Extended Family Photography in St. Louis


There is something incredibly special about having the whole family together.

Between busy schedules, growing children, work, school, and everyday life, getting grandparents, parents, siblings, cousins, and grandchildren all in the same place can be difficult. That is exactly what makes extended family photos in St. Louis so meaningful.


I recently photographed a beautiful extended family session in Cottleville, Missouri, and this session was such a great example of why I love photographing large families. There was plenty of laughter, connection, and time spent together—and we were able to document it all in photographs they can enjoy for years to come.


When families book an extended family photography session in St. Louis, they often want more than one large group photo.

Of course, we make sure to capture the classic full-family portrait, but I also love creating a gallery that tells the story of the entire family.


During an extended family session, we can capture:

  • The entire extended family together
  • Grandparents with their grandchildren
  • Grandparents with their children
  • Individual family units
  • Siblings together
  • Cousins together
  • Couples
  • Kids playing and interacting naturally
  • Candid moments between family members

These smaller combinations are often some of the most treasured photographs in the final gallery.

A Recent Extended Family Session in Cottleville, Missouri


This recent extended family photo session in Cottleville, MO was filled with the kind of moments that make family photography so special.


Large family sessions can feel like a lot to coordinate, but my goal is to make the photography experience organized, relaxed, and enjoyable for everyone.

Before the session, I help plan the different groupings we want to photograph. This allows us to move efficiently through the session while making sure everyone gets the photos they were hoping for.

Once we're together, I guide everyone through the poses and group combinations while also leaving room for genuine interactions and ca

ndid moments.

The goal isn't to make every photograph feel overly posed. I want your St. Louis family photos to feel like your family—joyful, connected, and natural.


Planning Your St. Louis Extended Family Photos


If you're planning an extended family photo session, choosing the right photographer and location can make a huge difference.

I photograph extended families throughout the St. Louis area and St. Charles County, including Cottleville, O'Fallon, St. Peters, Wentzville, Lake St. Louis, and surrounding communities.


Whether you're planning a family reunion, celebrating a milestone, visiting family from out of town, or simply realizing that it has been far too long since everyone has been photographed together, an extended family session is a wonderful way to preserve this season.


And if you're worried about getting everyone organized, don't stress. That's part of my job! I'll help guide your family through the session and make sure we capture the important combinations while keeping the experience fun.


Looking for an Extended Family Photographer in St. Louis?

If you're searching for an extended family photographer in St. Louis, I'd love to help you document your family.

My photography style is joyful, light-filled, and timeless, with an emphasis on genuine connection and natural moments. I want your photographs to feel beautiful today while still looking timeless years from now.


From St. Louis to Cottleville, O'Fallon, St. Charles, St. Peters, Wentzville, and Lake St. Louis, I photograph families throughout the area.

Because your family won't always look like this.


The kids will grow. The grandparents will get older. Everyone's lives will change.

But you'll always have these photographs.


If your whole family is finally going to be together, let's make sure you capture it.