When we asked big sister how she makes her brother smile, she demonstrated. Enthusiastically.
This is exactly why I allow space for real interaction during sibling portraits. The small armchair and warm neutral backdrop create a clean, cohesive look, but the magic is in the moment. Her full-body laughter, his slightly skeptical expression, and those tiny hands on his cheeks tell the whole story. It is playful, unscripted, and completely authentic.
Photographing young siblings at school requires efficiency and flexibility. I guide the setup, then let their personalities take over. The result is a gallery filled with genuine expressions rather than stiff, overly posed smiles.
All preschool sessions are photographed on location at the schools throughout Chester County, the Main Line, and the greater Philadelphia area. Families receive multiple strong images to choose from, and retouching is always included.
