21 Family Photography Quotes

Family photography is an amazing business to be in. Every single day I feel blessed to do what I do and serve clients in this capacity.

My clients welcome me into their homes, and let me be a part of their family with open arms and I can’t thank you guys enough. 

This post is all about appreciation, and remembering why I do what I do. I hope you guys see the value in the family photography if you’ve never utilized a photographer. 

Best Family Photography Quotes

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1.  “What I like about photographs is that they capture a moment that’s gone forever, impossible to reproduce.” – Karl Lagerfeld

This right here is one of the reasons photography is so important to me. Especially newborn photography, it’s a special moment, that you’ll only be able to remember with photographs. Have you ever had this slight memory in your mind that you really wanted to share with someone? You we’re trying to describe the moment, but couldn’t quite get a grasp on it. That’s when you really wish you just had a photo you could pull out. 

2. “Photography is a language more universal than words.” – Minor White

I love this quote because most people don’t think of photography in this way. Photography is so significant because it’s not just capturing a moment, but it’s capturing an image that can speak for itself. You don’t need words to understand the expression on someone’s face or be able to feel like you’re in the moment with them. 

3. “A photograph keeps a moment from running away” – Eudora Welty

Have you ever been sitting there, just wondering how you can capture that moment forever. Maybe it’s the birth of your child, maybe it’s your wedding day, or maternity season, and it’s a time in your life that you want to remember forever. The best thing you can do, is capture it with a photograph. As seen in the photo above, a family reunion is another perfect opportunity for a family photography session. 

4. “The question is not what you look at, but what you see.” – Henry Thoreau

Have you ever been shown an image and asked what you see. Then you ask your friend and she they seen something completely different. That’s what is so powerful about photos, you can be looking at the same image and see two completely different things. 

5. “If you don’t think photos are important, wait until they’re all you have left.” – Missy Mwac

 Sometimes stopping in the moment to take a photo or spending the time to hire someone and organize a photo session can seem overwhelming and not worth it. However, when you choose to go so long without photos and you’re finally trying to look back and reminisce, you’ll wish you had more photos to reference. I always tell my family and friends that if we don’t take a moment now to remember the moment, we’ll regret it later. 

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6. “A camera is a save button for the mind’s eye” – Roger Kingston

Have you ever traveled anywhere and laid eyes on one of the most gorgeous nature scenes you’ve ever seen? When you gaze at that ocean, mountain, or flower field and just wish you could remember it’s beauty forever. Sometimes the picture does it justice and sometimes it doesn’t, but a photo is the best way to hit the save button for the mind’s eye. 

7. “What I like most about photography is the moment that you can’t anticipate: You have to be constantly watching for it, ready to welcome the unexpected.” – Martine Franck

Some of the best moments are caught when people are least expecting you to take a photo. Candid images have became very popular over the past few years because capturing the raw and unfiltered moment is so attractive. Lining everyone up and asking for a fake smile, isn’t what people are seeking to capture anymore. If I’m photographing parent’s with their children, I’ll have them pick them up and spin them around, or play a round of tag to get the natural laughing and smiling of the children and parents. 

8. “There are no bad pictures, that’s just how your face looks sometimes.” – Abraham Lincoln

One of the wisest men of all time has a point. Whether you like the way you look or not, a photo captures the moment. Maybe that’s a moment you don’t want to remember, but there is no bad picture. 

9. “The best thing about a picture is that it never changes, even when the people in it do.” – Andy Warhol

Every second of everyday we’re getting older. People are growing up, their changing, maybe moving away, maybe passing away and the best part about a photo together is the fact that time has stopped. 

10. “You will never have this day with your children again. Tomorrow, they will be a little older than they were today. This day is a gift. Just breathe, notice, study their faces and little feet. Pay attention. Relish the charms of the present. Enjoy today. It will be over before you know it.” – Jen Hatmaker

Be careful of the statement “I’ll do it tomorrow” because when you keep saying that, you keep pushing something off and eventually tomorrow turns into 5 years from now. I want to encourage you to schedule that family photography session, or that newborn photoshoot, don’t wait any longer because your child is just going to keep getting older and older. 

