Family Portraits

I recently had another local family come in for portraits. That's the goal, right? Well, this young family has absolutely beautiful children and I wanted to share them with you!

I used to work with "mom's" sister a couple of years ago. Turns out, she's getting married soon and I hope to provide the photography for the wedding.

Anyway, let's talk a bit about family photography. While traditional, in-studio portraits are an excellent way to go, I tend to want to do something a little different.

I'm sure many of you have heard of "personal photography". This is what I enjoy the most when photographing families or even just the children.

Personal Photography involves me, the photographer, coming into your home for a day (or more if necessary) and capturing the life of the family, child or children. Even pets! I've provided this type of coverage in the past and produced some of the best portraits in this manner.

There is typically little or no staging of the shots, although the family may choose an activity that is not necessarily on the schedule, just so I can capture it. Families, children and pets are best photographed in their most natural, or comfortable, environment. Home! We can get meal time, play time, bath time, even bed time all in one photo session. Though it is a long day, it is very rewarding to build a real friendship with the client in their own home, hopefully a friendship that continues on after the session.

Aside from the standard prints that are usually ordered, coffee table-style books are becoming ever more popular. These books can be designed in so many ways; sections to include the family together, each child separately, the pet or pets.

I'd love to be YOUR personal photographer. As always, my consultations are free, so give me a shout and we'll plan your family day!