Extended Family Sessions: My Approach & Tips for Success
Description
Extended family sessions can feel like a whole different ballgame compared to standard family shoots—more people, more potential, and more opinions! In this episode, I’m sharing why I actually love extended family sessions and how you can approach them with confidence and creativity.
We’ll cover:
Why photographing at home makes a difference and how to make it work
My philosophy on pricing extended family sessions
Balancing posed portraits with candid, natural moments
Navigating group dynamics, including when tension arises
Activities that help families relax and connect naturally
Tips for keeping it fun, intentional, and drama-free
Whether you already love extended family sessions or they make you nervous, this episode will give you practical strategies to create beautiful, meaningful images—no matter the size of the group.
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THE SHOP: https://leahoconnell.myflodesk.com/wnln59l5yj
Blog posts about extended family sessions:
A backyard large extended family session
Extended family photos at home with all adults
An extended family session at home (with Thanksgiving dinner + backyard baseball!)
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