranberry Township Photographer | Always Remember Photography

Every girl deserves a day where she feels like the main character in her own story—and that’s exactly what we created during this dreamy Storybook Session.

This session was all about celebrating one remarkable teenage girl and the bond she shares with her grandmother. Styled with care and filled with imagination, her session featured three distinct looks—each unfolding like a chapter in a fairytale. From enchanted woods to apple orchards and chickens on a winding path, every detail was planned to reflect who she is now—and who she’s becoming. All of these gowns were a special gift from her grandmother, making this day even more meaningful.

A young fairy in a green gown holding a lantern while walking through the forest — photographed by a Cranberry Township children’s photographer.

Chapter 1: The Enchanted Swing

We began the session on a wooden swing tucked beneath the trees, where she transformed into a full-fledged fairy. Her embroidered green gown swirled as she swung gently, and a pair of wings completed the look.

The swing was more than a prop—it became a portal to her imagination. With a flowered crown and a faraway look in her eyes, she looked like she had stepped straight out of a storybook. This first look brought playful elegance and introduced her tale with a touch of movement and magic.

Later, we wandered to the edge of the woods where she knelt beside a quiet pond. Her wings glowed softly as she leaned forward, gazing into the still water as if peering into a hidden world. The moment was quiet and dreamlike, full of reflection—both literal and emotional. It felt like the beginning of something truly magical.

If you would love to find out more about my custom fairy sessions for children of all ages Visit The Fairy Page.

A young teen dressed as a fairy in a flowing green gown sits on a wooden swing at the edge of the woods — photographed near Mars, PA.
A young teen dressed as a fairy in a flowing green gown kneeling by a pond at the edge of the woods near Mars, PA.

Chapter 2: The Woodland Nymph

For her second look, she transformed again—this time into a golden Woodland Nymph. Dressed in a flowing gown of yellow and green, with a delicate cape and a floral bodice, she moved gracefully along a moss-covered path deep in the woods. Hummingbirds fluttered nearby, and for a moment, it felt as if the trees themselves were holding their breath.

Then came a moment of spellbound stillness. She paused, cradling a glowing orb in her hands. As the light shimmered across her face, she gazed into it with quiet wonder—like she was holding the secret heartbeat of the forest. In that instant, it was as if she had stumbled upon her own magic… unaware that anyone was watching. To schedule a session for your teen or child you may reach out to me by calling 724-504-8711 or through my CONTACT PAGE!

A woodland nymph in a flowing green gown strolls along a forest path, pausing with wonder as two hummingbirds flutter before her.
A young teen with flowing hair, dressed in an enchanted green gown, cradles a glowing orb of light—captured by a fine art children’s photographer near Mars, PA.

Chapter 2: The Orchard Maiden

Next, we wandered into a golden field where a rustic barn stood tucked beneath the trees. She wore a romantic cream gown that looked as though it had stepped out of a storybook. In her arms was a basket of freshly picked apples—simple, symbolic, and timeless. The warm tones, her soft gaze, and the peaceful setting created an image that felt like a vintage painting come to life.

But this chapter had a twist of whimsy and charm. As she sat on the earth in her gown, a white chicken curiously approached. She held it gently, offering food with one hand while a basket of eggs rested nearby. It was sweet—a reminder that the most meaningful stories often blend whimsy with the real. This closing scene was both playful and nostalgic, a perfect ending the evening.

A young teenage girl in a vintage cream dress stands gracefully in a wheat field, holding a basket of apples, with a small barn softly blurred in the distance. This
A young girl in a vintage dress sits at the edge of the woods, feeding a white chicken from her hand as a basket of brown eggs rests beside her—like a scene from a fairytale farmyard.

Creating Portraits That Tell a Story

This Storybook Teen Session wasn’t just about the beautiful gowns or the magical locations—it was about preserving a moment in time when a girl becomes a young woman, surrounded by love and imagination. 

 With her grandmother’s love woven into every detail, this session became an heirloom before a single image was even printed.

 The following gallery are all the portraits her grandmother selected to be part of her Storybook Album!

Whether inspired by enchanted forests, quiet magic, or a story uniquely their own, Fairy and Storybook Sessions are thoughtfully designed to grow with your child—beautifully evolving from childhood through the teenage years. These fine art portraits honor imagination, individuality, and the fleeting seasons of youth, creating heirloom artwork meant to be cherished for generations.

Explore the Teen & High School Senior Gallery to see how fairy-inspired storytelling continues beyond childhood.
A limited number of Teen Storybook Sessions are available each year for families in Mars, Cranberry Township, and the greater Pittsburgh area.
VIEW TEEN AND HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR GALLERY HERE
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