The Secret to Authentic Family Photos

In every session I have, I always strive to capture authentic moments between you and everyone in your family. If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I preach this quite often.

As a photographer, I know the moments to grab and the gentle prompts to give clients, however, a lot of those authentic moments happen because you….yes, YOU! When the client comes to their session with a positive and relaxed attitude, true magic happens. I’ll give you an example with this family right here. When I tell you this family brought it. They BROUGHT IT. And the thing is they probably didn’t even know they did.

Bring your Personality to your session

At the beginning of this session Ashley told me that they really just wanted a lot of interaction and that is exactly what they got. They were relaxed and just were simply themselves and look. at. what. we. got. SO MUCH PERSONALITY!!

Look, I know all of you play silly games and sing songs with your kids at home, so just have fun and do that in your session. So there’s the secret….just be YOU!!!

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How to prep and what to expect for your shoot:

We will play games, have tickle fights, and tell jokes if we need to. I will even make animal and fart noises(#truth)!! I also come with my phone, so I love to play music to relax and have fun. Music is almost always a winner in terms of bringing out personality.

The best thing to do is come prepared with a couple songs and games that you and your kids typically enjoy. I will do whatever it takes to get the shot!

For instance, we played a little game of emotions with this guy!

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Having Fun on your Photoshoot is the #1 goal:

Towards the end of your session, if we feel like it, we can let the kids loose! Let those kids, just be kids…and I will keep capturing those moments.

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Little Fig Photography specializes in pregnancy, newborn, couples, family, senior portrait and event photography serving the Houston area, including Katy, Cypress, Richmond, Fulshear, Sugar Land, Pearland, Spring, The Woodlands, The Heights, West University Place, River Oaks, Rice Village, Bellaire, and Friendswood.

 

 

Hey there, and thanks for checking out the blog!  I love featuring my clients’ images and telling their story from beginning to end. Hopefully, this blog post, among others, will give you an idea of what you can expect from booking a session with Little Fig Photography as your photographer.

I usually only post my very favorite images on the blog and within my website. However, if you are interested in booking you are welcome to see a full gallery. Don’t hesitate to ask! I can promise all of the images you will receive will be totally frame worthy!

If you are you interested in a portrait session with Little Fig Photography and would like more information or would like to reserve a date, please click HERE. Or shoot us an email at erin@littlefigphotography.com.

You can find out more about the investment HERE.

I find such joy in capturing a family’s story. You can learn more about me HERE. I would be honored to serve as your photographer!

 

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I have VERY few mini spots and Signature weekend times still open for the Fall, so if you have been interested in booking an life has just gotten in the way, comment below or shoot me a DM and we can get it rolling! You can also check out the link in my bio for all available dates!
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And if none of my weekend dates works, I’d love to get you scheduled for a Weekday Petite session - so check those out too!
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Every stage, every personality, every little hand held tight. Family portraits are a chance to pause and see your beautiful, busy, messy, wonderful life—just as it is right now.
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These two locations still have openings for minis — but not very many! One in Katy and one in Houston. Take your pick!
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10/18 - Grand Lakes (Katy)
11/22 - North Blvd Oaks (Houston)
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LINK to book is IN THE BIO!
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I may be going head first into my busy Fall season, but let’s not forget about our new seniors for the year! 

Take note high school mommas — I am currently taking on 2026 Grads!! It’s not too early to schedule those grad photos! Shoot me an email to start talking — erin@littlefigphotography.com
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My biggest tip for family sessions? Relax! You don’t need to worry about perfect poses or smiling at the camera the whole time — in fact, I’d rather you didn’t. 

The magic happens when you’re simply with your family: laughing, snuggling, chasing, playing. That’s when the real moments show up… and those are the ones you’ll treasure forever!
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POV: Your kids are grown with kids of their own. They get to look back at this photo and see that this smile they had, is the same smile they are seeing in their kids. 

How priceless of a gift to give them?

😭😭😭 (I’m not crying, you’re crying...)
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Spots are still open for this weekend’s Mini Session date! If you are still on the fence, know this — this location is arguably one of my very favorite locations to shoot in Houston! 
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One of my premium locations that is not always offered in minis and may not return next year — you don’t want to miss this! Check out my story for some other views of this gorgeous spot. :)
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Booking link is in the bio! DM me if you need any clarity on the location.
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Hey Mommas! If you are due in the 2025, there is still time to book your newborn session!
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Newborn Sessions are held on weekday mornings after you’ve come home from the hospital...so scheduling don’t interfere at all with Fall bookings. 
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Ask me about my packages! This precious time goes by in a flash and you don’t want to miss preserving it.
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There’s a softness in the early days that’s hard to put into words — the way you hold them close, the way the room feels quieter when they’re in your arms. These aren’t just photos, they’re the very first chapters of your family’s story.
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Every detail matters. The tiny lashes, the curve of their lips, the slope of their cheeks. Because one day, these little features will change — but right now, they’re perfect.
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What I would do to go back to looking down at my babies’ sweet newborn faces. 
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Did you miss our only studio mini date last weekend? 
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I’ve booked this studio on a Friday in November after school! Let me know if you are interested — NO MORE WEEKENDS available at this location.
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Email me if you are interested! erin@littlefigphotography.com
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Little Fig Photography specializes in natural light photography for children, family, pregnancy, newborn, couples and events serving the Houston area, including Katy, Cypress, Richmond, Fulshear, Sugar Land, Pearland, Spring, The Woodlands, The Heights, West University Place, River Oaks, Rice Village, Bellaire, and Friendswood.

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Little Fig Photography
Katy, TX Lifestyle Photographer
erin@littlefigphotography.com
(832) 837-9671