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11. “We may not have it all together, but together we have it all.” – Unknown

Sometimes families can get so caught up in having it all together. Especially as a mother you’re juggling being a great parent, while also keeping the house clean, cooking meals and making sure the laundry is complete. Just remember, your family just needs you, not everything you have to do for them. 

12. “Our family is just the right mix of chaos and love.” – Unknown

No families are perfect, and honestly, it’s the families with a little bit of chaos that make for the best photo moments! All of the different people and personalities in a family can make for some pretty fun times, but even if you’re family is full of chaos, I’m sure there is a lot of love as well. 

13. “The greatest legacy we can leave our children is happy memories.” – Og Mandino

Don’t get too caught up in discipling and correcting your child, and make sure that you just stop occasionally to create some happy memories. Let them get dirt all over them and stay up past their bed time, because those memories are the ones they will cherish forever. 

14. “It’s not what we have in life, but who we have in our life that matters.” – J.M. Laurence 

There is quite a theme happening here. If you haven’t gotten it already, it’s the people that matter. Even if you don’t think you have the best family life, I’m sure those people have your back. And sometimes you don’t realize that till you guys have to go through something hard today. 

15. “We didn’t realize we were making memories, we just knew we were having fun.” – A. A. Milne

Making memories doesn’t need to be some big ordeal, sometimes it’s as simple as something really funny happening, or maybe it’s staying in and having a game night. 

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16. “Family, a little bit of crazy, a little bit of loud and a whole lot of love.” – Unknown

The family that has it all together isn’t as appealing to me as the family that has a bunch of unique and individual personalities that mix together and create a lot of crazy and a ton of love for one another. 

17. “Blessed are the curious, for they shall have adventures” – Lovelle Drachman

Being curious and asking questions, isn’t always a bad thing, in fact sometimes it’s great. Lovelle says the curious shall have adventures. As a family photographer, I try to stay curious and be up for any adventure, that’s when the magic happens. 

18. “The funny thing about kids is, they are the reason we love it and the reason we hold it together.” — Unknown

This quote couldn’t be more accurate. Puppies are the same way, they can be exhausting, and frustrating and extremely difficult, but they bring so much joy and purpose to your life at the same time. Being a parent is one of the best blessings and most fulfilling roles of all time. 

19. “Each day of our lives we make deposits into the memory banks of our children.” – Charles Swindoll

What memories are you making with your children? What positive thoughts and encouragement are you saving into their memory bank? Sometimes as parents we always think we need to plan some fancy vacation or take our children to kings island, when sometimes it’s as simple as crafting together in the kitchen or cooking them their favorite meal. 

20. “We aren’t step, we aren’t half, we’re just family” – Unknown

Do any of you guys have “complicated” families? You have steps, and halves, and adopted siblings but really it’s simply just family. As a family photographer it’s important that everyone feels included and as one united group during the photo sessions. In fact, hopefully you always feel like one united family. 

21. “We worry about what a child will become tomorrow, yet we forget that he is someone today.” – Staucia Tauscher

No matter what the age, a child has a personality, they can make decisions, and they have feelings immediately. As much as we want to shape our children into the next leader, business man, business woman, or athlete, it’s important to acknowledge where they’re at right now. They are already someone and they’ve probably already have come a long way too. Appreciate who they are now, not who you want them to become. 

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Conclusion

There you have it. The top 21 family photography quotes of all time. 

I hope these quotes made you think about memories you’ve created with your family, helped encourage you to spend quality time with your family members, and realized the importance of capturing life as it feels like a blink of an eye. 

My passion is truly to capture real life moments, families being themselves and important life stages. 

If you’re interested in a family photo session or a newborn photo session, visit my website for details. 

What was your favorite family photography quote above, and why?

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8 Traits Of A Skilled Newborn Baby Photographer in Cincinnati

What To Look For In A Skilled Newborn Baby Photographer

Looking for a skilled newborn baby photographer? The options can be endless. 

You have your general lifestyle photographers, your family friend who is trying to become a photographer, your next door neighbor, your iPhone, and a professional newborn photographer, so who do you go with? 

