Spring

May-June

Pros

• Warmer temps (but not too hot yet).
• Colors are beginning to pop on the trees, flowers are starting to bloom, and trees are not overpowered yet with summer greens.
• Start time isn’t too late for those with younger children.
• Less illness/scheduling conflicts with small children during the spring & summer months.

Cons

• Unpredictable temps which could impact your outfit choice. Make sure to have layers ready to go so you don't have to change your outfit selection last minute.
• Rain reschedules are always a possibility.

Summer

Mid June-Mid September

Summer is hands down my FAVORITE season for family photos.



Pros:

• Warm temps which makes for happy toddlers and babies.
• Less illnesses for young children during the summer months which means less of a chance of rescheduling.
• Popular locations are less busy.
• Golden glow! More of a chance the sun will hopefully be out during your session.
• More location options including water (beach & creek).

Cons

• Sessions are always done during golden hour which means a later start time during the summer months. July can start as late as 8pm. Although as a mom of 3 (with strict early bedtimes), I can promise you, your little ones will surprise you & do amazingly well with an evening session playing outside.
• Summer heat & humidity.

Fall

Mid September-October

Pros:

• Chance of fall colors and muted greens/rich fall tones. There is only a small window in MI with the full background of bright fall colors & cannot be predicted in advance.
• Earlier start time which is great for young children/babies.
• Colder temps and less humidity- great for layering and adding dimension to your images.

Cons:

• Unpredictable temps. Layer up those babies so they stay happy during their session!!
• Higher chance of scheduling conflicts/cancellations with your children once they are back to school due to sports, illnesses, & school events.
• Popular locations can be very busy this time of year.