I had so much fun shooting this family session for the Cook family in December! Liz didn't have time to shop for her family before their session, but I assured her that we could work with things from their closet. Many clients like to purchase special outfits for their family sessions, but it's definitely not necessary! The most important thing is for you to be comfortable in your clothing and for it to reflect who you are as individuals. No one wants to look at a photo from twenty years ago and wonder why on earth they chose to wear what they did. As part of your experience of working with me, I provide complimentary style consultations over email and sometimes in the studio depending on schedules. I'll even send over links of suggestions of where to purchase pieces that fit within your budget. As always, the studio wardrobe is available to clients who are interested in borrowing from it.

Liz chose to have her hair and makeup done, and I just loved the gorgeous textured braid she chose! When we arrived at the field, I informed the family that it was time to have fun together! So many dads hate having their photos taken because photographers drag out the session longer than it needs to be or expect small children to be perfectly behaved and sit with their hands folded on their laps. That's just not how I operate. Sessions with me are a time to have fun, love each other, and laugh... a lot. I'll give you tips and tricks to best prep for the session, and we'll work with whatever curveballs your threenager lobs our way. All you need to do is be a family, and I'm there to help with simple and easy direction for natural interaction. There is no need to fake moments or connection... the moments you see here are authentic.

Without further ado, here are some of my favorites from this sweet family's session.

Family of four talking and taking a walk in a field in Atlanta, Georgia.

Family of four wearing boots and jeans hugging and talking while standing in a natural field with trees in Atlanta, Georgia.

Two sisters smiling and hugging in a field at sunset in Atlanta, Georgia.

Two sisters with their father, hugging their daddy and laughing in a field in Atlanta, Georgia.

Father and daughter smiling, laughing and tickling each other in a field in Atlanta, Georgia.

Mother holding and snuggling her toddler daughter outside at sunset in Atlanta GA.

Mother hugging and kissing her toddler daughter outside at sunset in Atlanta, GA.

Father holding his five year old daughter outside at sunset in Atlanta.

Family of four with two little girls sitting in a field at sunset in Atlanta talking and laughing.

Family of four interacting and snuggling outside at sunset in Atlanta.

Husband and wife hugging in a field at sunset in Atlanta.

Father hugging his two year old daughter in a field at sunset in Atlanta, GA.

Mother zipping coat and embracing five year old daughter in a field at sunset in Atlanta.

Mother and daughter embracing and smiling in a quiet moment at sunset in a field in Atlanta.

Close mother and daughter hugging and touching noses for an Eskimo kiss outdoors at sunset in Atlanta.

If you're looking for a family photographer who will document genuine emotion and authentic moments of you together, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. I can't wait to meet you!