Family tends to be important to many people, especially to mothers-to-be and mothers of young children. However, in 21st-century life, over half of the people say they only use their mobile devices to capture their family photos.

Whilst modern technology is wonderful for capturing snaps and selfies, mobile images do not provide high-quality images in most instances. Professional family portrait photography provides a way to capture a moment in time and produce beautiful images of you and your loved ones. 

Let’s get into the importance of family photos and collecting memories! 

5 Reasons why family photoshoots are so important

• The little ones grow up so quickly 
• Creates lasting memories 
• A fun day out 
• Increases self-esteem 
• They are fun

They grow up so quickly…

As a mother myself, I have seen first hand how quickly time flies by, and how quickly the little ones sprout up. Time with your baby or young child is precious as they don’t stay small for long!

By investing in a family photographer to do a photoshoot of you all together, you are documenting a moment in history that will be gone within the blink of an eye–if this doesn’t show the importance of family photos and collecting memories with your children, I don’t know what will.

Creates memories that last a lifetime. 

By investing in a family photoshoot with your newborn or young child, you can capture a variety of stunning images that your child will appreciate in years to come. The images will look wonderful on print and be high quality. 

This is important in modern times where we tend to rely on mobiles for our images, as millions of photos are lost every year when mobile phones get broken or lost. 

It’s a great experience. 

Hiring a family photographer can provide an opportunity to spend quality time with our partner and children. Taking the time to pick out the perfect outfits together (I have a styling guide here for you if you need help!) and then enjoying a day out as a family will be a wonderful bonding experience for you all. 

Family photoshoots can be set anywhere of your choosing. As a family photographer in Hampshire, I love to take family photos at the beach because my clients always have a wonderful day out and get beautiful photographs of them with their families. 

It’s good for our self-esteem. 

Dressing up nicely and making ourselves feel good for photographs of us to be taken improve our self-esteem and confidence. However, if you choose to display your images from your family photoshoot in your home, it has been proven that your child will have better self-esteem and improved mental health. 

Studies have shown the importance of family photos being in your home, as it reinforces to your child that family is important and that they are loved and safe. 

They are fun

Last but not least, family photo sessions are a brilliant way to have fun with your loved ones. 

It is quite easy to get caught up in the chaos of home life–you’re busy cooking and cleaning, the kids are doing their own thing or one of you are at work. It might be rare you all have the time to spend quality time together.

My family photoshoots are particularly fun as we choose lovely locations such as at the beach where you have an open space, the sand and the sea and, I encourage you to all be yourselves together as these make for the most genuine photos! 

Conclusion

Now you know the importance of family photos and collecting memories, there’s no time to waste as your children grow up in a heartbeat!

Once you’ve decided that a family photoshoot is right for you, you’ll need a photographer who will capture the beauty of you and your family, and make your ideas become a reality.

I am a Hampshire family photographer who would love to be able to help you celebrate your loved ones, so check out my services and don’t hesitate to get in touch!