"Should I still book a family session if my kids aren't babies anymore?"
Absolutely. There's something truly magical about capturing older kids. They might need a bit of encouragement to open up, but that's where their unique personalities shine through. I take pride in creating a comfortable atmosphere where kids feel relaxed and themselves, just as I do my own children.
Take the Buccello family, for example. at the start, all three girls were a bit timid and unsure—having a camera around can feel a bit daunting (even when your mom is a photographer herself!). As we chatted about their summer plans, made jokes, and shared our love for Taylor Swift, they began to relax and immerse themselves more in the moment. With an eight-year gap between the oldest and youngest, the session was filled with a wonderful mix of interactions and emotions that truly captured their personalities.
photographing older kids is just as important as capturing littles because it freezes these moments of their evolving "grown-up" selves. these images not only preserve memories but also celebrate who they are becoming. so yes, definitely consider it— you won't ever regret capturing this time with your older children.
