Family laying on autumn pine needles in a sun-dappled forest enjoying playful moments together.
A tender black and white portrait of a father and child embracing outdoors with trees in the background.
A happy pair wearing coordinating blue plaid shirts share a joyful moment together outdoors on an autumn day.
A group of people gathered together on a forest trail surrounded by tall trees in a black and white photo series.
A person holding a child stands in a sunlit forest path surrounded by tall evergreen trees.
A group wearing matching plaid flannel shirts poses together in a sunlit forest of tall pine trees.
Group enjoying a moment together while sitting on a hillside trail in a sunny forest setting.
Family portrait session in a sunlit forest with multiple people wearing flannel and denim in autumn.
Family wearing coordinated red plaid shirts poses together in a sunlit forest among tall pine trees.
A group enjoying an autumn hike together on a sunlit forest trail surrounded by tall pine trees.
Three people wearing plaid shirts pose together in a sunlit forest with tall pine trees in the background.
A heartwarming outdoor portrait of two people embracing and smiling in a sunlit forest setting.
A group stands casually in a sunlit forest with tall pine trees, wearing plaid shirts and denim.
Family sitting together among pine trees on a forest floor covered in fallen needles during autumn.
Three people in plaid shirts and jeans pose together in a forest setting during golden hour.

Perfectly Imperfect: A Rowdy, Real-Life Family Session 


If you’ve ever worried that your kids are too wild for family photos—this one’s for you.


This session was full of energy, giggles, sprinting, snack breaks, and a whole lot of love. We had Grandma, Grandpa, Mom, Dad, Dads Sister, and the kiddos. And honestly? It was PERFECT. Because real family life is not about sitting still and smiling at the camera—it’s about connection, movement, chaos, and joy. And when you embrace the messy moments, that’s when the magic happens.


 Why Rowdy Sessions Make the Best Memories


Kids are meant to move. To climb, chase, explore, and laugh with their whole bodies. When we let go of “perfect” and just play, the photos come alive. This family leaned into the chaos, and it gave us the most genuine, joy-filled images.


From spontaneous piggyback rides to tickle fights in the grass, the whole session felt like one big adventure. No one was forcing smiles—because they were actually having fun.


 What to Expect with High-Energy Sessions

I generally start with the posed group shot, most kids take a minute or two to warm up. It's the perfect time to let them snuggle in with Mom or Dad while they get comfortable with me and the camera. And then it is on to

Lots of Movement – We’ll run, play, jump, dance—whatever works for your crew.

Candid Moments – The best photos usually happen in the in-between.

Zero Pressure – I guide gently and follow the kids’ lead. No meltdowns required. Plenty of time for breaks and just chill moments too.

Real Life Is Beautiful (and Worth Remembering)


If your family is full of big energy and big feelings—bring it on. These years are wild, fleeting, and full of love, and I’m here to capture it all in a way that feels honest, beautiful, and so you.


 Ready to book your own joyful, rowdy session?

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