CHILDREN & FAMILY SESSIONS
I am a mom of 3 and have first hand witnessed how quickly children grow. There are definitely days I wish would cruise right on by but for the most part, I already miss their childhood even while we're in the middle of it. My kids ask me constantly why I always want to take pictures however at the same time they love looking through old pictures whether they are on my phone or computer or printed in albums. They love seeing themselves as babies and they remember the moments we captured!
Photography isn't just for you to have. It's for them. This is how their life is documented and they need you to be documented too- with them! Our family makes it a point to have family pictures taken every year and I'll be honest; it's not a day I am always excited for. The stress of picking out outfits and hoping my children behave paints a daunting picture on the experience but when those pictures come back to me... it was all worth it. I don't even care how I looked or if they lost their cool for a few minutes and got overly goofy. The memories are precious regardless and possibly even more so when they genuinely reflect their sillies- their pout faces- and their boundless energy. My approach to family sessions is more documentary. We start off structured with some smiling at the camera portraits and then we play some games that capture more genuine interaction and joy. We have fun!
What should we wear?
I have some general suggestions that help you to plan your outfits for a family session and am happy to send that information to you if you would like! I am also more than
happy to help you select outfits if you send me pictures of what you are thinking or can even go as far as suggesting outfits to purchase online. Just ask!
Where and when do sessions take place?
We will decide on a location together! I have several suggestions that are local but if you have a location that has meaning to you or your family, that is even better!
Sessions take place about an hour and a half to two hours before sunset. This allows for the light to be that pretty golden color and not directly overhead or too bright causing squinty eyes. If you absolutely cannot do a session at this time just let me know and I will do my best to work with your schedule.
What about the weather?
If the weather seems troubling for your upcoming session we will touch base and decide together what is best.
If it is easier for you to reschedule a couple of days ahead when rain or high wind is being called for we can do that or we can make a call that day based on what weather comes.
We will always just reschedule to the next closest date that works for us both.