There are two reasons I used “incredible” as the title for this post.
First, this family is absolutely INCREDIBLE. They took their son in when he was 14 years old and their oldest daughter was only an infant. For those of us with young teens or for those of us who remember what it was like, you know that 14 and the surrounding years are tough, to say the least. But, the act of opening your home to a teenager, taking him in, and instantly making him part of your family is incredible. This young man is incredible as well. He was so sweet – to his parents, to his sisters, to me. It was an added bonus that he looked like a model! I often write about the love, compassion and energy that I feel with the families that I photograph. It’s crazy how you can just feel it after only being with them only an hour or two. But the connection and love that these people have for each other is astounding. Another example: their dog was a rescue dog. They couldn’t find a home for her so they took her in and let me tell you – she was the sweetest little dog. What an incredible family.
Second, the best massage I have ever received in my entire life was given by the mom of this family. She owns Massage Works Pain Relief Clinic in Beaverton. Seriously INCREDIBLE. I am a firm believer in the power of massage. Starting in February of my junior year of college, I got my first migraine and I continued to get them every single week. They affected my vision, gave me a splitting headache, and made me sick to my stomach. I had my first massage in November of that year and they went away. I continued to have regular massages on and off for the following decade. I enjoyed prenatal massage throughout both pregnancies and it was a tremendous benefit to my hips and back. Then, at the beginning of this year we took a break from getting massages because we decided to try and save up as much money as we could. Six months later, low and behold, I had my first migraine after a decade of going without. A couple weeks later, I had another. Then I found D’nise. I have had more massages than I can count over the past ten years and hers was seriously the best! I am so glad I found her and can’t wait for my next one. I could go on and on and on forever about how wonderful she is and I highly recommend her. But lets get to the best part of this post – the photos!
I loved this dog. She would make a great friend to my fluffy Pomeranian. If this family wasn’t so attached to her and if my husband wouldn’t veto my decision, I would have snatched her up and taken her home as my own.
I love everything about this photo.
Handsome, right? I love how they’re almost the same height when they’re standing on a steep slope. 
I love this shot for a couple of reasons. First, I think its gorgeous. Just look at that red hair. Second, it was totally her idea. A lot of times, the kids like to make suggestions during their session. More often than not, they turn out to be something that I would have never thought of and I end up loving the result.
I love that within the span of five seconds, you can get three completely different expressions with a kid this age. Just precious.
These girls adore their big brother.
Can you guess who’s dog she is?
These were so much fun to take. I’m so glad no one fell and got hurt… Can you see mom & dad lovin on each other in the background of the image on the left? I didn’t even notice it until I was editing the photos.
But at the very end of the session, this little sweetie was playing and fell down and scraped up her knee pretty bad. Poor little thing. Nothing can make it hurt less than mommy can, right?
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Beautiful as always Krissy.. I particularly love the unposed ones, but they are all wonderful. Their personalities are just shining through these images!
I love how they are all so happy and interacting with each other! Sometimes this is exactly what families need, a chance to be caught being themselves
OH WOW! These are all gorgeous! I love the lighting and tones in these! Simply Beautiful Family!
You have a real gift for capturing real, honest relationships in a stunning visual way. I love each of these, especially the one of mum with the girls on the steep slope. What a gorgeous family.
Cutest Family EVER! Seriously, these brought tears to my eyes. I already know that I probably won’t be having any kids of my own for various reasons, but have often thought about adoption when I am older so I love seeing and hearing about stories like this. And, that’s amazing that the massages are keeping your migraines away. That’s a medicine I could certainly learn to live with:)
These are all so fresh, natural and amazing!!
I big puffy heart these! Seriously beautiful and full of love! You have an amazing talent for photographing families!
These are just stunning. I seriously kept scrolling down like “That is my favorite…no, that is my favorite”…got all the way to the end and definitely can’t decide. They are all so wonderful, show so much emotion, wonderful interactions…not to mention the flawless quality and gorgeous lighting. Beautiful job!
Looks like a really fun session to shoot! I have so many favorites – great job capturing how they are in real life!
Your work is stunning. You really have a gift for bring out families. These are amazing.
these photos….WOW. I love the light and the emotion and the fun captured in each one!!!! The one of mom on the hill with the light coming down….stunning!!! All of them are beautiful!
Krissy, I can’t get over your awesomeness. These are just incredible. Cheezmo. I mean, seriously, CHEEZMO! What a gorgeous group of people turned into model rockstars by your lens. Love these.
This is seriously, seriously amazing. The one of the older brother chasing the girls brought tears to my eyes, Krissy. You did such a great job capturing this beautiful family.
BEAUTIFUL!!! i just love your work!
Such a lovely post, the family is not only beautiful on the outside but also on the inside! These shots have that WOW factor yet again, you’re a star Krissy! Oh and I have to add that the son is DEFINATELY model material!!
wowzers! this session is awesome! a beautiful family, perfectly captured. i love the one of mom and the girls laughing. and then the one where the dog’s tongue is out. seriously awesome!
again gorgeous family session…you never disappoint krissy never…LOVE LOVE LOVE
Krissy – Even without your words, I would have known how much this family loves each other. It positively radiates from each image. Each one is perfect.
These are incredible. You are an amazing talent.
WOW!! I LOVE those!! You really know how to connect with families!!
Sigh…I mean…these just say it all about family huh? Beautiful, stunning, magical work Krissy. I SO hope they order an album…and a TON of photos. I would be beside myself if these were my family photos.
wow Krissy, I am in love with this session:) what a wonderful family!
These are amazing! Love the depth you capture!
This family session is everything great about modern portrait photography all at once. Clean, classic and you really can feel the love. Awesomeness.
These photos are truly amazing. They made me tear up. You can see the love within this family. And that dog! How cute is she?!