The Black Hills are often a gathering place for family reunions, and this year, it seems we’re a popular destination. I love photographing extended family photo sessions because there are so many opportunities to document meaningful memories, and I think it’s so important to have these photos when your family is gathered.
Let me guide you on how I handle my sessions by sharing my favorite shots from a recent extended family session. Prior to the shoot, I had a conversation with a designated contact person to ensure that we have identified all the necessary groupings and key photos to be taken. I make sure to capture all the most important photos while making sure the littles are happy.
![Black Hills Extended family candid group photo](https://letsadventuresome.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/34179/2023/05/strampe-12_26_22-7_websize-1024x683.jpg)
Then, we break into smaller groupings, like adult siblings, sisters with mom, etc. This gives kids a little break too!
![Sibling family photo](https://letsadventuresome.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/34179/2023/05/strampe-12_26_22-22_websize-1024x683.jpg)
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Next, we play! I’ll snap a couple of more formal family photos, but by this time, most kids are getting antsy, so I use lots of fun prompts and games to get photos of real interactions.
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Once we’ve got all the groupings, usually in a couple of locations, I like to be a fly on the wall and watch your family interact and capture the sweet, candid moments that will help you reminisce about this time together.
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If you’re gathering this summer and would love to have your family photos taken with our incredible Black Hills scenery, let’s connect!
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