Why Mom Needs to Exist in Photographs
A long time ago, I changed how I did family photos and I made it about the moms. Mom comes in to get hair and makeup, to take time for her to be seen and heard and then the family comes at the end. I did this because I often heard “not me, just the kids” or “I’m always taking the pictures” or “I need to lose weight.”
I cannot say this enough, photography is evidence you exist in this world. It represents your legacy.
Here are 5 Reasons why Mom needs to Exist in Photographs:
Four Generations
Capturing FOUR generations of women is something very special.
I always say that photography is evidence we exist in this world. Photos help us reminisce and form a concept of an individual by looking back to the photos and sharing it with the new generations. It also gives a representation of the memories from that day.
Maternity Shoots
“Giving birth and being born brings us into the essence of creation, where the human spirit is courageous and bold and the body, a miracle of wisdom.” – Harriette Hartigan
That's amazing and a moment in life that deserves to be ceased and captured.
How I do a Family Shoot
People often ask me if I photograph families. Yes, absolutely I do. I just handle it a little differently. I am always grateful that I get to meet and photograph wonderful families. I get the chance to know them individually and how their relationship with each other, which is a privilege to be able to capture lovely moments together and dynamic images.