Unpopular opinion but January has always been one of my favorite months. I love the reset after the holidays, the quieter pace, and yes—I’m also someone who genuinely loves Mondays. I got a new camera at the end of December, and since January is typically slower for photographers, I finally had the time to practice with it instead of rushing it straight into sessions. Once I had that space, one thing became very clear—I needed to find someone fun to practice on.

Choosing a location for family photos can feel like one more decision parents are expected to get “right.” It doesn’t need to be.