Winter isn’t necessarily the season that people plan a maternity session for, and since most people don’t time when they’re giving birth, there was nothing to do but to go for it! The stark look of Central Park and the minimalist outfits resulted in a surprisingly modern look. The expectant mother’s long black dress, the …
A photo session with four kids on a day that was about 25 degrees Fahrenheit sounds like a recipe for disaster, but this family couldn’t be bothered less about the cold. They obviously loved being together and photographed and were delighted afterwards that ilir could get the great group shots that they are never able …
This was the fifth time we had the opportunity to work with this family, and it’s been fun keeping it interesting by doing sessions in different locations around the city. More often than not, photos improve with subsequent sessions as the photographer gets to know the family better and can anticipate what to expect and …
The golden fall foliage was on full display in Central Park in Manhattan when this session took place. The light takes on such warmth when it filters through the leaves, and ilir captured this family of four so beautifully.
Have a family reunion coming up soon? Or are you a photographer who wants to get organized but less stuffy-looking family group photos? Here are some tips we’ve put together for getting a great, effortless-looking group shot. All photos copyright of arthouse images. TIP #1: BUILD THE SHOT FROM THE MIDDLE. Have the ‘guest(s) of honor’ …
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This brother-sister duo romped all over 5th Avenue and Central Park, and ilir captured their innocence and bond in such a fresh way. Mom wanted for this photo session to be for the kids but kindly obliged when ilir suggested she jump in for a few photos.
For our popular outdoor fall Family Photography Sessions, clients often ask for wardrobe recommendations. How to dress is a very personal matter, but we put together this guide so our clients can check out some different ideas from our past sessions. Some universal things to keep in mind when choosing apparel for a photo session are: Now let’s …
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Cherry blossom season is one of the best times for family photos in NYC. Central Park is a top choice for having a family session with the blossoms, as places like Brooklyn Botanical Garden get very, very crowded and require a permit for photography. It’s a narrow window of time to catch the ephemeral blossoms, …