Family pictures are more than a snapshot in time—they’re a way to freeze love, connection, and the essence of who you are together. While studio sessions and outdoor shoots have their place, there’s something uniquely intimate and authentic about having your family photos taken in the place you call home. Let’s dive into five reasons why your house might just be the perfect setting for your next family photo session!

If you are starting out with film and want to try a point and shoot that is under $40 bucks, the Fuji DL-400 is a great choice. I love this little, lightweight, powerhouse that will render pretty kick-A images. The Fuji DL-400 was popular during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Here’s a review covering its key features, usability, and overall performance of this old but goodie:

There are a myriad of experimental film stocks just begging to be loaded into your film camera. They are a fun way to up your creativity game. As much as I’d like to review them all (No, that’s a lie. Ain’t nobody got time for that, especially me!) I will be comparing two stocks that produce similar effects. Psych Blues, #4 and Dubblefilm, Jelly.

I’m taking a wild guess here, but I bet you don’t have any modeling experience. I’m also going to assume that the idea of getting your pictures taken makes your palms sweaty and your heart race. Maybe as you read this a strong desire to click out of this post is pressing on that trigger finger. DON’T! My friend, keep reading because I’m going to change that apprehension when a camera comes towards you into confidence.

My youngest son, Briggs, has a love of music. Even though he is only 11 years old he loves music from all eras and genres. The other night he randomly put on a Beatles playlist on Spotify and just let it play. I quickly began to sing along. Memories of my childhood began coming back to me. Happy ones.

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