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Capturing a loving moment when holding your children makes for a wonderfully sweet family picture idea. Photo Credit: Amy Benoit

Capture your family at their favorite place, just hanging out in the den, for a natural sense of your happy lives together. Source: Ants Magazine Photo Credit: Bethany Dawn

Turn your family photo into a fun activity, like decorating the shed. Photo Credit: Amanda Eskridge Photography

For each photo, try to focus on one individual. This makes for a great collection of the whole family when you put your album together. Photo Credit: Shutterfly

Capture the sweet moments by focusing on your child, not the camera. Photo Credit: Amanda Eskridge Photography

Keep everyone comfortable with casual jeans and poses the bring out the best in your family. Photo Credit: Images of Grace Photography

Seeing an outdoor activity your family does together is a wonderful way for a photo to show family unity. Photo Credit: Blue Lily Photography

Encourage the playful side of your little one for a fun photo shoot. Photo Credit: Angie Wilson Photography

Don't be hestitant to get dirty on your photo shoot. Play in the grass and have fun! Photo Credit: Elise Meader Photography

Play a simple game like ring around the rosie to distract camera shy kids. Photo Credit: Krissy Millar Photography

Wear outfits in the same color family, like light blues and neutrals, for a cohesive feel. Photo Credit: Elise Meader Photography

Don't worry about everyone facing the camera. Relax and capture a candid moment. Photo Credit: Allison Corrin Photography

Create a quiet and calm atomosphere for photo shoots involving newborns. Photo Credit: Elise Meader Photography

For a feeling of happily ever after, capture story time in your family photo. Photo Credit: Simply B Photos

Let the kids gather and create their own poses moments. Photo Credit: Elise Meader Photography

Celebrate the girls in your family with an all ladies photo. Photo Credit: Elise Meader Photography

Go outside and explore your backyard for some unexpected scenic shots. Photo Credit: Jack.e Photography

Let your little ones bring their favorite toys for a relaxed and unique family photo. Photo Credit: Jack.e Photography

Have a picnic so a photo shoto feels less like a chore and more fun. Photo Credit: Everyday Studios

Soft illumination of white linens and matching white outfits give this family photo a loving glow. Photo Credit: Rebecca Joy Studios

Don't worry about capturing a perfect candid—the moments will come naturally! Photo Credit: Everyday Studios

Bring little props like a pinwheel so your kids can play in between shots. Photo Credit: Everyday Studios

If you let your kids be themselves, special moments are sure to happen. Photo Credit: K Dimoff Photography

For camera shy kids, have your photo shoot at home with a familiar activity. Photo Credit: Kristin Rogers Photography

Take a posed photos for starters, but mix it up with fun moments. Photo Credit: Lindsey Sparks Photography

Make the photo shoot a special occaision where you can bend the rules—like jumping on the bed! Photo Credit: Kristin Rogers Photography

Don't overcomplocate the day. A simple game or activity can bring out the best. Photo Credit: Kristin Rogers Photography

Capture sweet moments between brother and sister but playing a game of telephone. Photo Credit: Lindsey Sparks Photography

A black and white photo will forever be a classic to display in your home. Photo Credit: Kristin Rogers Photography

If you have an active toddler, let them get all their wiggles out during the shoot for truly unique moments. Photo Credit: Kristin Rogers Photography

Ask your kids their favorite part of having a sibling for some truly special moments. Photo Credit: WildWhim Design + Photography

Let Mom and Dad enjoy a kiss while the kids strike a fun pose below. Photo by: Jean Johnson Productions

Photograph your kids in a laidback moment, like in the middle of a funny joke. Photo by: Emily O'Brien Photography

Get your little once moving around—you'll never know what sweet poses they'll come up with. Photo by: Alejandro Photography

Capture the world through your little one's eyes by making the photo shoot part playtime. Photo by: Kate L Photography

Let your kids play during the photo shoot to capture some extra funny smailes. Photo by: Caroline Colvin Photography

Showcase the endearing sides of your children by encouraging them to try fun poses. Photo by: Aaron Taylor Photography

Do a fun seasonal photo with fall leaves as your prop. Photo by: Letters to Dutch

Take your photos shortly before sunset for a breathtaking backdrop. Photo by: Life Sessions

Don't worry about striking the perfect pose. Instead, relax and smile for the perfect photo. Photo by: Little Leapling Photography

Set up a simple backdrop in your home, like this DIY teepee, for a fun prop in your family photo. Photo by: A Lifetime of Rain

Posed pictures don't have to be boring -- be yourselves in the studio and magical things can happen in your family photo. Photo by: Stevenson Photo

Sweet moments always make a perfect family photo idea. With a simple shabby chic chair on a plain background, you can highlight the moments you love best. Photo by: Nina Cecilia

Shave and a haircut! For a creative family photo idea leave the studio behind and march your matching outfits to a fun venue like a doo-wop barbershop! Photo by: Dave Brosha Via: HongKiat

Featuring the harvest is a great idea for an outdoor fall family photo. Photo by: Stacey Potter Photography Via: Inspire Me Baby

