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The Blog

The Blog

Cathy's blog is a living breathing thing - full of stories behind the portraits and moments she has captured through photography.

Many frequently asked questions are also covered in blog post for easy access.

Throughout this blog you will find great advise on how to make your session experience a good one but you will also read emotional and real stories about the subjects.  We plan to incorporate some video testimonials as well from the mouths of her clients themselves - there's nothing more powerful than a woman sharing her heart with others.  That is worth searching for...and then

Call or email Cathy to begin your journey to owning a Cathy Benton portrait to cherish.

Call: 757-439-4482 or 

email 1cathybenton@gmail.com

We can't wait to create something amazing just for you!

How Social Media Affects the Small Businesses You Love

Jun 11, 2025

Have you ever “liked” a post, commented on a beautiful portrait, or shared something that moved you? You may not realize it, but every little tap and swipe helps more than you think—especially for small, local businesses like mine.Recently, social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram have started using something called AI (artificial intelligence) to help decide who sees each post or ad. It’s more advanced than the old days of simple “likes”—now ...

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A Love Letter to Mothers - A Portrait Session Gift

May 01, 2025

A Love Letter to Mothers - A Portrait Session GiftDear Mothers,You give your heart in a thousand unseen ways. You carry stories, hopes, exhaustion, and grace. You are the memory-keepers, the comfort-bringers, the strength behind quiet moments and big dreams.I want to honor you.I’m offering five complimentary Mother & Me portrait sessions to celebrate the art of motherhood. Each selected mother will receive:A personalized session with your child(ren)A gifted 11x14 print credit from ...

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Fabulous Celebrating Women session

A Portrait That Became a Testament to Friendship

Feb 27, 2025

Another unforgettable experience was photographing a young woman who, over time, became one of my dearest friends. When I first captured her portrait, neither of us could have imagined the close bond we would develop in the years that followed. Looking back at those images, taken more than a decade ago, I am so grateful we took the time to preserve that moment in her life.These images serve as a reminder of who she was then and how far we’ve both come. They hold a special place in my ...

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How Social Media Affects the Small Businesses You Love

June 11, 2025

A Love Letter to Mothers - A Portrait Session Gift

May 1, 2025

Fabulous Celebrating Women session

A Portrait That Became a Testament to Friendship

February 27, 2025

Generations matter

A Generational Portrait of Love

February 13, 2025

The Honor of Photographing Fellow Photographers

January 30, 2025

What do you think about Purple?

January 23, 2025

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