Specialization is key when it comes to photography. Every photographer has their niche or specific style that they’re best at. A wedding photographer may be amazing in capturing the bride and groom, but struggle with babies and toddlers.

So it’s key you find a specialist who has years of experience photographing newborns.

You also don’t want to drive five hours and deal with that inconvenience. Let’s make sure they’re from the Cincinnati area.

Newborn photographer, check. Cincinnati, check.

What else? Here are eight other characteristics to look for when you’re searching for the person who is going to be responsible for capturing your newborn photos. 

1. A Photographer Good With Babies

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You may think this a no brainer, but trust me there are people out there that will take photos of anything and everything just to make a paycheck. When choosing a newborn baby photographer, this is not who you want to end up with. I believe that one of the most important factors when it comes to getting a killer newborn shot, is really knowing how to work with the baby. I mean, look at this photo.. Not just anyone can get a newborn to smile like that. Making the baby feel comfortable, positioning the baby to rest, making sure the baby is supported and safe, all the while directing light, and capturing that beautiful shot. 

I found my love for newborn photography after becoming a mother to four children. Not only do I absolutely adore and love my babies, but I have a passion for all babies. Newborns are my favorite stage of life and I love to capture this precious moment. 

You could call me the baby whisperer. I have a certain way of calming the baby, making them feel warm and cozy, and falling asleep in the blink of an eye. Getting that baby in a deep rest is absolutely necessary when capturing that dreamy shot. 

2. A Photographer Who Is Creative

A good photographer in general has to be creative. Setting up props, backdrops, and newborn poses takes creativity if you’re going to be good at what you do. All babies are different and all babies deserve a different concept when it comes to a photoshoot. 

Of course there are certain trends when it comes to anything, especially photography, but that doesn’t mean there should be a lack of creativity. I like to incorporate popular photography trends but make it my own, and make it individualized for your baby. We all have different styles and I work hard to make all of my photos are unique as possible. 

If you consider yourself creative and you like to get involved in design and decor, you’re more than welcome to team up with me and we can create a concept together. If you don’t want to be involved in the creative process, that is totally okay too! That’s what I am here for after all. 

3. A Photographer Who Is Prepared 

Another quality you would like to find in a newborn baby photographer is someone who is prepared. Someone who has all the right lights, camera lenses, props, and gadgets to make the photoshoot happen. When it comes to newborn photography, I’ve realized that a warm cozy room, makes a complete difference in the way the baby relaxes.

If you’re interested in a studio photoshoot, all you have to do is show up with your baby and I have everything prepared. Bringing a baby and outfit changes is hard enough, I don’t want you to have to worry about anything else. 

If you want to do a photoshoot in your nursery room or outdoors you can count on me to show up on time, with a fully charged battery, and all the equipment necessary. I know as a mother, time is precious and is something that shouldn’t be wasted. I can assure you we will stick to the game plan and be as exquisite and timely as possible. 

4. A Photographer With Experience

When you’re looking for a professional in any field, experience is one thing you should never take for granted. Research how long they’ve been doing what they’ve been doing, read their reviews, and analyze their photos. You’ll never regret not doing your homework. 

I’ve been capturing photos for over 10 years. At this point I know most if not all of the in’s and out’s of photography. I’ve experienced every hiccup, speed bump or challenging scenario there is. And most importantly, I can work with any baby. 

I remember when I first started out as a photographer, and boy was I thankful that people trusted me to do what I did, but I can proudly say I’ve come a very long way. The experience I have now compared to when I first started is immeasurably more. When you’re talking about newborn photos, it’s crucial to trust your photographer, because it is your newborn baby we are talking about. 

You don’t want just anyone trying to take their photos, not following safety hazards, and just winging it. Newborn photography is a huge responsibility and not one that I take lightly. Some precautionary steps I take for a newborn session include:

  • Always washing my hands prior to touching the baby
  • Be extra careful to reposition the baby
  • Always support the baby’s head
  • Make sure photography equipment is secure and in place
  • Always wash the items or props I will be using
  • If placing the baby in an item like a basket, I only use sturdy items

5. A Photographer Who Will Be Upfront And Honest 

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Another extremely important quality you want in a newborn photographer is someone who gives you all the details. I’ve heard of people working with photographers who aren’t upfront about their pricing, they don’t prepare you for the photoshoot, and you don’t know what you’re getting into until it’s done and over with. Lack of details can be stressful on your part, especially because getting professional photos aren’t always cheap. 

