Candid Mini Sessions at Egypt Park in Victor NY

One of the things I love the most about the families that come to our Candid Mini Sessions is all of the ways that they are constantly changing.

Like when a family, (who have been clients since their wedding) gets a new puppy.

Or when a family is celebrating the end of their home school year.

Or even just celebrating the fact that last time you were here at this playground, your child couldn’t climb the rock wall, but this time it was a piece of cake.

This mixture of family portraits and candid photography is how we help you remember all of the big and little moments of growth. It’s why our this version of family pictures exist.

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Senior Pictures in Penfield NY: Class of 2024, Ryleigh

Ryleigh came to us for her Fairport senior pictures last summer. She was looking for fun senior portraits that felt relaxed. Oh, and she wanted to include her Jeep in them too.

So we headed to Linear Park for some fun nature senior pictures, both in the water, and alongside her Jeep as well. When she’s in school, or working to take care of her Jeep, she’s an avid soccer player.

If you see her, give this Class of 2024 Senior a huge congrats from us!

What to Wear in Your Family Pictures: Tips from Fairport NY Photographers

One of the most asked questions about our family portrait sessions we receive is: “What should we wear?” So we thought we’d answer it once and for all, right here on the blog.

Here are some tips on what to wear for family pictures:

• Choose neutral colors. Neutral colors like navy, black, brown, and gray are always a safe bet for family photos. They're flattering on everyone and they won't clash with the background.

• Add pops of color. If you want to add a little bit of personality to your outfits, you can do so by adding pops of color. This could be a bright scarf, a patterned shirt, or a pair of colorful shoes. Just be sure to keep the pops of color small so that they don't overpower the rest of your outfit.

• Consider the season. When choosing outfits for family photos, it's important to consider the season. For example, if you're having your photos taken in the summer, you'll want to choose light, airy fabrics. If you're having your photos taken outside in the winter, you'll want to choose warmer fabrics or plan out coordinating jackets.

• Coordinate your outfits. You don't have to wear matching outfits for family photos, but it's a good idea to coordinate your outfits so that they look cohesive. This could mean choosing outfits in the same color scheme or choosing outfits with similar patterns.

• Be comfortable. The most important thing is to be comfortable in your clothes. If you're not comfortable, it will show in your photos. So choose outfits that you feel good in and that you'll be able to move around in easily.

  No matter what color scheme you choose, make sure that the colors flatter everyone in your family.

Here are some additional color schemes to consider for your family portrait session:

• Earth tones: This color scheme is perfect for fall or winter photos. It's made up of warm colors like brown, tan, and rust.

• Pastels: This color scheme is perfect for spring or summer photos. It's made up of soft, light colors like pink, blue, and yellow.

• Monochromatic: This color scheme is all about using one color in different shades. It's a great way to create a cohesive look for your family photos.

• Complementary colors: This color scheme is made up of colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. It's a great way to create a striking look for your family photos.

Most importantly, have fun with it! Family portraits are a time to celebrate your relationships, so make sure you enjoy the process of choosing outfits AND getting your family pictures taken.

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Family Pictures in Victor NY with the Whole Family

Extended family pictures hold a special place in our hearts as they bring together multiple generations under one frame. The joy and love that emanate from a 50th wedding anniversary celebration is truly remarkable. It is a testament to a couple's commitment and the enduring bonds they have built with their loved ones over the years.

For this family, the anniversary came during the pandemic, so they made up for that with their family portraits over the summer. There were a lot of laughs, and some beautiful classic cars involved in this Victor NY portrait session!

I mean, come on, how gorgeous is this pink Chevrolet? And the adorable couple is pretty great too, right?

Holiday Candid Mini Sessions in Pittsford NY: Fairport NY Photographers

Our holiday family candid mini sessions at Pittsford Dairy were so dang cute!

From warming up by the fire to playing a quick game of hide and seek in the trees, this was the perfect location for some winter mini sessions for our families.

And when we were finished, we all headed inside for a fun, sweet treat! I mean, honestly how could we pass it up?

