I met up with Jessica and her family for an outdoor family portrait session in Folsom, California a few months back. Lovely green stalks still graced the open field, and her families gorgeous complexions and fiery red hair complimented this natural setting perfectly. Thank you to this sweet family for allowing me to provide them a few images of their growing children.
This family is at home in the outdoors, often taking family camping trips and vacations in the mountains. They want to expose their children to a life filled with fresh air and sunshine, and that is probably why I am so fond of them. I adore sweet siblings the kind of kids that are gentle with each other, and truly love each other. These lovely children are a true joy to be around and their parents are so kind and compassionate with them.
Family photography, to me at least, should show a little more than a standard portrait. I feel happiest when I can connect with my clients on a deeper level and unearth their personalities, true smiles, and soft interaction. There is always a moment where a family is really being themselves and individual personalities are shining through…those are my favorite moments to capture. Putting children at ease and drawing them out is always my goal during a family portrait session.
Family means so much to me, I never want to forget the way my husband laughs with my two boys. I always feel like I am given the opportunity to get to know people in their elements when they are with their own families during a session, and that is such an honor. A philosophy I was exposed to from some industry leaders I admire, being a photographer is about more than showing off what people look like…it is about showing who they are and how they are with others that they love.
So.much.personality! I cannot stop smiling at this energetic, entertaining, highly spirited and sweet girl. 
Snuggling in for some loving shots! I adore how natural they both were in front of the camera. They have such love and affection for each other. I can’t wait to schedule some mother daughter portraits with my own mom 🙂
To prepare for a mother-daughter session like this lovely pair, I recommend styling in coordinating outfits, layers, accessorize, and keep colors consistent with your surroundings. It is so much fun putting together outfits that really show off your own personalities! Since this session took place with some gorgeous greenery, these ladies paired their neutrals with pops of bright turquoise and greens. Complimentary colors like this are pleasing to the eye and make the images stand out. By keeping the tones consistent with the location you will have images that are timeless, and keep the focus on the moments happening between you and your daughter 🙂