Celebrating a family milestone? Photograph it!

a group of family members stands together in front of Surf Seafood in Nashua, looking at the camera and smiling.

When we think of family photography, we usually think of posed (or semi-posed) portraits in a pretty outdoor location, candid storytelling photos of a day in the life at home, mini sessions, things like that. The emphasis is on portraits and connection and our full attention is given to creating photos.

a woman and her granddaughters stand facing the camera and smiling. They are embracing.
A husband and wife stand facing the camera and smiling; they are embracing.
The birthday girl gets a portrait of herself. She is smiling, wearing glasses and a blue flower dress.

This month, I had the honor of photographing a birthday party at Surf Seafood in Nashua, NH (sidebar: Surf has amazing food and top-notch service - I highly recommend it!). While we spent a bit of time before dinner snapping a few posed portraits of each of the family members and units, the emphasis of the night was on the party: the celebratory mood, the cake & candles, the family gathered around a long table, that kind of thing.

Black & white image of family members enjoying themselves at a birthday dinner.

One of the reasons this particular client reached out was because they wanted to make it possible for family members to sit back, relax, keep their phones off, and enjoy being together, while still having photos to look back on. I loved that! Any time we can find ways to keep technology in its place, especially during important family gatherings, I’m a big fan.

black & white image of two young girls in long dresses, twirling.

There are stories to be told everywhere: graduations, retirement, birthdays, family reunions - if there is a special life event happening and your people are gathering around to help you celebrate, let me help you remember it forever!

Lynnae Day

NH-based family lifestyle portrait photographer chasing light & loveliness in New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and beyond. I love telling families’ authentic stories simply & honestly.

http://lynnaeday.com
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