As a family photographer in the Marin County area, I cherish the opportunity to capture those beautiful moments of love, emotion, and pure feeling that make family life so beautiful and unique! The special joy of my work is to help families freeze those special moments in time, creating memories that will last forever. One of my favorite ways to do this is through relaxed, in-home family sessions. My clients always ask me for tips when planning their in-home family session, So, I’ve put together my top four tips that I share with my clients on how to have a casual and relaxed family photography session right in the comfort of their own home!
#1 Make it Personal
In-home sessions are really special because they’re all about you and your unique family. This is the perfect opportunity to incorporate elements of your daily lives that are special and meaningful to you! Do you love baking cookies with your kids on a lazy Sunday afternoon? Or maybe you have a tradition of reading your child’s favorite book before bedtime. Or you all love lounging on the couch, watching your favorite TV show, and laughing together. These simple, everyday moments are what makes your family special, and capturing them will make your session feel truly authentic and personal!
#2 Don’t Stress About Perfection!
In-home sessions are not about perfect poses or tidy homes that look like they’re straight out of a magazine! Instead, the goal is to capture real, genuine moments of your family’s life. Your home is the place where you feel most comfortable, where you laugh, cry, play, and love. It’s the place where your family is truly themselves. That’s exactly what we want to capture in these sessions. So, let go of the idea of perfection and instead focus on the beauty of your real, everyday life.
#3 Dress Comfortably
When it comes to choosing outfits for your session, comfort should be your top priority!! Choose clothes that you feel good in, and that reflect your family’s unique style and personality. Don’t feel the need to dress up in matching outfits or formal clothes unless that’s what you’re comfortable in! The main goal of the session is on the connection and love between your family members, not on what you’re wearing. So, pick clothes that let you move, play, and be yourselves.
#4 Have Fun!!
The goal of these sessions is not just about capturing beautiful photos, they’re also about creating beautiful memories. This is a time, to play, laugh, and enjoy being together as a family. I’ll be there to capture all those beautiful, fun moments, so you can just focus on having a good time! In-home sessions are truly about celebrating the beauty of your everyday life. They’re relaxed, authentic, and fun! These sessions are a chance to capture the essence of your family, the love, the laughter, the quiet moments, and the loud ones, all in the place where you feel most at home. I can’t wait to help you capture these special moments in the place where your heart is – your home. If you are planning your in-home family session in the Marin County area don’t hesitate to reach out! So, we can talk about the ideas you have for your in-home session. Want to learn more about who will be capturing these special moments in your life? Head to my, about me page, can’t wait to hear from you!
