Boyce Extended Family - Wilmington, NC Family Photographer
Early in my professional career as a photographer, I remember feeling immediately overwhelmed anytime I booked an extended family session. So. many. people. So many personalities, combinations, little ones who may or may not want to cooperate for the "big group shot." I remember my brain feeling chaotic by the logistics of it all. How was I supposed to keep things moving and make sure no one was feeling left out, while simultaneously creating images that felt natural and timeless? Funny how things can change with experience...
These days, extended families are some of my favorite sessions to photograph. And this family? I've known this family since I was in THIRD GRADE. Over time, I've watched this family grow, celebrated milestones with them, and had the privilege of documenting so many chapters along the way. When I'm with them, I feel like I'm with my own family.
I met them at Wrightsville Beach, NC for their annual family vacation, and yes, there was the usual beautiful chaos that comes with a big family -- lots of people to arrange, loves of movement from the kiddos, lots of little moments happening all at once. But now, instead of feeling overwhelmed by all these moving pieces, I find myself embracing them. The magic is the grandparent squeezing a grandchild a little closer, the cousins playing "ring around the rosie," the laughter that happens when all the kids are supposed to be looking at the camera and no one is. :)
If you've ever thought of booking an extended family session, please get in touch and let's capture those little pieces that make your family uniquely yours!
