A happy family walks through a vibrant field of yellow wildflowers, perfect for family photography. The woman in a white dress holds hands with a man in a blue shirt, who carries a laughing child on his shoulder. Lush greenery forms the picturesque background.

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July 5, 2023

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Pinehurst family photography – melissa, matt (+ mae)

I seem to be making a mini-trend here with the 5 year anniversary/family photography thing. After photographing Hannah & Andrew (married 06/02/2018) with their newborn baby, Micah, at the beginning of June, I wrapped up the month with Melissa & Matt (married 06/30/2018) with their 20-month old bundle of energy, Mae!

I really do hope this trend continues because: a) it’s so great to catch up with my couples on these milestone dates and watching their families grow, and b) I have a lot of fun in the process!

I definitely think my perspective as a dad of two girls (one teenager and one soon-to-be teenager) has shaped my approach to these kinds of shoots over the last few years. I see them as happy times, but also ones that will be looked back on with a little bit of nostalgic melancholy in the years to come when the kids have grown up and our relationship with them has evolved.

So here are a few photos from Melissa & Matt’s 5-year anniversary shoot. When we met at the Village Arboretum, there was a pretty heavy thunderstorm in full effect, so we took shelter and chatted for a bit to catch up and let Mae get used to me a bit. The good thing with evening thunderstorms is that, afterwards, the light can be pretty magical. So when the rain finally did stop we were rewarded for our patience and we spent the next hour or so having fun exploring the arboretum with little Mae.

Anyone looking for an anniversary shoot, family session or combination thereof, please do give me a shout! We will definitely have a lot of fun and get some beautiful photographs for you to look back on and cherish when the little buggers have grown up!

And without any further blather, here are my picks of the pics. Thanks to Melissa, Matt & Mae for a fun Friday evening!

A toddler in a pink dress stands in front of two adults on white rocking chairs under a brick archway, capturing the essence of family photography. A woman in a white dress stands nearby, watching the child. The scene is relaxed and informal.
A black and white family photography moment: a man playfully lifts a smiling toddler in a dress, while a woman looks on with delight. They stand joyfully in front of a brick wall.
A smiling couple stands with a toddler, capturing the essence of family photography. The woman wears a white dress, and the man sports a blue shirt. The child, dressed in a patterned dress with a bow, is held lovingly between them. Greenery fills the background.
A smiling couple walks hand in hand with their young daughter on a lush green path, capturing a perfect family photography moment. The woman in a white dress and the man in a blue shirt hold the girl's hands as she happily swings in the air.
A black and white family photography image captures a toddler standing on a road, dressed in a bow and patterned outfit. In the blurred background, two adults approach: one in a dress and the other in pants and a shirt.
A small child in a patterned dress walks on a paved path, capturing the essence of family photography. In the background, slightly out of focus, two adults stroll together amidst lush greenery, evoking a serene park or garden setting.
Black and white family photography captures a couple with their child. The woman, in a dress, holds the little girl adorned with a bow in her hair. The man points to something in the distance as they stand outdoors, enveloped by trees.
A black and white family photography capture of a young child joyfully walking on a road, supported by guiding hands. The child wears a dress with a bow in their hair, smiling as two adults linger partially visible in the background.
A cheerful toddler in a peach-patterned dress and pink bow runs toward the camera, embodying the joy of family photography. She holds the hand of an adult in a white dress, while another adult in blue pants and brown shoes follows closely on the paved path.
A family of three walks along a path surrounded by greenery. The mother in a white dress and the father in a blue shirt hold their young child’s hands, lifting her playfully between them. It's a perfect moment for family photography, capturing laughter and love in one frame.
A toddler in a floral dress walks along a path, focused and holding a small object. In the background, two adults crouch down, smiling and watching her brisk adventure. The outdoor setting, surrounded by lush greenery, captures an authentic moment of family photography.
A woman in a white dress bends down to gently talk to a young girl in a patterned dress with bows in their hair. Captured in classic black and white, this beautiful moment of family photography unfolds outdoors, with lush foliage serving as the serene backdrop.
A toddler in a patterned dress and sandals bends down to touch the ground, capturing a candid moment of family photography. An adult in a white dress and black sandals stands nearby, set against a backdrop of blurred greenery in the outdoor scene.
Black and white image of a happy toddler in a dress and bow walking on a path. Two adults, one in a white skirt and another in pants, follow her joyfully. The scene captures the candid essence of family photography.
A family of three, captured in a delightful moment of family photography, admire yellow flowers in a garden. The young girl, in a pink bow and floral dress, is flanked by her parents—a man in a blue shirt and a woman in white—surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant blooms.
A young girl with a pink bow in her hair stands in a field of yellow flowers, facing to the side, embodying the charm often captured in family photography. She wears a light-colored dress with a peach pattern, set against a lush green background that creates a vibrant and serene setting.
A smiling family of three stands in a field of yellow wildflowers, capturing the essence of family photography. The woman in a white dress, the man in a blue shirt, and their young child in a pink dress all look at the camera, exuding joy and warmth.
A family of three epitomizes the charm of family photography as they pose in a garden adorned with yellow flowers. The woman in a white dress, the man in a blue shirt, and their toddler, delightfully dressed in floral attire, all smile warmly at the camera while she stands proudly before them.
A young girl with a pink bow and a dress adorned with fruit patterns is gently touching pink coneflowers in a garden, capturing the essence of family photography. Her curious, focused expression is set against lush greenery in the background.
A happy family walks through a vibrant field of yellow wildflowers, perfect for family photography. The woman in a white dress holds hands with a man in a blue shirt, who carries a laughing child on his shoulder. Lush greenery forms the picturesque background.
A joyful, black-and-white family photography captures a man and woman playfully running with a toddler across a grassy field. The toddler laughs and reaches forward, while the adults extend their arms wide in happiness. Trees stand silently in the background.
A couple playfully holds a laughing toddler upside down, capturing the essence of family photography. The child, in a floral dress with a pink bow in her hair, giggles as the adults share smiles amidst a backdrop of lush greenery.
A timeless black and white family photography portrait captures a smiling group standing together. The man in a short-sleeve shirt holds a toddler adorned in a floral outfit with a bow, while the woman in a sleeveless dress stands beside them, all framed by leafy foliage in the background.

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