My clients sometimes share their heartfelt regrets about missed portrait opportunities. Like those rare occasions when all their kids come home again, some living afar and some just around the corner.
I totally get it – in the whirlwind of getting everything ready for the kids' visit, it's easy to overlook capturing those special moments. It's like when my own boys both come home, and I find myself caught up in preparing for the visit and my own excitement to see them.
Read MoreFamily portraits are a cherished tradition that can capture the love, relationships and personality of your family for generations to come. But with so many photographers to choose from, it can be tough to know where to start. That's where this guide comes in. I'll walk through the different types of portrait services, show you how to find a photographer whose approach is a perfect match for your family, and help you think about your investment without compromising on what’s important to you.
Read MoreWe can be hesitant about doing family portraits no matter what ages our kids are.
In this family, the mom wasn’t sure about having family portraits done, even though her kids are grown and not likely to have a toddler-style meltdown.
“We aren’t the kind of people who do family portraits,” she said. “And I’m not really photogenic.”
(I told her many people, especially moms, feel that way. She is not alone.)
Read More
