Colette Oswald Photography

05/28/2026

Summer Beach Portraits for Timeless Coastal Artwork
Summer at the Jersey Shore has a way of slowing time. The warm light, salty breeze, and soft roar of the ocean create a setting that feels both relaxed and deeply nostalgic. For families, expectant parents, children, and high-school seniors from Haddonfield, Moorestown and across South Jersey, the beach can be the perfect place to create portraits that feel honest, luminous, and timeless.
Thoughtful planning, clothing choices, late afternoon light, and the eye of a seasoned portrait artist trained in the fine arts can turn a simple beach outing into heirloom artwork. From selecting the right shore location to posing with ease, every detail can be shaped so the final portraits look as beautiful on the wall as the day felt in person.
Colette Oswald Photography
www.coletteoswaldphoto.com
(856)428-1911

05/26/2026

05/22/2026

I’m excited to share what’s working now for portrait sessions in Philadelphia and South Jersey: soft, natural-light editorial looks, relaxed candid family moments, and elevated corporate headshots that feel both modern and timeless. I draw on studio experience and local shoots around 57-53 East Kings Highway, Audubon, NJ to create images that honor classic composition while embracing trend-forward styling. See sample images and learn how I translate these ideas into portraits that age well. Book a session or learn more: https://www.coletteoswaldphoto.com 📸✨ (856) 428-1911

04/29/2026

Family Portrait fun!
Here's the image that mom wanted...

and here's what happened in between shots!

04/27/2026

I love crafting moments that feel as unique as you are — whether it’s a soft, empowering glamour session or a polished corporate branding image. I guide every detail from wardrobe and mood to lighting and artistic touches, and my on-site makeup service helps you arrive feeling ready and radiant. Clients in Philadelphia and South Jersey tell me these sessions build real confidence and make a lasting impression. Ready to create portraits that reflect who you are? Book a session: https://www.coletteoswaldphoto.com (856)428-1911

04/22/2026

I believe thoughtful branding photos quietly do a lot of the heavy lifting for small businesses. When I work with local shops, studios, and professionals around Philadelphia and South Jersey, I focus on light, color, and composition so each image feels authentic, elevated, and useful across websites, social profiles, and printed pieces.

If you want portraits that make your business look polished and trustworthy—without feeling staged—let’s plan a session that reflects your story and audience. Explore how I approach Haddonfield and Camden County branding sessions and what to prepare before you step in front of the camera.

Tell me: what part of your business do you most want photographed—headshots, environmental portraits, or product storytelling? I’d love to hear.

Learn more: https://www.coletteoswaldphoto.com, (856)428-1911

04/21/2026

I’ve been watching portrait trends in Philadelphia and South Jersey shift toward natural-light editorial looks, textured backdrops, and authentic candid moments, and I love how each style can be tailored to families, professionals, or fine-art collectors. With decades behind my lens, I focus on gentle direction and thoughtful composition so clients feel seen and comfortable while we capture images that match personal or brand goals. Curious how these looks could work for you? Visit https://coletteoswaldphoto.com, to see examples and book a consult. 📷✨

04/20/2026

Spring Head Shot Sale - https://mailchi.mp/7ffa946f3ae7/spring-head-shot-sale-9304553

04/15/2026

After more than a decade photographing people across Philly and South Jersey, I’m seeing a clear local trend: clients want portraits that feel real, warm, and a little bit cinematic. Natural-looking retouching, environmental shots that include familiar streets and parks, and clean, modern headshots are the most requested session types recently—especially from families, creative professionals, and couples I’ve worked with in Haddonfield and Audubon. I bring a gentle, detail-focused approach that preserves texture and expression while giving images a polished, contemporary look. Interested in a session that matches these tastes? Learn more and book at https:/www.coletteoswaldphoto.com, (856) 428-1911. 📸✨