There’s a general feeling that families should hire a photographer only when their children are little for family portraits.
I understand the reasoning. Families get busier when the kids are teenagers, and tend to forget that these moments are passing at a rapid pace. But yet, so much growth happens in those tween and teen years that deserves to be photographed.
Take this family for example. Before the youngest, Hannah (we took her senior pictures too!), heads off to college, this family of five was due for some fun and an updated family portrait. I love this hidden boardwalk in the heart of Fairport, and the flowers that night did not disappoint.
So yes, right now IS a good time to take your family pictures. Especially when one of those grown up kids is now a high school senior and they’ll soon be leaving home for college. This time is important, and deserves its own family portrait session to remember it by.
Looking for the perfect location for an extended family portrait session? Check out our recent photography at Canandaigua Lake in the Finger Lakes. With its serene waters and stunning natural surroundings, Canandaigua Lake offers an ideal backdrop for capturing multi-generational family portraits. Our session featured candid moments, group shots, and timeless memories that will be cherished for years. Learn more about why Canandaigua Lake is a great spot for family photography.