As a photographer, I believe the more details you know, the more comfortable you will be, the easier it is for you to get prepared and the easier my job will be. In fact, I’ve created a guide for parents if it’s your first time getting newborn photos taken. 

This guide includes helpful information such as:

  • When you should book your photoshoot 
  • How you should prepare for your photoshoot
  • What you should bring to the photo session
  • What you should wear (I often use parents as the backdrop)
  • When you should receive your photos back

If you have any other questions in terms of the newborn photoshoot, I am always available to answer those. 

6. A Photographer With An Eye For Detail

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This may not be as well known, but it is crucial for photographers to have an eye for detail. A photographer could get the perfect shot, but if they miss a detail in the background the shot could be ruined. 

I’ve even experienced this myself. Sometimes in the moment you’re so caught up in how the baby looks that you miss a detail in the background. Yes, there is photoshop but if you can avoid using it for all of your photos, that is a much better scenario. 

While being a photographer for many years, I’ve learned how to have a keen eye for details. I analyze the entire shot, and make sure it’s just right before moving on. There is nothing worse than completing a 2-3 hour photoshoot, only to get home or receive your photos back and be bothered by a lack of detail. 

This could be anything from the baby’s hair sticking up, to the blanket laying awkwardly, and the lighting hitting the wrong spot. 

7. A Photographer With Availability

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If you booked ahead of time, good for you! The chances of you doing that probably are not very high considering there is a lot going on when you’re pregnant. So finding a newborn baby photographer who isn’t booked up for a year in advance may be the best case for you. 

Typically I have a very full schedule, but I am usually always willing to work something out with my clients. I know life happens and it’s hard to be ahead of everything, that’s okay! I will make sure you get your wonderful newborn shots. 

However, if you are a planner and you like to have things organized and booked ahead of time, it’s best to book your photo session between 2 and 4 months before your due date. Obviously, unless it’s a scheduled C section you won’t quite know exactly when your baby will arrive. Because of the unknown we suggest giving us the ballpark date, and then calling us when your baby does arrive and we will first celebrate with you and then we will book an official date and time. 

We suggest getting your newborn photos taken before the baby is two weeks old and ideally in the first 9 days. During these initial days, the baby is less fussy, sleeps deeply, and not yet affected by infant acne. 

For this reason, it’s very important to find a photographer who is going to be available during those 9 days. If someone is booked up for months, good luck getting your newborn photos taken! 

8. A Photographer Who Is Reliable 

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Reliability could be anything from showing up on the right date and time to getting your photos back in a reasonable time frame. My clients can expect to get their photos back 3-4 weeks after the session has been completed. I take this time frame seriously, because I know how excited and eager you are to receive them back. (I would be to!)

Some photographers book themselves up for months and months and are completely backed up when it comes to returning photos. Is it worth paying hundreds of dollars to not get your photos back until your baby is 6 months old? By that time these photos are still great for memories but not as relevant to share with friends and post on social media.

If your photographer doesn’t show up or has to keep rescheduling, it could be next week or weeks later and your baby may not be in their fresh newborn phase. Like I said, those first nine days are so crucial! 

Conclusion

When you spend time to consider those traits before choosing your newborn baby photographer, you can rest assured you’ve picked the perfect one for the job. 

One last tip: See if you relate to the photographer and wouldn’t mind being friends with them. As a photographer, I love to think of my clients as friends and people I want to go through life with. When you’re family has a big moment or season, I want to be there to capture it for you.

If you could see yourself considering a photographer your friend, that’s a good sign that they may be a great pick. This way you’ll wind up with beautiful photos and have a blast during the photoshoot.

To book a newborn photographer session with me, Carrie Lynne Photography, simply click here and fill out the form where you can also write a quick message describing your wants. I cannot wait to work with you!