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Extended Family Pictures in Honeoye NY

They come together from out of state as often as they’re able to, but this time around they wanted to update the family portrait. The garden at their home in Honeoye was the perfect summer portrait setting.

And then after the formalities were achieved, the kids hit the trampoline - where a few summer fun cousin pictures took place.

Play is always a part of a good family portrait session with kids! It gives you a glimpse of who they are when they’re not paying attention to the camera.

And it also keeps them smiling! So if play happens at your next family session, let it!

Fall Family Portraits at Wickham Farms: Fairport NY Photographers

When families come back to us time and time again for their family pictures, it makes our hearts happy.

With this family, we’ve done it all. Wedding, Newborn, Holiday - you name it, we’ve captured their family pictures in many, many ways.

This time around, we took their family photos in Fairport, right before Halloween. So we took advantage of a gorgeous fall evening and went to Wickham Farms together. There, we photographed them in their adorable Halloween costumes, in the pumpkins and then had some time for candid family pictures, while they played.

This kid’s smile is contagious, amirght?

Eastman Museum Family Pictures: Rochester NY Photographers

We know we’ve said it before, but it’s worth mentioning again. We LIVE for Spring.

Now that there’s a grandchild in the mix, this family was ready to come together and update their family picture. Eastman Museum was the perfect setting for this family portrait session.

The daffodils and flowering trees, alongside the architecture of the mansion created a beautiful backdrop for a wall worthy family portrait.

The garden and the buildings also gave their newly minted one year old easy spaces to climb and explore.

So if you come to us with a desire for family pictures in the Spring - we’re here for it.

Family Pictures with Grandparents: Fairport NY Photographers

The primary mission for this set of family pictures in Honeoye was to capture grandchild and grandparents together. In just the first few minutes of the family portrait session, the mission was achieved.

One of the perks of getting to know your family photographer, is that your kids also get to know them.

And vice versa! Over time, us photographers get to know your kids too! We know what’s going to make your child laugh, or if your child is shy for the first 15 minutes, or if the only thing that ever works to get smiles is fart noises.

So the fact that we had what we needed, and then just had time to play was not surprising to either parents or photographer.

After pictures with grandparents were done, there was time to show off some new trophies and hobbies, like lacrosse. Asking a silly 7 year old to give his fiercest lacrosse face resulted in a really fun portrait. One that maybe someday will get compared alongside a high school senior picture. We hope to take it when the time comes!

Family Pictures in Webster NY: Fairport NY Photographers

Since we saw them last, they’ve had 3 beautiful kids and lived out of state. They recently decided to make the move back to Rochester and one of the first things they did was book their family pictures. They hadn’t even officially moved into their new house yet, but they knew they wanted to update their family portrait before the weather changed to snow.

And what a beautiful day we had at Abraham Lincoln Park. Even though there were a few playground bumps and bruises along the way, we captured some gorgeous family pictures for them to cherish in their new home.

Welcome home Heather and Blaze!

Summer Family Pictures in Pittsford NY: Fairport NY Photographers

Bubbles, Curious George and flowers were the three things that brought the fun to this 2 year old’s family pictures. Well, that and Mom and Dad.

We captured their summer family portraits at The Fish Hatchery in Powder Mills Park. Carly was non-stop energy, the way most two year olds are, and that just means we work fast! We keep the session fun by moving quickly and keeping things fresh.

The results are family pictures that are just the right amount of candid play and posed images. See what we mean in the pictures below!

Can’t wait to see you at 3!

Family Pictures at the Lamberton Conservatory: Rochester NY Photographers

Warning: The cuteness level is high in these family pictures. There’s a dash of adorable and a sprinkle of love too.

The request was for family pictures that included Laura’s parents and grandma. So we visited the Lamberton Conservatory and used as many of the various climates as we could in one family portrait session. We captured a variety of family combinations, including one of three year old AJ and his great grandmother, “Mega.”

That particular image might be one of my favorite family pictures of all time. The look of absolute joy on both of their faces caught in that moment is perfection.