Favorite time of the day for a lifestyle or love & family session, and why it matters

As a lifestyle photographer, light is one of my most important tools, even more than my camera. It shapes the mood, colors, and overall feeling of your photos. And when it comes to photographing families, couples, or lifestyle sessions, the time of day makes all the difference.

Here’s the moment I always look forward to…

Golden Hour! It is that magical window of time shortly after sunrise or just before sunset. The light is soft, warm, and gentle. It creates a golden glow that flatters skin tones, softens shadows, and brings a dreamy feeling to the entire image. No harsh highlights, no squinting eyes. Just calm, glowing light. The kind that feels like a memory.

Why it works for love & family sessions?

Love and family moments are full of emotion, intimacy, and movement. Whether you're walking barefoot on the beach or playing in a field with your kids - the softness of golden hour makes these moments shine. This time of day adds a romantic and nostalgic feel that simply can’t be recreated with artificial lighting. It helps us tell a story that’s warm, natural and real, just like you. And this is at the heart of my work: turning real, honest moments into images.

Can’t do golden hour? No stress.

If your session happens during the day, we can still create beautiful photos, we just choose the right location. Think of:

• Indoor sessions near a window with soft curtains

• Shady spots under trees or by walls that bounce light

• Cloudy days (yes, we love them) which act like one big softbox

So even if your session doesn’t happen at sunset, you’ll still get natural, beautiful images.

Whether it’s a morning cuddle with your newborn, a golden-hour couple shoot or even a lifestyle branding session that captures the heart of your business, the time of day matters. But it’s not just about beautiful light…It’s about how you feel in that moment. My job is to help you feel comfortable so real connections can happen. Whether that’s with your loved ones or with the story you want to tell professionally. The right light helps us do exactly that.

Ready to book your own golden-hour session, personal or professional? Let’s make some magic together!