Ashley contacted me to book a family session in the field because she loved my natural approach to family and child photography. She didn't want stuffy formal images of her two children and family, and loved the playful and loving images that result from my session.

We scheduled a consult at my studio in advance of the session and went over clothing options for her family from their own closet. My wardrobe is always open to booked clients, but most of the time families like to use their own clothing for family sessions with my assistance and guidance. The most important goal is for your family to look like who you ARE, with a cohesive look. That's where I come in to help guide you so you aren't overwhelmed and worried about what to wear.

Since their family is more casual, we went that route with choosing outfits and chose varying shades of neutral tops and jeans for the family so they wouldn't meld together in a big blob of the same color. Ashley chose to dress her little boy in the CUTEST shirt - I loved it so much that it's now a part of the studio wardrobe in sizes 12 months through 5T!

When we met at the field, we immediately got to playing and having fun. A laid back attitude is the best way to approach sessions with small children. High pressure and trying to force a child to "cooperate" often goes nowhere. This is why my sessions are all about fun, games, and play! When you look at your images, you will see natural and authentic responses to you from your children. The looks of love that they give you in return for your attention are as beautiful as it gets. Seriously. I know I want to always remember how my children looked at me like I was the only person that mattered to me. I want to remember how my husband and I looked at each other in the midst of all the craziness and chaos that comes along with being parents. I want to remember the glee on the faces of my children when their daddy tossed them high in the air or made funny faces at them.

I want you to remember too.

Here are some of my favorite images from this family session. I can't wait until next year's session with them!

Atlanta, GA family of four in a field at sunset.

An Atlanta mom and her baby girl sitting on the ground in a field

A mom and her baby girl snuggling with baby girl looking at the camera.

An Atlanta mom with her little boy and baby girl during a family portrait session in a field in Atlanta.

A mom and her son sit facing each other on a blanket in an Atlanta field and give each other eskimo kisses with the sun setting behind them.

A little boy holds his mother's face to give her a kiss with the sunset behind them. Image taken during a family portrait session by Lily Sophia Photography of Atlanta in the field location.

A dad and his son horse around during a family photo session in a local Atlanta field at sunset.

A little boy holds his baby sister on his lap and gives her kisses. They are sitting in an Atlanta field with the set setting behind them.

A baby girl wearing a white headband looks at the camera as her family surrounds her.

A little boy holds his baby sister on his lap as she looks at the camera and he plays with grass.

A little boy sitting on a wooden crate in an Atlanta field smiling and laughing during his family portrait session by Lily Sophia Photography

A portrait of a little boy sitting on a wooden crate in an Atlanta field smiling and laughing taken by Lily Sophia Photography

A father holding his little boy and baby girl at sunset in an Atlanta field.

A couples picture of a mom and dad taken by Lily Sophia Photography of Atlanta, GA during a family portrait session.

A couples photo of a mom and dad hugging and looking at the camera during a family portrait session in Atlanta.

If you're looking for a family photographer, I would love to work with you to create images that you will love for a lifetime. Be sure to view this short 1.5 minute film to hear about my philosophy and see how I work so you can determine if I'm the right fit for you. I can't wait to meet you!