Timing is Key

We all know, September comes in like a wrecking ball. September and October tend to come in and then are over before we even know it. So then, when November is here it can bulldoze us over! SO why wait to book your family pictures until the chaos hits?! The fall is crazy busy for all of us but especially for moms. We are in charge of the season’s parties, pumpkin carving, teacher gifts, the house, packing lunches, carpool to sports, studying for tests, and projects. Plus, there is this little tree that sits in the corner, that you get to decorate and that bird that everybody wants you to cook! With the intensity of fall schedules, I prefer to have my own family photographed during the spring and summer months. Life is just a little bit slower. Plus we have less commitments and a little more space on the calendar.

Pick a Great Spot

We don’t really need much, just a grassy field and your belly laughs. It is helpful when we can find a tucked away spot that doesn’t have an audience or a host of distractions. Maybe, you want to escape from the Florida heat but don’t know where to go…well, finding a photographer that has a variety of locations from New Port Richey down to St Pete and anywhere across the Tampa area is definitely going to ease your mind!

Get Help with Outfits

Using a neutral color palette creates a classic aesthetic. Plus it is my favorite choice for this upcoming 2024 fall season. But whatever you love, it can be overwhelming to choose outfits for your entire family. This is why its important that you reach out to your photographer to help you out. We photographers know that your husband doesn’t want to be sweating and that your 13 year old wants to be comfortable. We know that your teenager is super picky about what you put her in and that you want to feel good in your dress. We also know how to add dimension and interest while keeping this all in mind. And we have our own little hints and tips that help to pull it all together. Remember photographers do this all the time, so don’t be afraid to ask!

Bring the Laughs

Or find a photographer that does! Every family session I am a part of is different because I style the session after YOU. If your little one is a bit shy, I have some games for that. You have a super excited one, who can’t sit still, I have prompts just for them too. From start to finish we will roll with a session designed to fit your family! What does this mean? It means you don’t need to be nervous because I tell you where to look, when to do it and can handle anything your kids throw at me. After 10 years of photographing Tampa families I have learned the secret to a great session is to have a little fun!