Today I am excited to share with you some tips and what to expect for Extended Family Photos. These sessions are some of my favorite but also some of the most exhausting! There are definitely lots of factors when it comes to planning and executing a successful extended family session. Understanding the flow before our session will help you get the most out of your experience.

When it comes to family picture day, a lot of stress is typically associated with days leading up to the session. We’re here to help you relax and be prepared all at the same time.

Family pictures are great – they help you create and remember fond memories of your loving family. However, this day can get very stressful, and we want to ensure this doesn’t happen. If you’re stressed it will show, and we want your photos to be carefree.

Choosing what you wear to your portrait session is kind of a big deal. I mean, these pictures are going to be around for a while. Still, you shouldn't stress out about it too much. When selecting your outfits for the day, I have three rules of thumb to follow:

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