Family photos capture more than just appearances; they hold memories. But when should you update family photos? If you have young children, you know how quickly they grow—each new phase brings a fresh look, smile, or expression. Here are some of the best times to update your family portraits.
At Each New Milestone
Kids go through big and tiny milestones that make each stage unique. Whether it’s a new school year, a birthday, or a endearing milestones like the first steps or first tooth loss, these moments can be the perfect occasion to capture your family as they are today. Shorter sessions, such as what we did for this sweet family, can be ideal for quickly capturing these everyday yet significant memories.
Seasonal Changes
Updating family photos each season adds variety to your albums. From bright summer days to cozy fall colors, Seattle’s seasonal beauty offers plenty of backdrops. Pick your favorite season and plan ahead by reserving a time on my online schedule.
Life Changes
New jobs, a new home environment, or welcoming a new family member are perfect times to update your family photos. These moments reflect big shifts in your lives, and having professional photos taken during these times can be a beautiful way to remember the excitement and transitions.
Anytime You Feel Like it’s Been Too Long
Sometimes, life just gets busy. If it’s been a year or two since your last family photo, it might be time to update. Kids grow up fast, and I know how precious it can to capture them at their cutest stages. Booking a yearly session for your family ensures you’ll have plenty of memories from every age and stage. Book the photoshoot, and rest assured that your family memories will be updated yearly.
Keeping It Easy with Shorter Sessions
Updating family photos doesn’t have to be time-consuming. If you’re a busy professional, or stay at home parent, I’m happy to offer a 20 minute session time like we did on this gorgeous day at the local beach. A shorter session with an experienced and efficient Seattle family photographer can make it quick and easy to capture these meaningful stages. These shorter sessions are perfect for a family with busy schedules that still want authentic, candid photos without a huge time commitment.
Whenever you’re ready, get in touch with me through my contact page and request a shorter session time. Life is constantly changing—but there’s always time to update family photos.
