The Johnson’s in-home family session will forever be a special one for me because these are my very first in-home lifestyle portraits. I’m a new family and newborn photographer, serving families in and around Cleveland, Ohio. My only goal for this session was to capture the comfort and joy of childhood. Lucy, Connor, and Caleb were the perfect siblings to bring that goal to life. They were the spark that made these family photographs vibrant.

I love an in-home session because I get to step into a home already buzzing with activity. A family feels safe in their home to be their most natural selves. So, my job is to observe the beauty in the action and photograph in a way that brings that beauty to light. This was so easy with the Johnson family. The fun they have just being together creates a sweet and energetic home dynamic. The cuddles were natural and the mood was extra silly. The session was dynamic and full of life. These portraits reflect that.

A beautiful way to lean into natural family moments to get portraits with real emotion and rich expression is to incorporate family activities into the session. We did just that with intentional couch cuddles and baking cookies. These activities allow families to enjoy life together and make memories. The family room and kitchen made the perfect settings for the Johnsons to truly enjoy each other and do what they love together.

Looking for more Cleveland In-Home Family photography? Check out the Griffith’s in-home story here.

For the Johnsons:

Thank you for allowing me to share an afternoon celebrating your personalities, story, and the love you share. Thank you, also, to Stanley, the Bernese Mountain Dog, for being the sweet, cuddly, silly pup you are! I hope these portraits bring you joy and remind you what life looked and felt like in this season as the years pass by.