Inside: 53 Ideas for Family Photos with Teens
So, get serious for a minute… Organizing a family photo shoot isn’t always a picnic. When my children were younger, taking family photos always resulted in heated debates over what to wear, tears (on everyone’s part), a lot of pleading and bribery to get the desired number of smiles, and a squished nose or two.
However, as my children have gotten older, we have found that taking family photos can be a lot of fun. Having fun and not having to bribe each other too often is a major part of our dynamic. still a little bit, though.
When it comes to organizing family portraits with teenagers, I’ve found that finding a comfortable pose is the biggest obstacle. A professional photographer will likely point you in the right direction, but I like to come up with a game plan ahead of time to make the most of our time together.
Take your photos in style with these adorable, timeless, and down-to-earth poses. Get the family photos you’ve always wanted by trying out some of our tried-and-true suggestions for poses that include the teen’s siblings and you.
Best Locations for Family Photos
Some of our favorite spots for taking family photos with teenagers are listed below.
Open Landscape
The first place we’re going to take pictures is in a wide-open field. Photographers tend to favor situations with plenty of depth and scenery like this one.
By selecting an expansive field, you can show how much you appreciate the beautiful surroundings. In addition, the vastness of the area can be the perfect setting for shedding rigidity and embracing adaptability.
The picture can be taken either while standing still in the field or while strolling through the flowers with your fingers running among them. You could also just lay down on the grass to create a beautiful photo backdrop.
Unique Buildings
You can also take great pictures in front of a building with a breathtaking view.
It is not uncommon for significant pieces of historic buildings and monuments to be found in museums and other historical sites. Incorporating just the perfect amount of history into your photographs is easy at these landmarks.
You can make new memories in a variety of old buildings, such as barns, industrial hotels, old theaters, industrial parks, and even retro dinners.
Greenhouses, Nurseries, or Botanical Gardens
These locations are ideal for portrait sessions because of the flattering lighting and relaxed atmosphere.
Plants and flowers can function equally well as foreground or background elements. Photos made in this manner have the potential to be striking and original.
The lush and gorgeous greenery found in botanical gardens is perfect for any photoshoot because of the gardens’ meticulous maintenance. This may come at a cost, as admission to some botanical gardens may be charged, but we assure you that it will be money well spent.
In the City
Depending on where you call home, urban areas may offer a plethora of exciting photogenic settings. There are likely many alternatives available to you, both in large and small towns.
Most of the world is covered in colorful walls, and Instagram makes it easy to track them down by using location tags.
Many would prefer not to hang photographs on drab, old walls because they lack the necessary light to do the images justice. However, walls with color or texture reflect more light, illuminating you and your clothing.
Taking pictures from a rooftop is great because you can see more of the surrounding area. If you want to find the closest place with a rooftop, you can ask around, or you can try to get permission to use a well-known location. The fact that rooftops provide optimal lighting even in the middle of the night is yet another one of their many wonderful features. With the right perspective, any time of day—daylight, dusk, or night—can create stunning optical illusions.
One of the best and most timeless settings for photographs is a staircase. Staircases are ideal for photo shoots because they allow for a variety of natural seated, walking, standing, and leaning positions. As an added bonus, a staircase can add the perfect amount of texture and tone to your photo, making it stand out from the crowd.
Other great spots in the city include:
- Bus Stations
- Coffee Shops
- Themed Bars
- Train tracks
- Playgrounds
- Book Stores
- Parking Garages
Beaches, Lakes, Bridges, and other Ocean Areas
If you’re a nature lover, Florida has plenty of  springs, islands, shorelines, and bodies of water for you to enjoy.
Background-wise, anywhere near mangroves, bridges, or rock piers will do. Sunset and sunrise on the beach are two of nature’s most breathtaking spectacles. Again, a setting sun or sunrise photoshoot in an area with trees and white sand beaches is a great way to unwind and feel one with nature.
Photographs taken in scenic areas not only turn out better, but also allow the photographer more creative freedom by allowing them to deliberately blur the background.
Family Photos with Teens
5. Close Together with Arm Around One Another
8. In a Field
11. Causally Sitting
12. With Family Pet
Mother and Teenage Daughter Photoshoot Ideas
14. Flower Crowns
16. Daughters Giving Mom A Hug
20. Back to Back
21. Hugging Daughter & Laughing
22. Hands in Pockets
25. Mom Photo Idea
26. Simple Headshot
Mother and Teenage Son Photo Ideas
27. Son Laughing
28. Mom Hugging Son
29. Baseball Photo
32. Mother Son Pose
33. Side Hug
35. Moms Head on Sons Shoulder
36. Mother and Son
Teenage Sibling Photo Ideas
40. Classic Brother and Sister
41. Older and Younger Siblings
42. Tween Brothers
44. Older Siblings
45. Brothers Leaning
46. Sisters Laying Head to Head
47. Back to Back
48. Head on Shoulder
49. Arms Around Neck
50. Group Hug
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