Family photos are one of the best keepsakes people cherish forever. Despite there being some stressful moments like coordinating outfits, and making sure everyone is well fed and happy, they are truly memorable. This front porch family photo shoot has all the inspiration for your upcoming family pictures. With summer coming to an end and fall right around the corner, there is no better time to start planning, then now. Family pictures are not only a momento and decoration for your home, they are also perfect for your Christmas cards!
The photographer shares,
“Anytime I am invited into a family’s home to capture photos, it is always a privilege. Entering into someone’s home is their sacred place, their holy ground, and where their everyday life takes place. So, what better place to capture moments, than in the front yard of your home?
When I pulled up to the house for this front porch family photo shoot, I was greeted by one of the sweetest little girls wanting to show me her unicorn toy that was outside in the driveway. The way kids welcome you in as an immediate friend makes my job so much fun. The four kids ran around in the front yard, went down the slides on their playground, and snuggled with their family for a few minutes.”
The photographer continues,
“Capturing moments that are unplanned are what makes family photo sessions feel like you were right there living the moment when you glimpse at the photo. Photos tell the story of a family. The laughs, the running, the snuggles, the tickle fights, and even the meltdowns, are all a part of what goes into real life. Those are the photos I try to capture.
The opposite of posing, but rather capturing. Allowing the family and siblings to just simply live and do life and I just step in to photograph it. Playing, coloring, running, eating, and talking are all normal activities that this family does on a regular basis. When I arrive to have a photo session, I simply just let them “live” and that’s how the photos turned out authentic. Every single time I have the opportunity to take a family’s photos, it feels like a complete honor. They welcome me into their personal safe haven and I never want to take it for granted.”
One piece of advice for planning family photo clothes is to find 1 or 2 (patterned) pieces as your base. Then, choose simple and elegant accent colors to support those main pieces. If you need some clothing inspiration, you know we have you covered with our list of fall wardrobe staple pieces!