📸 What to Expect at Your Session: Letting Go of Perfectly Posed

Kelly Stickelmaier
Jul 24
2 min read

When you think of family photos, do you envision everyone smiling perfectly at the camera? It's natural—but I want to invite you to let go of that idea, just a bit. Instead, let's embrace something even more beautiful and meaningful: genuine connection, laughter, and real moments.

✨ Look at Your People, Not the CameraI promise the magic happens when you look at your loved ones, not at me. Those are the moments when your true personalities and connections shine through. Forget the camera for a moment and enjoy each other—that’s when I'll capture your most authentic smiles and laughter.

💖 Creating Genuine Smiles and ConnectionsSessions with me aren’t about perfectly posed moments; they're about having fun, playing games, whispering jokes, and simply being yourselves. Your family’s joy and love are the real beauty we're aiming to capture.

🌸 Soft Poses, Meaningful MomentsDon't worry—I won’t leave you hanging! I’ll guide you gently into soft, natural poses that feel relaxed and comfortable. I’ll prompt you to cuddle your kids, tickle, whisper something sweet, or simply hold hands, creating treasured moments you'll look back on and cherish.

🌿 Letting Kids Be ThemselvesLet go of perfection and embrace your children’s personalities. Kids are kids—they wiggle, they giggle, and that’s exactly what makes your session uniquely yours. Authenticity always photographs beautifully.

🤍 Embrace the ImperfectionThe best family photos aren’t about everyone looking perfect. They're about capturing your family's real dynamic, real love, and real connection. These images will tell the true story of who you are right now.

And don't worry....we will get those posed shots too! It's just not the focus of your session!!