Have you ever tried to take your own family photos? As a photographer and parent, there always seems to be ONE person missing in pictures of my family, the person taking the photo (which is me). We’ve tried setting up the camera on top of the stroller with a timer, we’ve tried the ‘arm-stretched-out-and-hoping-everyone’s-in-the-frame’ technique, but in the end we end up with this.

As much as I love the quirky, snapshot this is, it’s not one I’d hang on the wall – but maybe in the scrapbook.
So stop kidding yourself that your family photos are just fine, and find someone to help you. Nothing is more important than capturing what’s most important to you. Many people I come across tell me,”I just can’t afford professional photos”. I have to agree, it is an investment, but maybe this article, Why Choose Custom Photography, may enlighten you.

I enjoy capturing the random, quirky personality every family has. I know, and you know, it’s life and it’s not picture perfect, and it’s ok. Nothing makes a photo more personal than one that can make you laugh, smile and maybe even shed a tear. When I do a session it’s not formal, sorry to say. Everyone is dressed comfy (yet stylish), we will laugh, and have fun. It brings out the natural smile in everyone. So leave the pressed shirts at home, and come in your favorite jeans and rockin’ shirt and let’s capture these precious moments!

by Sheryl
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