There’s something unique about photographing families with teenagers—especially when they’re on the brink of a new chapter. It’s that in-between phase, where everything feels like it’s about to change, but for now, there’s still time to hold onto these moments. When I met the Skinner family at Tower Point, I could sense that underlying emotion—the love, the connection, and that bittersweet feeling a mother carries, knowing that her kids are just a few short years away from stepping into the next phase of their lives.
The afternoon light at Tower Point was perfect—golden and soft, with the ocean breeze carrying a sense of calm. As we walked through the fields, I could see it on the parents’ faces, especially the mother’s—a kind of quiet reflection mixed with joy. She was watching her children, now teenagers, no longer kids but not quite grown, and I could feel the weight of how precious this time is. These moments, these days where they’re all still together, feel like they’re slipping by too fast.
At first, like most teens, the Skinner kids were a little unsure of themselves, their natural awkwardness showing as they stood in front of the camera. But I knew that would pass. It always does. The laughter started soon enough—little jokes, playful teasing between siblings, the kind that’s half-annoyance, half-love. They may act like they’re too cool for a family photo, but the truth is, they’re still here, still close, and that’s what matters.
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As we wandered deeper into the park, their parents followed with easy smiles. The mother’s eyes lingered on her kids, taking them in, probably thinking about how quickly time is passing. Teenagers can be hard to pin down—they’re busy, they’ve got their own lives, their own friends, and family moments like these can feel fewer and further between. But on that afternoon, surrounded by the beauty of Tower Point, they were together. And that’s what these sessions are about: holding onto the now before everything changes.
Family sessions with teenagers are different. They aren’t about crafting perfect, posed images. They’re about capturing the real moments—sometimes awkward, sometimes playful, always full of love. And for parents, especially mothers, there’s a deep, quiet emotion that runs through these sessions. It’s the desire to freeze time, just for a little while longer, to hold onto these days before everything shifts.
Looking back at the photos from that afternoon with the Skinners, what stands out isn’t just the laughter or the beauty of the landscape—it’s the connection. The way the mother looked at her teenagers, knowing they’re growing up, but still her kids, for now. It’s these moments that matter most, and it’s these moments that will stay with her long after the kids have moved on to the next chapter.
If you're ready to capture these fleeting moments with your teenagers before they move on to their next adventure, let’s plan a session that freezes this special time. Reach out to me today, and let’s create memories that you’ll cherish for a lifetime.
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