As the season’s colors change and the air grows crisp, (well, as crisp as it gets in the Texas heat), families feel the pull of creating lasting memories with fall portraits. However, standing at this crossroads, you face a decision as important as choosing between barbecue sauce or salsa at a Tex-Mex feast—one that will determine the flavor of your family portraits this fall. Specifically, in the world of family photography, this decision presents itself as this: mini sessions and full sessions.

If you’re a Mama in the whirlwind of parenting, your life is already an action-packed, unpredictable sitcom. But fear not, dear mama. Let’s dive into my top 8 tips for getting Kids ready for a Happy, Successful, and Stress-Free Family Photoshoot!

Did you know that there are 2 Golden Hours? Yep, you read that right – TWO! As we head into the busy fall and holiday season, Sunrise might just be the perfect fit for your family!

Imagine This, Mama.

this family was it! Their love and energy would have made any location shine, but I truly loved being able to do something that was totally different than what I had done before.

I decided to start putting together my favorite shots of the first season of the year!

No matter what the age of your kids, we always find a way to have ya’ll connect. Connection is the most important. Connection no matter the age of your family.

Do you kids hate the car? Do they scream as soon as they see their carseat? Whether you’ve got a long road trip planned, or daily commutes that your little ones hate, car activities are kind of a lifesaver.

I’ve put together my list of the most important things to think about when preparing for your upcoming photo session.

It’s really simple…it’s all about you!