You probably have hundreds of photos of yourself and your children on your phone, but when was the last time you had a professionally shot family portrait session? Unlike the images on your phone, professionally shot family portraits have artistic composition and perfect lighting with high resolution. These high-quality images are suitable for printing in large formats, framing, or displaying in custom-made photo albums. Don't let limitless numbers of phone snapshots keep you from owning professionally shot keepsake portraits of your family.
Most of us remember the stiff, awkward-looking, in-studio family portraits from the past. If that's what comes to mind when you hear the words family portraits, let me tell you how much family portrait sessions have changed. To begin with, booking a professional portrait session is easy and convenient. You can contact me 24/7 with just one click, and I always respond to inquiries within 24 hours or sooner. We then pick a date and time to meet and choose a picturesque outdoor location for your session. With 60 miles of shoreline along the Grand Strand, most people choose to have a beach session, which can be at sunrise, sunset, or somewhere in-between. I'm open to your location ideas and have location suggestions to share if you're visiting Myrtle Beach and need help deciding.
On the day of your session, I will capture numerous natural-looking images of your family having fun on the beach or another outdoor location. Depending on the package you choose, only 30 minutes to an hour of your time is required. I will direct your shoot and suggest poses for everyone, leaving room for less structured and playful photos toward the end of your session. I'm always happy to incorporate your creative input into your shoot. Your pet can be part of your family portrait session, so please bring them along.
Approximately two weeks later, you will receive an email containing a URL link for viewing your portraits. You'll be delighted to see a collection of bright and whimsical images that I know you'll love. You decide which images you like best by selecting them directly from your online gallery. The number of images you get depends on the package you purchase. You can also order prints, gallery-wrapped canvases, custom-made albums, image presentation boxes, greeting cards, or USB flash drives. So, put down your camera phone and get in front of the lens for a change. I hope you go for it. Like all my clients, I know you'll be glad you did.
Annual Family Portraits
I recommend booking a family portrait session every year for families with small children. I'm so glad I don't have pictures of my children, said no one. Ever. We all know how quickly time passes by. From your child's first steps to their high school graduation, capture your child as they grow and preserve the tender moments of your lives with annual family portraits. Here are a few more reasons to consider making family portraits a yearly tradition.
Family Portraits Commemorate New Family Members
More than a great way to document a child's growth, annual family portraits also document other changes occurring within your family, like the addition of new family members. Commemorate the arrival of a newborn baby or the adoption of a child with professionally shot portraits. Perhaps you've married someone who has children from a previous marriage. Annual family portraits are a great way to convey your love and acceptance of the new children in your life. This yearly tradition will help ease the transition for both the previous and newly added children and strengthen your family bond.
Establish Self Worth with Family Portraits
Preteen and teenage years can be quirky for children. Displaying family portraits throughout your home that depict your children as babies and toddlers helps create a foundation to boost their confidence later in life. Growing up with family portraits on display tells children that they matter and are equal to the other members of their family. Family portraits remind children of their ancestry and create a feeling of identity that helps keep them in touch with their genuine selves as they grow older.
Family Portraits & Mental Health of Seniors
Family portraits have many positive effects on older adults. Like with children, family portraits remind aging family members that they are an integral part of their family. For older people with cognitive disorders, family portraits spark memories that evoke pleasing emotions. From childhood to senior years, the benefits of family portraits stand the test of time.
Family Portraits Improve Your Mood
Regardless of age, family portraits have a soothing effect during challenging moments. Most of us get stressed or have a bad day from time to time. Seeing your family portraits can help you replace negative emotions with happy feelings. When arguments occur between married couples, cohabitants, or children, looking at family portraits can reset the brain and calm feelings of frustration. Young children can be sentimental about relocating to a new town. In these instances, family portraits can help them feel more secure while they adjust to their new surroundings.
Family Portraits Tell Your Story
It's impossible to remember each moment of life. Family portraits reconnect us with memories and those who have passed away. Imagine an old sepia print of your great-grandparents or the black and white childhood pictures of your parents. Images like those tell the story of your family's legacy. Your modern-day family portraits will one day represent the past for future generations that don't exist yet.
Schedule Your Family Portrait Session
Family portraits help make a house a home. They induce heartwarming feelings of comfort that anchor us while reminding ourselves that there's more than just me. These reference guides can help you plan your wardrobe and enjoy your session. Though life is busy, getting a professional family portrait session is worth the time it takes. Don't put it off another year. I hope to see you soon.
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