Time goes by so fast. Capturing the moments in between–those little tickles and genuine laughs–those moments, are what you want hanging on your walls for years to come. Family photography is your time to come together and capture the personality of your family at this exact time in life. At KatieRie Photography, we work with you from the beginning, middle and end of the entire process to ensure you leave with the exact products that will be art heirloom pieces hanging on your walls. We go over outfit choices, location–the whole shebang–so you have beautiful pieces for life.
Family photography is more than just a session of posing, a box of prints and the perfect frame. It’s about the moments in between–when LIFE happens. Capturing those little tickles and genuine laughs are what you want hanging on your walls for years to come. Let us help you put together the perfect family session for your family!
A family is the heart of your home, and capturing those smiles, giggles and special moments is what makes a home warm and inviting. At KatieRie Photography, we specialize in family photography in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding areas as well as availability to travel (frequent trips to Florida and Wisconsin as well!). We offer timeless prints and products of your session that you will treasure for years to come!
Take a moment to stop and capture what is around you right now. Whether it’s your son making funny faces as he tries to eat green beans or your daughter doing yoga poses in her favorite spot, the only way to truly hold on to these moments is by documenting them with photography. At KatieRie Photography, we take time to get to know our clients and their unique personalities so that we can provide that special connection to your photographs–the one that comes from knowing them well enough so that we can truly capture who they are as individuals.
Family photographs are a treasure that will last forever. When choosing a photographer, it is important to find someone who understands the importance of family photography and can capture priceless moments in order to create timeless family portraits.
Some of my FAVORITE sessions of all time are family photo sessions. They fuel my fire. I LOVE capturing the laughter, love, snuggles and cuddles; the absolute utter JOY between family members. One thing you need to know before booking a session with me is that the style of KatieRie Photography is not necessarily the typical “look-at-the-camera-and smile” type session. To me, family photography is about the moments. Capturing the genuine smiles. Sessions are fun, relaxed, full of laughter, tickles, chasing, swinging and spinning–but everyone might not be looking directly at the camera–(gasp!). Parents might be looking at their littles, adoring their kin or at each other with a knowing look of “this. is. US.”
Let me explain what I look for during a family photo session..
Tender Family Moments
What Matters MOST During a Family Session…?
LIGHTING
Lighting is extremely important to me as a photographer. I am always searching for the best lighting in any situation. You can find me playing at the playground with my three kids and I will be looking at the time of day and the lighting. I will look how the light highlights my sweet babies as they play around our yard; how it frames their faces, hair and eyes and how that moment would look FANTASTIC if I had my camera with me. My family members will hear me comment on the beautiful lighting in the sky as the sun approaches golden hour. How the light peeks through the trees and how it’s not too harsh. Guys…I adore golden hour. The soft golden light highlights it’s subjects with complete, utter perfection. THIS is what I look for during sessions. Not necessarily the background–if there are flowers, trees or buildings; but the lighting and textures surrounding us. This to me is what takes the photograph from “meh” to WOW! Yes, I will capture the endearing moments between family members–the snuggles, laughs, and tickles–but the lighting will make your photos that much better.
Golden Hour Sweetness
FLEXIBILITY
If you’ve read anything about me, you know that I am “in the weeds” with small children–HA! (any waiters out there?!). We had three kids in under three years, so I understand complete chaos. I know that sessions need to be quick, laid-back and to the point and that I need to shoot FAST. I can recognize when we need to take a quick break or when the kids need to be directed to chase each other across the field or spin in circles as fast as they can. Sessions are run completely by the little ones and I gently guide the way (without them even realizing it!). It’s important that as the professional photographer that I remain flexible and know how to read my audience and adjust accordingly.
“Run to Mommy!”
Short and Sweet
Family photos with KatieRie are quick, easy and to the point. Whether you booked a mini session (20 minutes) or a full session (up to an hour), these sessions are orchestrated with extreme precision. Most kids (and husbands!) can only handle so much and for that reason I make cheesy jokes, have parents tickle their littles and have kids look for boogers in their parents’ noses so that I can capture pure, amazing, genuine joy that will hang in your homes forever. We shoot short and sweet and keep everyone happy.
Family Fun
Embrace the Uniqueness
I adore sessions where families show off their personalities–it’s what I like to call “imperfectly perfect.” These are the moments that you will cherish and bring you back to that time in life that you want to remember:
Picture Perfect
Here is a photo of my grandma and I–we both are definitely NOT looking at the camera, but I can look at this photo and feel the love between us. This was taken about a month before she passed away and I am so, SO thankful for this memory. She was 91 and a half years old and I always thought she would be around. Read about her words of wisdom for life. It’s about the CHAOS, people! I mean, I don’t even think I’m wearing any makeup and I hadn’t washed my hair yet, but I LOVE this photo with all my heart. We are connected and in tune with one another. Moment. Captured–BOOM!
Cherished Moments
Moments that are captured help you savor that time in life, so you can look back at that time period and remember the smell, the feel, the emotion that we quickly forget. Cherish the imperfectly perfect moments that make your family unique. They are what you will look back on and chuckle and hold near and dear to your heart.
Family Joy
What are YOUR thoughts? Which family photos are the photographs YOU cherish? Is everyone looking at the camera? Or are people caught in the moment with genuine laughs and smiles? I know which moments are hanging in MY home…
Do you think we a good fit?! I would love the capture your family’s uniqueness. Let’s CHAT!
