Candid Focused Family Photography Session Bend, Oregon

This Bend Oregon family were troopers!! During their family photo session we endured bugs, lots of people, and heat but you’d never know with how precious their shots turned out! It was a session that focused on the fun and connection they have as a family.

What The Client Wanted…

During the planning session with my clients I always ask what they want the feel of their family photography session to be and if there are any specific shots they are hoping to capture. It was important to this momma that their session feel natural and playful. She let me know that she and her husband feel awkward in front of a camera and was worried that would translate to their images. We decided that focusing on capturing candid shots of her sweet family rather than traditional posed shots would provide the outcome she was wanting. Here are three things that let us capture those candid moments this momma was hoping for.

One. Play Games

Playing games is always a great way to get both kids and parents relaxed and interacting with one another. 1, 2, 3, jump is a fan favorite for toddlers…kids and parents can't help but smile!

Two. Explore Nature Around You

This might be the homeschool mom in me, but letting kids touch, splash, throw, jump, and explore during your photo session is one of the best ways to capture their personalities. And it’s even better when mom and dad participate too!

Three. Just Be You

I told this momma during our planning session to come with the mindset that they are going on an adventure (just in coordinating outfits..hee hee). I asked that they interact how they normally would if it was a family day and I’m not there. This family was great at it…from shoulder rides to exploring together in the water to simply just walking, the essence of who they are as a family was captured perfectly.

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