by Paula | Nov 9, 2025 | Family Portraits, Special Photo Shoots
What a joyful weekend it was! My 2025 Holiday Mini Sessions in beautiful Allen, Texas were a huge success — and my heart is so full from all the laughter, love, and festive cheer that filled the park. From cozy sweaters and holiday colors to giggling (and a few...
by Paula Mason | Oct 23, 2025 | Do Not Use
Why Your Headshot Should Be Anything But Boring When most people think “headshot,” I know exactly what pops into their heads—a plain backdrop, a stiff pose, and a forced smile that says, “I’d rather be anywhere else.” But who says a headshot has to be...
by Paula Mason | Oct 5, 2025 | Sports Photography
Making the Most of a Sunny Softball Game If you’ve ever driven past Allen Highschool on a game day, you know the softball field just buzzes with energy. Well, last week I found myself behind the fence at the JV game, camera slung over my shoulder, blinking into what...
by Paula Mason | Sep 17, 2025 | Do Not Use
The Challenge of Capturing Fast Action with a 400mm Lens Ever lug a giant lens onto a football field, fully convinced it’s going to be your MVP? That was me last Friday, sideline-side at an Allen High School football game, clutching a rented 400mm fixed lens with both...
by Paula | Aug 27, 2025 | Senior Photos, Sports Photography
For this blog post, I will be writing about my experience doing a special team session with the seniors on a local high school baseball team, but this type of set up works for any sport or club that your child is a part of. So as you read “baseball,” you...
by Paula | Aug 13, 2025 | Senior Photos, Sports Photography
You ever have one of those projects that just makes you want to jump out of bed in the morning? That’s exactly how I’ve felt since I started my Featured Athlete program over here at Paula Mason Photography. Recently, I’ve been following around one seriously talented...
by Paula | Jul 28, 2025 | Senior Photos, Sports Photography
Last week, I had the absolute joy of photographing a senior session that was special on so many levels. Yes, it was a very hot summer night (the kind where your camera and your clothes feel like they might melt), but the heat didn’t even come close to dulling the...
by Paula | Jul 14, 2025 | Family Portraits, Special Photo Shoots
One of my favorite things as a photographer is when someone lets me in on a big, happy secret. There’s just nothing like the thrill of being a co-conspirator for a surprise proposal. I’ve seen a lot of creative plans, and it’s always fun to be a part of...
by Paula Mason | Jun 30, 2025 | Sports Photography
Capturing Chaos: Shooting Allen Eagle Basketball in a Packed Gym You ever get yourself wedged under a basketball hoop in a room packed tighter than a can of sardines? That was me last weekend, shooting the Allen Eagle basketball team at a tournament in Duncanville....
by Paula Mason | Jun 22, 2025 | Sports Photography
Fast-Paced Fun: Shooting My First 7v7 Football Match Ever tried photographing something so fast that your eyes almost need a seatbelt? That’s exactly how I felt walking into my first 7v7 football match. Now, I’ve shot plenty of outdoor sports photography before, but...
Hi there. I'm Paula Mason. I'm a local photographer in Allen, Texas. I think photos are best taken outdoors and that photo shoots should be relaxing and fun. If the idea of capturing your most important memories without hassle and stress appeals to you, I can help. Let's talk about scheduling the perfect photo session for you and your family. [Contact Paula]