Six Years of Great Family Sessions...so far. Documenting family Is important--

Today I’m sharing about a long-time client—now friend—and her wonderful family. Our relationship didn’t begin in the usual “photographer meets client” way. Back in 2020, when my husband was the Chief of Police in Sharon, Autumn reached out to the department with concerns about modern-day policing and how it could affect her two Latino sons.

To her great credit, she asked for a conversation. She didn’t want debate—she wanted understanding. She and my husband sat down together, had a respectful and honest discussion, and both walked away seeing things from each other’s perspectives. And from that, an unexpected friendship was born.

Somewhere in their conversation, my husband mentioned that I was a photographer. Autumn said she had been looking for someone to document her family—something deeply important to her. Growing up, her family had a tradition of taking photos in a human pyramid, and she wanted to carry that into her own family story.
​If anyone knows me, they know that documenting connection—with a touch of the unexpected—is exactly what I love. So later that year, we had our very first session together.

​This was our first pyramid in 2020. 

I still remember the laughter from that day, especially teasing the oldest son a bit and getting him to crack that perfect smile. ​It's mom's added belly laugh that  made this photo one of my favorites from the session.. Having a genuinely good time is always at the heart of my approach.

Now, every fall, we meet again for their annual family session. In the beginning, their youngest wasn’t exactly my biggest fan—but over the years, as we’ve grown to know each other, I’ve watched that wall come down. ​

They are a soccer loving family. 

I love this one  with his dad. I'm sure they will cherish it over the years.

At first, it was just me and their family of four. But things have changed in these six years—changes I absolutely love. For one, I now have an assistant: my retired husband. He brings humor and warmth to our sessions, and it’s been wonderful watching the relationships form between all of us.

They bring so much energy and love, making this already amazing family even more dynamic. Our sessions have become less like photo shoots and more like joyful, silly gatherings. ​

And that relaxed, happy atmosphere always shines through in the images.

We’ve even talked about getting together for a meal after next year’s session. ​

It’s funny how life works—you never know what will come from meeting someone new. Six years later, I’m grateful for the connection we’ve built and excited to see what next year brings.

So many Memories that are documented through images. I love  so many, and they do , too. Here are more to enjoy: