Your family photos are on the calendar. Now what?
You have to figure out what everyone will wear, where to meet your photographer, and convince everyone that it won't hurt to have their photos taken.
With my lifestyle photography offerings, you don't need to worry about any of those things. I'm looking to capture the real you. Whether that means lounging in pajamas around your house on a Saturday morning or hiking one of your favorite local trails, me and my camera will show you how beautiful those mundane moments truly are.
Below are some recommendations for activities and locations for family photo shoots in central Iowa. But remember! Your photo session will be unique to you. I encourage you to pick something that your family enjoys doing. That will make your family photo shoot so much more meaningful than just getting an updated pic for the mantle.
Ideas for activities
Make a meal together.
Maybe your family has a go-to or traditional recipe. When I think about my family time growing up, I remember my dad's weekly quesadillas. It'd be so sweet to have photos of him whipping them up while my sister and I eagerly waited for scraps of cheese.
Have a picnic.
This could be in your backyard, or maybe you have a sentimental park that you'd like to document.
Play a favorite game.
Maybe it's a video game. Maybe it's a yard game. Maybe it's a board game. Whatever you all have the most fun with! Some competition usually makes personalities shine.
Take a hike together.
This would be a great way to incorporate your pup, too! This is my favorite activity for late summer/early autumn since all the trees are at their maximum capacity for leaves, and the golden hour is delicious.
Hang out on a beach.
Maybe this means stomping around a creek or skipping rocks at a lake. Whatever floats your boat!
Photo shoot locations in central Iowa
Big Creek State Park – Polk City, IA
Ledges State Park – Madrid, IA
The Creamery – Polk City, IA
Peterson's Pitts – Ames, IA
McFarland Park – Ames, IA
Your local farmers' market
Central Campus at Iowa State University – Ames, IA
If none of these ideas sound like a perfect fit for your family, I'd love to brainstorm with you! Fill out an inquiry so we can chat soon!
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