For adorable Christmas family photo ideas, try juxtaposing cozy indoor cuteness in an outdoor holiday setting. Photo by: Chubby Cheek Photography

A sweet simply moment, like admiring the changing leaf colors, makes a wonderful fall family photo idea. Photo by: Tommie Milacci Via: Pop Sugar

Stop, drop, and shoot! A truly comforting family photo idea is to take a picture of you all relaxing on the floor of the family room. Photo by: Ali Middleton Photo Via: 100 Layercakelet

Let the camera capture a precious family moment and don't worry about posing. You'll show everyone how adorable life can be. Photo by: Sara Garcia Photo Art

Togetherness is everything. For a fun family photo idea catch your kin lying down head to head on a festive blanket or quilt. Photo by: Sara Garcia Photo Art

Highlight family play time with your little ones in the foreground as you retreat into the back. Try this on your bed to give a casual air to your family photo. Photo by: Photography by Alison

Dog pile... with the dog! Take a playful moment and make it last forever with this great family photo idea. Photo by: Brooke Richardson Photography

A cuddle party on the couch makes for spectacular family photo fun! Photo by: Claire Bunn Photography

Antics at bedtime? Casual glimpses into your fun-loving family make for fun family photo ideas. Photo by: Kristen Duke Photography

When looking for ideas for family pictures, posing can be passe. Instead capture your family in a fun moment, like a tickle party! Photo by: Pinkle Toes Photography

Let there be lights! Get illuminated with this clever Christmas family photo idea of wrapping the family like a Christmas tree. Photo by: Wendy Vonsosen Photography Via: IVillage

Can you spot all of the family members hidden in the trees? Photo by: Wishful Thinking Photography Via: Craftionary

Bring it all in! A group hug is a terrific idea for family pictures -- and don't forget to include your four-legged friends. Photo by: Allison Tyler Jones

For a flip on a family photo, snap a shot of your little one playing upside down! Photo by: Momma's Gonna Snap Via: Pop Sugar

If your family picture ideas are all sunshine, the rain doesn't have to give you the blues -- everyone caught in a sunshower in their Sunday best makes a great photo! Photo by: Blue Lily Photography

Spelling out your love by having everyone hold up letters to spell a word like "Family" (or perhaps your last name) is a terrific idea for family photo. Photo by: Marianne Wiest Photography Via: HongKiat

Family love is evergreen! A Christmas tree farm can be the perfect idea for your Christmas family photo. Photo by: Sheets Photography

For a festive fall photo idea, get cozy on the couch in complementary colors like burgundy and gold. Photo by: Moirae Creatives

Simple metal stools and pedestals against a white background allow a photo to highlight the best features of your fine family. Photo by: Allison Tyler Jones

Family photo ideas don't have to stay formal. Capture your casual life and take a photo that looks like it comes from a lazy Sunday morning resting in bed. Photo by: Christie Hobson

Don't be shy! Holding each other close is a cute way to show your family pride in a holiday photo. Photo by: Laurie Sachs Photography

Collect your kin on a comfortable rug and let your smiles do the talking in front of a simple white background. Photo by: Nina Cecilia Creative Spark

Matching black outfits on a black background can really make the fun faces of your family look fantastic. Photo by: Linnea Lenkus Portrait Studios

No need to overdress for portraits, let your casual looks give your family photos an air of welcoming. Photo by: Photography by Alison Via: Ants Magazine

This fall scenery is the perfect setting for a smiling family photo. Photo by: Marianne Wiest Photography

Family picture ideas that place your family in the embrace of a natural setting, like a grassy meadow, are always wonderful. Photo by: Christie Hobson Via: Ants Magazine

A clever angle on family photos -- skew the camera so stairs look straight as your family sits side by side. Photo by: Richard Bell Photography

Many classic Christmas family photo ideas include dressing in your holiday best and retreating to a lovely spot outdoors. Photo by: Carlin Fisher Photography Via: Pop Sugar

Cast the family under Christmas lights for an unforgettable Christmas photo idea. Photo by: Dimery Photography

Some great Christmas family photo ideas include a blanket of lightly fallen snow. Photo by: April O'Hare Photography Via: Craftionary

Let it Snow! Picturing your family framed by soft downy flakes in a mountainous outdoor vista is a perfect Christmas photo idea. Photo by: Rebekah Westover Photography Via: Craftionary

White frocks on a white background are a wonderful way to make your family the real focus of your photo. Photo by: Linnea Lenkus Portrait Studios

For a terrific family photo idea take a portrait in a landscape. Bringing a festive picture frame outside makes your kids into masterpieces. Photo by: Tonya Beaver Photography

Sometimes great family picture ideas are no further than your own backyard. Photo by: Christie Hobson

Frame the favorite faces in your photos with this cute idea from a kid's eye view. Photo by: Millie Holloman Photography

Blaze your own trail and take to the woods for a wonderful fall family photo idea. Photo by: Lisa McNiel for Lisa Marie Photography

Pose outside the family home for a fantastic fall photo idea. Photo by: Portraits Couture

