Before we know it, summer will be here in full force.
When we were considering a move back to Texas, one of the things that scared me the most was living through Texas summers again. Summer is such a great time to take family photos, especially extended family photos, but the reality is that North Texas gets very hot over the summer. This does not mean you need to skip out on family photos this summer. Here are some reasons to move your family photo session indoors this summer.
Your comfort from the heat
When you take the time to book a professional photographer for your immediate or extended family photo session, you are also going to take the time to style your hair, do your make up and pick out specific outfits for your family. Granted, I'm a pretty simple woman when it comes to these things year round, but I cannot stand having make up melt off my face outside in the summer heat. Let's take all that time you put in to getting ready for your photo session and stay a little more comfortable in the heat by being indoors.
Flexibility on Timing
Over the summer, if I want to go for a run, I have to be home before the sun gets too high in the sky to stay safe. My kids take forever to fall asleep because "if the sun's awake, then I'm awake." The long days of summer make for some amazing memories, but if there are young kids in your family being photographed, then moving our session indoors can let us do the session when they are at their best, not when the sun's at its best or safest for summer heat. We can time your session for well before the dinner and bedtime rush to let everyone have a more relaxing experience and enjoy this time spent together as family.
Alright, you've convinced me to do my summer photos inside, now where will we do that?
For this we have three options, your home, a rented studio, or a modern approach to family photography.
Being comfortable in your own home
As a bit of a home body, not having to even leave my house for family photos sounds awesome. I will bring everything to you, so all you need to do is get ready and relax and enjoy some family time. When I arrive, I will walk around to find the best spot for photos (unless you already had a spot in mind). My favorite spots tend to be where the whole family can cuddle together. For immediate family sessions, this often looks like a big bed or couch. For extended family sessions, we will often use a living room or dining room. I want to find the spots where your family, no matter its size, gathers to enjoy one another. There is no need to clean. I will make sure that any clutter is out of frame or I will move it. I bring my lights with me to every session to ensure that you will have beautiful light for you photos no matter what the weather does outside.
Renting a studio
If you really do not want to do photographs in your own home, we have the option to rent a studio. I use studios in Roanoke and Bedford that are lovely and homey. You will have timeless photos that celebrate what makes your family unique just as you are. There is a cost to renting studios and this is passed on to you. Most studios are anywhere from $50-$100 per hour depending on the day of week and timing. Because I have a clear plan for our session, we will not need more than an hour! Sometimes, extended families need a little more space than a home will allow and studios are a great option for a larger group. If you do want to rent a studio, just reach out when you book and we can discuss the location and I will let you know the times we have available in studio.
A simple, modern approach to family photos.
The same style that I use for school portraits can be used for family sessions, too. I can bring this set up to your home or you can come to my Grapevine locations to let your family be the star of the show. We will laugh, snuggle and smile as your family creates classic images with a modern approach. The love you have in your family will be the center of the images we create. When that love is so strong, the background doesn't matter! I will use a gray or white background with beautiful light to create these timeless images that your family can look back on for years to come.
