I first photographed Finley for his First Birthday session, and just he and his dad came to the studio for that session. A few months later, Chrysten scheduled a session for big sister Kendall’s fourth birthday, and brought her and Finley to the studio. You can see the fun images from her high energy session by clicking here!
Chrysten emailed us to schedule a portrait session for Finley’s second birthday and let us know she’d be participating too! YAY! I love when parents want to be in the photos also. I truly think that it’s one of the best gifts that we can give our children - tangible memories of how much we loved them that they can hold on to forever even when we’re no longer with them. I know that most moms are the ones documenting everyday life so most of the photos end up being of dad and the kids! Don’t be the family ghost in photographs and end up with regrets twenty years from now.
We scheduled the date and sent over our style guide for Chrysten to review. When she arrived at the studio she brought along an armful of options. If you want to plan out wardrobe for everyone in advance, we can do that via emailed photos or we can set up a quick style consult in the studio. If you have a busy schedule and can’t make the time to come in or send photos, you can show up the day of your session with options (make sure they fit and are ready to put on and wear) and we’ll figure it out! :) Honestly, the style guide is very concise and easy to understand - all of our clients have expressed that it’s been incredibly helpful to them when planning what to wear! We’re here to help if you need extra input after reading through it though, so don’t hesitate to ask.
I pulled the best options from the pile of clothes that worked well together, and we got started! Chrysten is such a fun mom, and it’s clear that she adores her kids. The feeling is definitely mutual! Sessions with me are often centered around play. Little ones do not tend to follow direction, so we set the scene and I watch for the moments. A lot of clients are really surprised because they were expecting to walk in and be posed super specifically based on what they’ve seen on the website. Make no mistake: I will place you where you need to be and give you guided direction for what to do (along with some what NOT to do’s) and the rest organically unfolds. Every child is different, and every relationship is unique. I want to capture that beautiful dynamic in an authentic way, and with children I’ve found that play is the best way to go about it! So when you work with me, come prepared to PLAY, tickle, snuggle, and just have fun. It’s a low pressure environment here, so check any stress at the door - you will enjoy your experience so much more as a result, and the resulting images will be absolutely beautiful, joyful and reflective of who you all really are.
Enjoy a few of my favorites! I can’t wait to see these guys in a few weeks for our sold out Santa event!
If you're expecting a baby or already a parent and looking for a newborn, maternity, or family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Watch this video to hear about my philosophy and see how I work in the studio so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. I can't wait to meet you!
Lily Sophia Photography specializes in newborn, baby, maternity, and family photography in Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas.
