Dogs are part of the family, so it only makes sense to include them in your family photos. One of the first questions many clients ask is whether they can bring their dog to a session—and the answer is usually yes! The key is choosing a location that is both beautiful for photos and dog-friendly.
Booking a family photo session is exciting, but many parents have questions before they schedule their session. From wondering how their kids will behave to figuring out what everyone should wear, these are all very common concerns.
As a family photographer, I hear many of the same questions from parents, so I’ve gathered some of the most common ones here to help make the process feel simple and stress-free.
One of my favorite things about family photo sessions is when families bring their dogs along. For many families, pets are just as much a part of the family as the kids, so including them in photos makes the session feel even more meaningful.
Beach sessions are especially perfect for this. With open space, beautiful light, and room for kids and dogs to play, the beach creates a relaxed environment where everyone can simply enjoy time together.
This session was a great example of how fun and natural family beach photos with dogs in Orange County can be.
For families, a photo session is more than just snapping pictures—it’s about capturing the essence of relationships and individual personalities. When it comes to photographing a family of four, there’s actually a lot of variety you can add to the poses. In this blog post, I’ll share some creative pose ideas for a family of four that will help your photos look natural and lively.
Right now I’m in a slow season for work. So, it’s the perfect time for me to talk about self care during the BUSY seasons!
My busy season is September through December. It’s when everyone needs family photos to send out a card for the holidays. I work every weekend with back to back mini-sessions. There’s lots of travel involved as I go from LA to Orange County and back.
I love helping my clients with what to wear for their photo session! Clothing is that finishing touch for your photos. You choose the location, you show up with your smiling faces and what you wear pulls it all together!
I found a new little spot on the Newport coast. It’s a bit of a hike down to the water, but it’s such a gem. Gorgeous cascading rocks lead down to the water.
Focusing on good family photos during your photo session is always a good idea! Unless you’re going to set up a camera on a tripod with a timer, you just don’t get all family members in the same frame. That’s why people go to a professional photographer!
Big kids! They don’t run from you like toddlers, but sometimes photographers need help because older kids can sometimes be timid at first.
I’ll preface my advice by telling you that it helps when you know a family. The ‘warming up’ period goes pretty quickly and they’re ready to laugh and have fun with you. So, keep your clients if you can!