When shouldn't you?! I love getting updated photos for kids each year around their birthday that you can use to update your walls or create an album. This is a way better option than school pictures (which can cost just as much for less variety!). You could also opt to take pictures annually on a date that's important to you - when you bought your house, on your anniversary, or on a special holiday. A lot of people choose to take pictures in the Spring and Fall too!

When should I take family pictures?

I think home sessions work for every stage of life because they document not just the changes in you but the changes in your daily life - from cribs to bed, neutral colors to brights, however you like to decorate!

Studio sessions are almost the opposite. They give you a clean, classic look that ties your photos together over the years. They're also great because you don't have to clean up, and you don't have to worry about the weather!

Outdoor sessions are where you can get the amazing sun glow and bring nature into your home. My favorite time to shoot outside is from April - June. I prefer the greens and flowers of Spring to the browns and yellows of Fall, but I know Fall is popular with a lot of families!

Home, Studio, or Outside?

Here's a secret: no one's kids are perfect angels during pictures. No matter how cute their pictures are, I guarantee there were moments when mom and dad were trying their best to smile through the chaos (including some pictures on this page).

I prep my families so that they know what to expect, and I do my best to get pictures that show the love of your family rather than focusing on everyone always smiling at the camera.

If all else fails, there's bribery. My kids know that every single photo session is followed by the ice cream store.

What if my kids don't behave?

Check out some FAQs below to find out about my newborn session experience.