Family photography in Durango, Telluride, and the San Juan Mountains
Every family has a story-full of laughter, connection, and beautifully imperfect moments.
Family Portraits
I get you.
You're a parent, aunt, grandparent-and it's probable been a while since your last family photo.
Maybe you're gently saying, "You know...the last time we took a family picture was..."
Or maybe your family looks a little different now-blended, growing, changing.
Every family is unqiue, and that's exactly what makes these sessions so fun.
After 25 years of family life myself, I know how to make family photos relaxed, playful, and genuinely enjoyable.
We'll explore, laugh, dance, maybe debate who snores the loudest, and yes-piggyback rides are always welcome.
Before your session you'll receive:
~short questionnairre
~wardrobe guidance
~location suggestions
~posing inspiration
Before!
This is where the magic happens.
We'll meet at our chosen location and start with a few relaxed portraits while everyone warms up.
Then we let the session unfold nturally.
Expect:
~laughter
~movement
~piggyback rides
~kids being wonderfully themselves
I'll gently guide you through a few poses, but the real magic comes from the candid moments-the laughs, glances, and the little interactions that make your family yours.
You and your family are my guide.
We'll move, explore, maybe even invent a dance party along the way.
Because the best photos happen when everyone sinply enjoys being together.
During!
Families Love These Sessions.
Carolyn photographed our maternity and family shoot in the mountains. Our photos turned out stunning, and I felt so pretty during such a vulnerable time. ~Jessica
Really wonderful experience. Our family was not easy, all 4 kids (11, 8, 6, and 8mo) and both grandparents all melted down at some point, and she was able to catch moments of sunshine despite the literal and figurative rain. We just saw our sneak peeks, and the photos are gorgeous! Cannot wait for the final album! ~Carrie
I hired CStrong Photography to take pictures of my family, including a 9mo old and 3 year old. The results are the most precious photos of these two boys! She had hot wheels, books, bubbles, and the magic touch to win over the kids. ~Cyndy
This is when my fun begins.
After carefully reviewing the many images from your session, I select and edit the very best moments.
Within about 5 days you'll receive a few sneak peeks in your online gallery.
Your full gallery will be ready in about 45 days, thoughtfully edited and curated.
Each hour-long session typically includes:
~30 to 40 images
~a cinematic slideshow set to music
~an easy-to-navigate-online gallery
From there you can download high resolution images or order prints directly from the gallery.
Because the moment we captured deserve to live beyone the screen.
After!
View a full session gallery.
CStrong photography took pictures of my family which included a 3 year old and a 9 month old. The results are the most precious photos of those 2 boys! Carolyn was patient and creative and managed to get the boys engaged and participating. At one point, our 3 year old was holding her hand as we explored the Botanic gardens for our next backdrop! She had hot wheels, bubbles, books and the magic touch to win over the kids. I strongly recommend CStrong photography.
- Cyndy G
The most precious photos
