If you are looking for outdoor photos the best time is late Spring and early Fall. The weather is usually nice and mild. It’s not too hot that everyone is sweaty and miserable. Also, those times the most locations aren’t as crowded as in the summer. If you need to book in the summer that is totally fine as well just be sure you bring lots of water with you. Sessions take place outdoors about  1 ½ hrs before sunset and usually last about an hour. Another option is a studio session which is a great option for the winter or just when you want a totally different look for your family session.

I recommend scheduling your family photography session at least a month in advance so you have time to plan and purchase your family outfits, choose your location and get the kids mentally ready.

It can be a struggle to figure out outfits with your family that are appealing. Begin with choosing a color palette, not matching colors. Set the outfit choices based on this color scheme. It doesn’t have to be difficult – light or dark, choose a broad theme, and go from there. This will ensure each family member retains their unique style while looking good as a unit. The point is for your family to fit together and not stick out in a bad way in a photograph. Not every color fits or works for every person! Just relax, and above all else, be comfortable.

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