In-Home Family Photography Sessions - Real Concerns and Successes from My Seattle Clients

It is no secret that in-home family sessions are my jam. I love window light, I love the comfort it brings to parents and kids alike. I love that the setting is meaningful and that we can always pop outside or go for a walk for even more variety. There is a magic that comes from in-home sessions that I just adore. However, I know that it is not always easy to envision the end product. You see your house in a completely different way than a photographer would, and under so many different circumstances. So, I took to the streets to directly ask my client’s who have had home sessions what their concerns were, what their reality was, and if they would do it again. And by the streets, I mean texting, emailing, and chatting.

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Newborn Session: Preparing and Loving Your House for Photos | Seattle Newborn Photographer

First things first- your house does not need to perfect to have your family photos at home. You do not need pristine white walls, a large space, or an incredibly styled space. Your house is already perfect because it is your home. I mean that! However, there are a couple of things you can do just to put yourself at ease and ensure that your images look incredible!

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Five Reasons to Take Your Family Photos In Your Home

I shoot family sessions in a variety of locations. Although I will always go over what is best for your family once we are in contact, I want to share some information about each type of location in order to help you choose. Today I'll highlight the reasons to pick your own house as the session location. First of all, 99% of my newborn sessions are held at home. When it comes to newborn sessions, it is a pretty easy decision. However, having a newborn is not the only reason to have a family photography session in your home. Here are five more:

MacDonald Newborn Lifestyle Session | Ballard

I first photographed the MacDonald family in the fall. They had just moved to Seattle, WA from Atlanta, GA. Kirsten was pregnant, Kunal had accepted a new job. Adeleigh was on her way to toddlerhood. When I got the call that the time had come to meet the newest member of the family, James Everett b. 8lbs 4oz, I couldn't wait to see and hold him.

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Heidi's Newborn and Family Photos

There is a moment in every shoot involving a baby where the mother needs to do something... help a sibling, get a drink, grab a blanket. This is my moment. "Oh, I can hold the baby if you need me to."