Spring Time Golden Hour Photos With A Blended Family | Raleigh Family Photography

Every family I work with deserves a gallery that feels personal to their story; one that captures not just what you look like, but who you are. This was one of those sessions that stayed with me long after I packed up.

As a Raleigh family photographer, I’m constantly reminded that no two families look or love the same way. And that’s the beauty of this work. The Coltrane crew was no exception. With five incredible kids (three of whom are adopted), this family is eclectic, joyful, and undeniably tight-knit. From the second we began, I could feel how deeply they love each other and how fiercely they show up for one another.

The Power of Sharing Your Story With Me

Before our session, Mom told me her vision: she wanted these photos to reflect their love, individuality, and this specific chapter in their family’s journey. She described her crew as wild, free, unique, and grown out of unyielding love. That’s the kind of direction I live for. When families share these kinds of details with me, it helps me create work that doesn't just look beautiful but feels like them.

We leaned into that energy. I focused on the small, quiet moments just as much as the big, joyful ones: the way they lean into each other for comfort, the chaos of playing leap frog across a feel, and the safety in a hug that regulates your nervous system. Their story isn’t picture-perfect in the traditional sense and that’s exactly why it’s perfect.

These photos aren’t just about a day, they’re a celebration of a family that chose love over and over again.

Let’s Tell Your Story

If you’re looking for a Raleigh family photographer with a career background in storytelling, who sees beyond the surface and wants to understand your story so we can tell it honestly, this is what I do. Share the details. Give me the chaos, the connection, the vision. I’ll meet you right there.

Do you want to celebrate your blended family with photos that capture your collective joy? Reach out to schedule your Raleigh family photography session today.