What do you picture when you think of family photos? Do you imagine yourselves posed in a studio, stiffly staring at the camera? If that's not your thing, don't worry – there's a new trend in photography that captures everyday life in a more natural way. In home lifestyle sessions are all the rage right now, and for good reason! They're perfect for families who want to capture real moments with their loved ones. Here's what you can expect from your session.

As a lifestyle portrait photographer based in Minneapolis, documentary photo sessions have become increasingly popular and they’re quite different from portrait and lifestyle sessions. If you feel that a documentary-style shoot is the right option for you, here is some of what you can expect.

-       None of the photos will be posed (ok that's not true but very little posing is done)

Every photo that is captured in a documentary family photo session is natural and happens in the moment. The goal of a documentary family session is to capture real life, whatever that means for your family. This could mean spending time together baking cookies in the kitchen, sitting on the couch, helping your child brush their teeth or hugging your spouse after a long day.