(Yes, it was our turn in front of the camera!)
This year’s Christmas studio session was extra special — because it featured my own little family! I had already wrapped up a client session earlier in the day (which I may share later), but since we had some extra time left in the studio rental, my husband suggested we go ahead and grab a few of our own. And I’m so glad he did.
We were at a beautiful studio right in Madison, Alabama, which made the perfect backdrop for a mix of traditional and lifestyle-style Christmas portraits. Now full disclosure — these were definitely informal family photos (you’ll notice my rolled-up jeans and on clouds 😅). They capture us just as we are.
**I love this photo of our sweet girl because it shows her curious personality with those gorgeous blue eyes!!

Since it was just the three of us, we set up the tripod and used a timer, which — as you can imagine — made it a bit tricky to get our 7-month-old baby girl to look at the camera. After some trial and error (and a lot of giggles), we managed to grab a few sweet moments with all of us. Then we swapped out and each took individual photos with her — and of course that’s when she gave us all the good expressions!

One of my favorite parts of being a photographer is capturing memories like these, especially as I watch my own daughter change and grow so fast. If you’re looking for Christmas family photos in North Alabama, or just want to document a milestone with your baby or toddler, I’d love to help!
I currently offer studio sessions in both Madison and Harvest, Alabama, as well as on-location sessions across North Alabama. Whether you’re dreaming of festive holiday portraits, cozy in-home shots, or personality-packed milestones, I’m here to help you preserve those fleeting moments.
Whether you’re wanting updated Christmas photos for your cards or just want to freeze this stage of your family’s journey, now is the time. I can’t wait to hear from you!
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