How to Have an Easy Family Photo Session with Two Little Ones
A Durham Family Photographer’s Guide to Stress-Free Photos
If you’re a parent of two little ones and the idea of a family photo session feels… stressful (read: chaos, bribes, and meltdowns), you’re not alone. I hear this all the time. But as a family photographer in Durham, NC, I promise—it doesn’t have to be painful. In fact, it can actually be easy, fun, and even a little magical.
Here’s how we make that happen:
1. Let Go of “Perfect”
The biggest secret to a great photo session? Let go of the idea that your kids need to behave a certain way. Wiggly toddlers? Running in circles? Baby crying halfway through? All totally normal—and totally okay. My approach is gentle, playful, and relaxed, and I always follow the rhythm of your family.
2. Choose a Comfortable Setting
Whether it’s your backyard, a favorite park, or a familiar trail in Durham, comfort is key. A spot your kids already love will help them relax and be themselves (which is exactly what we want!).
3. Keep the Energy Light
We’ll play games, take breaks, and follow the fun. I’ll never ask your kids to sit still and smile for 30 minutes straight (I promise). We’ll get some sweet, snuggly moments—and plenty of laughter in between.
4. Don’t Worry About the Chaos
Two kids means double the energy, and that’s something I welcome. I’ve photographed a lot of families with young children, and some of the most beautiful images come from the unposed, in-between moments—when no one’s looking at the camera, but love is pouring out anyway.
5. Trust Me to Guide You
As your Durham family photographer, I’m here to help every step of the way. I’ll guide you into natural poses, give you gentle prompts, and help keep things flowing so you don’t have to stress about a thing.
Final Thoughts
Family sessions with two little ones can absolutely be joyful, meaningful, and yes—easy. You just show up as you are. Let your kids be kids. Let the chaos be part of the story. And I’ll take care of the rest.
If you're in the Durham, NC area and dreaming of a family photo session that feels like a deep breath (not a stressful to-do), I’d love to meet you and your crew.
Let’s capture the love, laughter, and real-life beauty of this wild and wonderful season.
Hello there and thank you for stopping by! I’m Katrina, the heartbeat behind Fifty Two Hundred Photo + Film, in Durham, North Carolina. I specialize in capturing meaningful and precious memories for remarkable families in North Carolina. I hope you enjoyed this story I shared today and if you are interested in learning more about The Time Capsule membership, or let’s connect. Not quite ready to connect, but you would like to follow along the journey? Follow me on Instagram and let’s be friends!
Katrina is a family photographer and family filmmaker in Durham, North Carolina. She offers lifestyle newborn photography, family photography and family videography which focuses on capturing authentic and honest moments for families. Her clients love that not only do they get digital files from their session but artwork to display in their home. She is happy to custom albums so you can revisit your favorite memories for years to come! Be sure to check out the Adobe partnership to see Katrina sharing her knowledge on capturing magical light to highlight the essence of each family.
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