Documenting Your Family For Every Milestone
When I first met this couple, they were getting ready to welcome their first baby. I remember that maternity session at Lands End, with the sunset glowing behind them. It wasn’t just a beautiful moment—it was about capturing the excitement and change they were about to experience. The mom looked amazing, and you could feel how much this new chapter meant to them.
Since then, I’ve photographed them five more times, capturing their growing family as they welcomed more children. They’ve got three beautiful girls now, and I’ve had the chance to watch them change and grow each time. One of my favorite sessions was their last maternity shoot—watching their daughters connect with their mom before their new sibling arrived was such a special moment.
Telling Your Family’s Story, Year by Year
Families like theirs remind me why yearly family photo sessions are so important. Each year brings something new—your kids get older, their personalities come out more, and the whole vibe of your family shifts as you go through life together. It’s not just about getting a great picture—it’s about capturing how your family changes and grows, bit by bit.
Every time I visit their home, I see the photos we’ve taken over the years proudly displayed on their walls. It’s amazing to see how much their family has changed, but also how those little moments we’ve captured have become part of their story. Those photos aren’t just for today—they’re memories for the future, for when their kids are grown and can look back at these moments.
Keeping It Real
When I take photos, my focus is always on capturing real moments. I don’t need your family to be perfect or to have everyone smiling on cue. Life doesn’t work like that, and neither should your photos. Each year with your kids is going to be different—sometimes they’re silly, sometimes serious, sometimes a bit of both. But those are the moments you’ll want to remember, not just the posed ones.
With this family, I’ve seen how their kids’ personalities have shaped each session. Their first daughter was playful, their second was a little more quiet, and their youngest is still a baby, but I can’t wait to see who she becomes! Every year, their sessions are different, but they’re always true to who they are as a family. Yearly family photo sessions help capture the real moments, showing how your family’s personality shifts and changes over time.
Photos That Last
Yearly family photo sessions are a way to keep track of how much your family changes. But more than that, they create lasting memories that you’ll look back on and smile. When you see how your kids have grown, it’s not just about their looks changing, but about the stages of life they’ve gone through—and the connection you’ve shared along the way.
For this family, their photos are more than just pictures—they’re a way to remember all the little things that make their family unique. Looking back on those images, they can see how much their girls have grown and how their family has evolved over the years. And those aren’t just memories to sit on your phone—they’re meant to be shared, displayed, and passed down.
Keeping It Fun and Stress-Free
Family photos shouldn’t feel like a chore. My goal is always to make yearly family photo sessions fun and relaxed, without worrying about getting everything “perfect.” When we let go of the pressure, the best moments happen—whether that’s your kids running around, laughing, or just being themselves.
I love creating a space where families, especially moms, feel confident and seen. Whether we’re celebrating a pregnancy, capturing the early days with a newborn, or just spending time with your kids, it’s about making sure you feel comfortable and real in front of the camera.
Why You Should Start Documenting Your Family Yearly
If you’ve been thinking about starting a tradition of yearly family photo sessions, I’m here to tell you—it’s worth it. Every year brings new changes, and capturing those moments means you’ll always have a way to look back and see how far you’ve come. Your family’s story deserves to be told, year by year.
You deserve to look back on these moments, knowing they were captured honestly, without the pressure of being anything other than yourselves. Let’s create something real together—something you and your family will treasure for years to come.
