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Joyful Connection in Family Photographs

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We’ve come a long way from those stiff family portraits with fake smiles – modern photographers pride themselves on showcasing a family’s special connection in family photographs.

Every year, we assign a central theme to our Family Retreat; an overarching idea that students can keep in mind when going out to practice what they have learned.

“Joyful Connection” was the theme of this Retreat, and when we asked students to show us their resulting work, we were blown away at the emotion and bonding shown in our students’ work. We are so proud of you all!

Image: Alison Pearce
Image: Amy Martin
Image: Bridget Badstuebner
Image: Diane Morgan Welter
Image: Julia Goodman Ervin
Image: Nicole Depot
Image: Amy Phipps
Image: April Cannon
Image: Aurica Halter
Image: Michelle Petkovic
Image: Cathy Ehlert
Image: Erica Coonelly
Image: Jessie Gibson
Image: Kate Jacobs
Images: Kellie Szkatulski
Image: Lori Brock Lesh
Image: Robin Agema Radzik
Image: Jana Harcus
Image: Melissa Danielle
Image: Emilie Dowd

We hope you’ve been inspired by these gorgeous examples of capturing connection in family photographs!

If you want to elevate your work in a similar way, be sure to join us for our Family Retreat.

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