Family Photography Shoot Ideas

Do you want to have a special family photography shoot that you will cherish forever?

How about a photo shoot that captures the special relationship between your children and their grandparents? Like that idea, but don’t know where to start?

Anything your children enjoy doing with their grandparents is a great possibility for a family photography shoot. Do they like to bake cookies together? Perfect!

Do they take the kids on walks around the neighborhood, inspecting each bug and leaf? Love it.

How about a sleepover? Or just as special, how about a day in the life of them babysitting on a regular day? Going through the rituals of the day together is always rich with little, lovely moments of connection between the generations.

Or if your kids are a little older like mine, they love to take the Metra train with their Bubbe and cousins to the city.

Our Big Adventure

We started our day with meeting at the Deerfield Metra Station. Of course, even though they are not toddlers, we still have to bring along snacks and drinks. Just riding the train downtown, giggling, chatting and looking out the window, is the first adventure of the day.

Lunchtime

Then, we went to our favorite eating spot, The French Market. Lobster roll anyone? Or how about sushi? Or maybe a Vietnamese sandwich. And don’t forget the melt in your mouth Belgian fries. Everyone finds something they love when we eat here.

Daddy Visit

The kids always love to visit Daddy in his high-rise office downtown. The view is incredible. And because my husband is a games-obsessed dude, his office is full of toys he’s collected over the years. As usual, we had to drag the kids out so he could get back to work.

Boat ride on the Chicago River

Next was my favorite part of the day, taking the water taxi along the Chicago River. We have taken them on the architectural boat tour before. I loved it, but they are just as happy to just sit on the boat, drinking in the sites as we pass them by. And the bonus, MUCH cheaper than the guided boat tours.

Capturing Your Family Photos

Would you like to have photos like these for your next family outing? Doing a family storytelling shoot is a great way to have a book, slideshow and even wall art that captures the beautiful connections between you and your family. So next time you think about hiring a family photographer, give me a call at 773 510 7105. Let’s discuss what kind of family photos are right for you. And don’t forget the grandparents!

Would like to find answers to common questions about Grandparent Sessions and how to book? Click here for all your answers.

And if you would like to see more examples of my family photography storytelling shoots, look here, here, here, and here .

To see Amanda Jane Dalby, Redhill Surrey UK Lifestyle and Portrait Photographer’s take on a local family outing, click here . Storytelling photography is definitely a trend crossing the globe these days! Give it a try. You won’t regret it!