Extended family sessions hold a special place for me. Yes at times they can be hard to organize and get everyone in the same place but oh how are they worth it. To record your family! I would totally say just take the time to do it!
There are a lot of combinations to get through and it can mean that time moves quickly without as much variety in images as say an immediate family session but this does not mean you cant create beautiful images. I always have in my mind that I want to get at least 3 different set ups of the whole family and then break down into smaller groups around each one of these scenarios and then some extra shots along the way. It can depend how big the extended family is but after shooting weddings for 20 years (eek) I can wrangle family groups together and pump out the combinations quickly in 20mins so in a whole session I actually feel chilled out. People often say gosh it must be hard but as long as I have an idea of the combinations of who is coming then Im good to go.
I can meet big families for the first time or like this family I have been capturing their kids since newborns.
We can meet at the park or the beach… then there are sessions like this. Chosen for meaning. This family live near Toohey Forest and these beautiful kids have made this fort over time with their grandad and the rest of the family - but you could tell it was special with grandad. I love it! Its the case of let me spend an afternoon with you where you feel most comfortable and it just takes your gallery to a whole other level.
There are photos in this gallery with grandad at the fort, each of the kids with just mum and just dad and extras with their Aunty. I really do aim to capture all the shots that mean the world to you and kept it as easy and relaxed as possible!
Selena xx
PS We use grid galleries so you can see a quick snapshot of a session. Just click on an image to see it full size and then move through with the arrows :)
