A Seasonal Guide for What to Wear In Your Boston Family Photos | Boston Family Photographer
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A Seasonal Guide for What to Wear In Your Boston Family Photos | Boston Family Photographer

Choosing outfits for family photos doesn’t have to be stressful — especially when you dress with New England weather, not against it. Boston’s seasons each have their own personality, and your outfits should match the vibe (and the temperature). Here’s a simple breakdown to help you look polished, comfortable, and very “you” in every season.

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Boston Family Photo Session Spotlight: Fun Fall Photos with a New Baby | Boston Family Photographer
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Boston Family Photo Session Spotlight: Fun Fall Photos with a New Baby | Boston Family Photographer

There’s something so special about capturing a family in their own space, where they feel most comfortable and at home. This fall, I had the pleasure of photographing this sweet family in their gorgeous home in the heart of Back Bay, and as a Boston photographer, this has always been one of my favorite neighborhoods.

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My Best of 2024 Family Session Photos: All the Memories We Made | Boston Family Photographer
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My Best of 2024 Family Session Photos: All the Memories We Made | Boston Family Photographer

What a year in family photos! My busiest season of the year is fall, and it’s usually a blur. I am always so grateful when I have the chance to look back through all the photos from the year. In a family portrait photographer’s world, January is the time of year we do all the back-end things that are neglected during the busy season, so I love going through photos and reliving these moments.

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My Top 3 Ways to Display Your Favorite Family Photos | Boston Family Photographer
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My Top 3 Ways to Display Your Favorite Family Photos | Boston Family Photographer

Print those photos! The task can be so daunting, but the theme here is not perfection, in my house, it’s always a work in progress. I love seeing how my clients display their favorite family photos, and while I can admit, sometimes I fall behind, seeing how much my kids love actual physical photos is the best motivation to keep it going (and of course I love them too!!)

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Families That Book Every Year, With The Melahouris Family | Boston Family Photographer
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Families That Book Every Year, With The Melahouris Family | Boston Family Photographer

Another family that I am so lucky to see for portraits year after year is the Melahouris family. I’ve been with this trio since 2017, all the way from mom’s maternity shoot and the newborn phase to this year with a kid who’s grown up right before my eyes. Looking back on their outdoor sessions each fall is always a good reminder of how quickly it goes.

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Furry Friends Welcome: Including Pets in Your Family Photo Session | Boston Family Photographer
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Furry Friends Welcome: Including Pets in Your Family Photo Session | Boston Family Photographer

Are you ready to capture some magic of family memories? Here’s something I’ve learned as a family portrait photographer (and dog mama) here in Boston... Bring. Your. Pets. I'm all about capturing the authentic love and fun you have with your family – and that includes your furry, four-legged members too!

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Families That Book Every Year, With the Laliberte Family | Boston Family Photographer
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Families That Book Every Year, With the Laliberte Family | Boston Family Photographer

As someone who has been photographing families in Boston for a long time, it’s always a good feeling to see a familiar name pop up in my calendar year after year. When parents trust me to capture special memories and milestones of their kids growing up, it is a huge part of what makes my job so worth it.

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