Every year, I look forward to seeing my families! Watching your families grow is one of the biggest joys I have in my line of work. The Skinner family is no different, so without further adieu, here is their beautiful fall family session!

 

 

Family Shots

The last time I was able to photograph them, their youngest was a tiny tot, so I really loved seeing them again and snapping these images during this stage in their life! Everything can be so hectic, but I find it so important to slow down and take that extra day off to document each stage in your family. You’ll never regret having “too many” photos, but you certainly will regret not taking enough.

 

 

When Jess called me up and told me she wanted them close to home where the babes play, it made my heart giddy. There’s nothing better than making your family session personal to you. Whether it’s at home, or at your babe’s favorite park, taking your photos at a place that means something to you makes them that much more special.

And you know what makes those images even MORE special? Vintage denim.

 

The Boys

 

 

That’s right. DENIM. All of these jackets belonged to Parker at one point or another in his life, and I DIED when I saw all the boys in their jackets! Possibly the cutest thing I have EVER seen!

 

Momma and Me

If there is one thing near and dear to my heart, it’s those pictures with mama. As a mother, sometimes we can feel under appreciated or unseen, but I see you. I want to capture these sweet, tender moments where you are beautiful and loved.

 

Mom & Dad

Okay, so if your photographer doesn’t do this, ask them to take a few snaps next time! I LOVE to take like 5 minutes out of the session for just mom and dad. It’s important to remember where things all started, with just the two of you. You are more than just “mom and dad”, and you need pictures alone, too.

 

 

Then comes the end of the session, where the kids are D-O-N-E. HA! These can be the best, or the worst images. You decide which these ended up being 😉

 

 

Family sessions can be so fun! Fall is also one of the best times to take photos as the colors, temps, and lighting are so beautiful. If you want to have them done during that time of year, though, please remember you will need to schedule with your photographer FAR in advance as those dates are a hot commodity!

 

Anyway, enjoy checking out these precious babes! See you all again soon!

-Lauren B.