Top 50 reasons to book your next family photoshoot now

Because there always seems to be a good reason to delay…

Capturing your family’s story through a professional photoshoot is one of the best investments you can make—not just for today but for years to come. Whether it’s celebrating big milestones, documenting your unique connections, or simply freezing time in the chaos of daily life as a parent, there are countless reasons to prioritize a family photoshoot.
But for some reason, it’s easy to delay booking a session, simply because we tend to believe it should be saved for a “very special” occasion. But then, you guessed it, it never happens! So let me show you that your life already has plenty very special occasions and your family photo session is waiting for you.
In this post, I’ve rounded up the top 50 reasons to book your next family photoshoot now:

family sitting at home. Top 50 reasons to book your next family photoshoot now

1. You have a newborn and want to send beautiful birth announcement cards.
2. Grandma keeps asking for updated pictures.
3. You want fresh photo for holidays or new years’ cards to send friends and family.
4. You had a baby and want them included in the family photos on your walls.
5. You have never had a professional photo session with your family and wish you had great pictures to decorate your home.
6. You want to be included in the frame.
7. You’d be happy not to take care of taking the photos yourself, for once.
8. You’ve had a Pinterest board full of cute family pose ideas for a while and it’s time to make them come to life.
9. Your eldest is off to college soon and you want all of you together in photos before they move out.
10. You’re celebrating a milestone wedding anniversary.
11. It’s your child’s first birthday, and you want to commemorate it.
12. You’re expecting another baby and want a cute maternity/family photo session.
13. A family reunion is coming up after years apart.
14. You’re preparing for the holidays and want keepsakes of those moments (decorating the tree, baking cookies…).
15. You just adopted a pet and want to include them in the family photos.
16. You’d love to capture the unique bond between grandparents and grandchildren.
17. Your child lost their first tooth, and it’s such a precious moment: that cute toothless smile will only last a few weeks!
18. You want photos of your child before they start school for the first time.
19. Your want pictures of your child as a small baby before they start walking.
20. You’d like to preserve how your family’s dynamics feel right now.
21. You want to capture the special bond between siblings.
22. It’s been years since your last family photo, and you’d like something new.
23. Your family has gone through a challenging time, and you want to honor your journey.
24. You either have lots of photos from your childhood or very little, and you understand how valuable they are.
25. You just moved into a new home and want to celebrate!

mother playing with her toddler at home. Top 50 reasons to book your next family photoshoot now

26. You’re redesigning your gallery wall and need new photos.
27. You’re not impressed with the photos your partner takes of you and are so ready for non blurry shots.
28. Just because: your kids are awsome and cute and you love them. Boom! There’s a great reason right there.
29. Your friends keep raving about their photo sessions, and you’re inspired to book one.
30. Your child has a unique personality that you want captured before they grow out of this phase.
31. Your phone is filled with snapshots, but none truly feel timeless.
32. It’s your favorite time of the year! Spring or autumn, you name it, let’s get outdoor and capture how special it is.
33. You’re celebrating a cultural or religious milestone in your family.
34. You’re on vacations and want beautiful photos for a special album of that family adventure.
35. You’d like to document the final year in your family’s current home before moving out.
36. A favorite location—like a park, coffee shop or beach—holds special meaning to your family.
37. Your garden is in full bloom, and it’s a stunning backdrop for family photos.
38. Your child has just transitioned to a “big kid” room, and they’re incredibly proud of their new space.
39. Your child just learned a new skill—whether it’s riding a bike, playing an instrument, or creating art.
40. Your family loves a specific hobby or interest, such as hiking, cooking, or playing music, and you want to document those moments together.
41. You would love having a luxury family album with beautiful photos, to be a family heirloom for your child.
42. Your child has grown out of their baby clothes and you want to document this special time before buying new ones.
43. You’ve been struggling to make time for family and want a self care moment.
44. You’re planning a surprise for your parents and want to create a family photo gift.
45. You’re planning a surprise for a family member and want to keep it secret with a special photoshoot.
46. You want to document a special day spent with family, such as a day trip or picnic in the beach.
47. You’ve recently updated your wardrobe and want to create a set of fresh family portraits.
48. It’s a special time for you: maybe you got a new job and want to treat yourself to a photo session to celebrate your achievement.
49. You love your city and want family keepsakes with the best background there is: your favorite places in the city.
50. You’ve always dreamed of having a family photo shoot but were too shy to take the leap: this is your cue!

What are you waiting for?

There’s always a reason to book a family photoshoot. Did you find a few that would fit perfectly for your family in my list of 50 reasons to book your next family photoshoot? Don’t wait for “the perfect time”—every season of life deserves to be celebrated and remembered. Are you looking to book your own documentary family session in Dublin? Check out what my family sessions are all about and get in touch to tell me all about your special reason to book!