Family & Pet
Photography
Willow Street Pictures specializes in pet photography and family pictures in the Philadelphia metro area.
VOTED #1 BEST PHOTOGRAPHER OF PHILADELPHIA
Nationally recognized as an award winning, top photographer in Philadelphia as well as throughout PA, NJ, NY, DE, and MD.
Darren Modricker
Our FoundeR
Darren founded Willow Street Pictures in 2002. Born in Lancaster, PA, Darren Modricker moved to Berks County early in his childhood. A friend of the family and a music teacher, Mr. Bozart, taught an elective photography class and introduced Darren to the world of photography.
“Darren Modricker is a nationally acclaimed artist specializing in portraits that capture the essence of a person without artifice or posing…. Moreover, he creates an atmosphere of trust with his subjects that enable him to capture such honest images.”
He graduated with a BFA from the School of Visual Arts in New York City. Darren worked as an apprentice for several of the leading photographers in NYC. Here he learned first hand the technical skills required of professional photographers.
Darren finds the emotional center of the people that he photographs in a respectful way that evokes the person’s true sense of confidence, wonder and bliss.

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5 Life Events that Require a Professional Photographer
Life is a beautiful journey filled with countless precious moments, both big and small. From the birth of a child to the celebration of love and the milestones in between. These events deserve to be cherished and remembered for a lifetime. While smartphones have made...
Unleash Your Confidence and Beauty with Boudoir Photoshoot
Boudoir photography is a beautiful and empowering experience for women of all ages. At our photo studio we believe that all women should be able to feel proud and attractive. Boudoir photography is a great way for them to do that. It's an opportunity to showcase their...
Tips For Taking Beautiful Family Portraits with Your Pets
For many families, pets are an important part of the family dynamic. They bring joy, love, and companionship, making them a valuable addition to any family photoshoot. However, capturing the perfect shot with your furry friends can be a challenge. In this post, we...
The Magic of Maternity Photoshoots
Maternity photoshoots are a wonderful way to capture the essence and beauty of pregnancy and create lasting memories for you and your family. As a mother-to-be, you're going through a transformative and exciting time in your life. Your body is going through a lot of...
Springtime Family Photoshoot: Why it’s the Best Season?
Spring is the perfect time to capture the beauty of nature and the warmth of family ties. The Harleysville area provides a stunning and peaceful backdrop, it's the ideal season for a family portrait with Willow Street Pictures. Blooming flowers, vibrant green grass,...
How to Make a Family Photoshoot with Children Easier?
Are you planning a photoshoot with your kids but worried about how they will behave in front of the camera? Parents want to take great pictures with their kids. But the idea of handling them during a photo session can be stressful. Don't worry, we have some tips to...
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Our clients live in Philadelphia, Lancaster, Allentown, Pittsburgh, Florida, Washington D.C., NYC, Los Angeles, London, Germany and everywhere in between.
On a regular basis, we are shooting in the studio as well as traveling to our client’s location of choice. Our creative team travels all over the world for photoshoots and filming. From meeting tribal chiefs of remote villages in Madagascar to shooting in the battlefield of Valley Forge, we feel comfortable and confident having a photoshoot in any location of your choice.