Made you look! This Christmas photo packs a punch with a festive streamer background and bows as headgear! Photo by: Melissa Jill Via: Tiny Prints

Don't shoot your eye out when you take a creative family Christmas photo, posed as characters from the classic film "A Christmas Story"! Photo by: Liz Bianca Photography Via: Lolly Jane

Oh Tanenbaum! Picking out the perfect Christmas Tree makes for amazing family Christmas photo idea. Photo by: Alissa Saylor Photography Via: Stockroom Vintage

Frame the holiday moments by using a picture frame to highlight your beautiful family in a lovely outdoor setting. Photo by: Dear Ellison Photography Via: Tiny Prints

A classic Christmas family photo idea is to capture your family savoring a snowy pass on an old bridge. Photo by: Vanessa Kay Photography Via: Craftionary

Matching white clothing creates an angelic way to pose as a new family. Photo by: B Couture Photography

Classic matching white tops and jeans and the iconic totem pole pose make for a perfect family photo idea. Photo by: Daniel Wenzel Photography

A dark and textured background can really bring out the features of your family. Especially when you all wear white outfits! Photo by: Laura Rauch Photography Via: Ants Magazine

A plain pale background and soft wardrobe colors can make your family's faces pop. Photo by: Pinkle Toes Photography

An old stable makes a beautiful setting for featuring your favorite family members. Photo by: Momma's Gonna Snap Via: Pop Sugar

Funny matching formal wear in a whimsical parlor is a perfect family photo idea. For added bravado, give everyone bow ties! Photo by: Sazhenuik Photography Via: Buzzfeed

A meaningful family photo idea is to capture generations standing together. Photo by: Me Ra Koh

Come and knock on our door! Using your front stoop to say hello is a wonderful family photo idea. Photo by: Shanna Michelle Photography Via: Ants Magazine

Catch the beauty of the leaves changing in the background for a fantastic fall family photo idea. Photo by: Stacey Potter Photography Via: Inspire Me Baby

A kiss captured in a spring meadow makes a sumptuous family photo idea. Photo by: Kimberly Kinder Photography

Show that yours is a family that bridges gaps -- posing on an old bridge makes for a wonderful fall family photo idea. Photo by: Lisa McNiel for Lisa Marie Photography

One lovely family photo idea is to lift a little one on your shoulders while enjoying the wonders of nature. Photo by: Elizabeth Birdsong Photography

Wish you were here! Catching your family on an ocean vacation with the surf crashing behind you shows you all at your happiest! Photo by: Lafortune Photography

Just dressing nicely, setting up outside, and starting the smiles coming can be a terrific idea for simple family photos. Photo by: Lafortune Photography

A beautiful outdoor scene and a secret smile caught on camera make this family photo a winner. Photo by: Photo McKenzie Via: Ants Magazine

When taking photos outdoors, use bright colored clothes to really bring out the sunshine! Photo by: Lindsay Wright Photography

Bring everyone down to the lakeside for a perfect shot. This family uses a teal clothing theme -- even in the dog! Photo by: Jessica Gwozdz Photography

Have some fun with the kids as they prance through the woods. Photo by: Shutterfly

Get the siblings to pose together in a scenic, outdoor shot. Photo by: Shutterfly

Silhouettes dance as the beautiful twilight sky illuminates them from behind. Photo by: Shutterfly

Everyone has kisses for their mamma. Why not catch them in action for your family photos? Photo by: Shutterfly

Nothing captures the essence of Mom's happiness like being surrounded by her beautiful children. Photo by: Shutterfly

Not all family photos need to be traditional. Jump, dance, go wild! Photo by: Shutterfly

Nothing goes together better than love and babies. Photo by: Shutterfly

Don't forget to bring your dog into the mix when you are coming up with your family photo ideas. Photo by: Shutterfly

Cutting down the Christmas tree? Bring along a photographer to freeze that perfect moment in time. Photo by: Shutterfly

You really love your couch, but you want to take your family photo outdoors? Set up the living room outside! Photo by: Shutterfly

Although they might have some mischief up their sleeves, these two kiddos know how to pose for a family photo. Photo by: Shutterfly

Capture some real sister and brother love with an impromptu kiss. Photo by: Shutterfly

Celebrate the holidays with some old fashioned snow blowing. Just make sure you clean off the camera lens after! Photo by: Shutterfly

Get your little one smiling by swinging her through the air. There's nothing like the look of joy on a baby's face. Photo by: Shutterfly

Travel to your favorite scenic ocean view and snap your photo there. Photo by: Shutterfly

Closeups are great family photo ideas when you are highlighting a smaller family or couple. Photo by: Shutterfly

Beach day or photo opportunity? Why not combine them for a fantastic photo idea. Photo by: Shutterfly

Make sure your photographer captures the silly along with the serious. Photo by: Shutterfly

Look close enough and you'll realize that these two smiling sisters have on matching outfits. Photo by: Shutterfly

Photograph your kids in a laidback moment, like in the middle of a funny joke. Photo by: Emily O’Brien Photography

Doing your own family photo is as easy as finding a scenic backdrop. Photo by: Pretty Real