Seattle Family Photography | In-Home, Studio & Outdoor Sessions
It’s no secret that I LOVE photographing families in their homes. There’s something truly magical about capturing real life in the space where your story unfolds — your home. Whether you live in Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, or anywhere in the Pacific Northwest, your home is more than just a backdrop — it’s the stage of your family’s story.
I know that inviting a photographer into your home can feel overwhelming. But I promise, it’s easier than you think! (If you’re curious, I wrote a full guide on how to prepare for an in-home family session — you can read it here).
I also understand when a client has a different vision for their session and an outdoor space or studio is a better fit. There is an absolute abundance of beautiful outdoor spaces in the Pacific Northwest so I love to explore and photograph families in these spaces. Families often have beaches, parks, or even urban areas that are meaningful to them. I also appreciate that we have a lot of dark and cold months and a predictably scheduled studio session is sometimes the best way to get your busy family in front of the camera. Here are some things to think about with each as well as examples of a few different types of family sessions that I offer.
Rainy Seattle late morning session at home
Documenting the everyday.
Seattle In-Home Family Sessions
In-home sessions have a warm, documentary-style feel. We’ll spend our time capturing you and your loved ones just being together — reading books on the couch, baking cookies, or playing in your favorite spaces. Kids are most themselves in their own environment, and that authenticity always shines through in photos.
These sessions are perfect for documenting milestones like:
Moving from a crib to a big kid bed
The start of solid foods
A child’s first birthday
Visits from grandparents or long-distance family
If you want to capture the everyday beauty of your Seattle home life, an in-home family photography session is a wonderful choice.
Big and Beautiful Studio
This studio had a big open space for the busy boys as well as lots of options for furniture and backdrop changes.
Studio Family Photography Sessions in Seattle
Studio sessions offer a beautiful alternative to at-home photography — especially during Seattle’s darker, rainier months. You don’t have to worry about the weather, and we can move around the studio for a variety of backdrops indoors.
I have a couple favorite studios around Seattle and Bellevue, each with their own unique style and light. If you are interested in a studio session I will share a few options and we can choose which you like best. Note: There is an additional fee for studio rentals. Typically $100/hour in the Seattle area.
Outdoor Location
A beautiful early fall afternoon in a Seattle park.
Outdoor Family Photography in the Pacific Northwest
We are lucky to live in one of the most beautiful regions in the world — the Pacific Northwest! Outdoor sessions are perfect if your family loves to explore, play, and adventure together.
Some of my favorite outdoor family session locations around Seattle, Bellevue, and the Eastside include:
Washington Park
Discovery Park
Rattlesnake Lake
Downtown Kirkland waterfront
Pike Place Market
Every family is different, and I love helping my clients choose a location that feels like them. Whether that’s a foggy morning at a mountain trail or a golden hour session on a Puget Sound beach, we’ll find the perfect spot for your story.
Family Photography Across the Seattle Area and Beyond
Although I’m based in the Seattle area, I love traveling for sessions — from Tacoma to Snohomish, the San Juan Islands, and beyond!
If you would like to find out if I am going to be in your area or would like to schedule me for travel, reach out! I would love to connect.
Final Thoughts
Whether your family photography session takes place at home, in a studio, or outdoors in the Seattle area, my goal is to document your family’s connection, laughter, and love in a way that feels authentic and true to you.
Every session is designed to tell your family’s story — beautifully and honestly.
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