Mishawaka, Indiana Family Photographer | The Smith Family

Nov 30

A perfect night, a beautiful family… Sometimes I have to pinch myself. This is my job?!

Family portrait at sunset in Mishawaka, Indiana

The Smith Five met me at one of my favorite new shooting locations on the south side of Mishawaka. Isn’t it pretty? The mix of textures, the soft, flattering evening light, and the surrounding grasses create such a warm and inviting atmosphere—couldn’t have asked for a better spot!

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Getting those everyone-smiling photos of your family is important to me, but so are the in-between moments, playful shots, and candid expressions. After we got the "traditional" family pictures, we just started having fun. You know what they say: The family who chicken fights together, stays together! Or at least, that’s how it goes in my world, right?

Young girl smiling at Mishawaka family photoshoot

Dad lifting his wife in Mishawaka, Indiana family shoot

Boy smiling at Mishawaka family photoshoot

Young girl standing in autumn sunlight at Mishawaka, Indiana photoshoot

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Family portrait at Baugo Creek, Mishawaka, Indiana

Couple holding hands at family photoshoot in Mishawaka, Indiana

Father kissing his wife’s forehead at Mishawaka family session

Family portrait at Mishawaka’s Baugo Creek, Indiana

Couple embracing during a family photo session in Mishawaka

Family together in black and white at Baugo Creek, Mishawaka

I consider myself a modern traditional portrait photographer. While I’m all about those candid, documentary-style shots, I’m also a sucker for at least one photo where everyone gives me their best smile. I think we nailed the perfect mix during this session, don’t you agree? Couldn’t love it more.