Family Photography

with Lisa Poseley Photography in Minneapolis

Family Portrait Photography

At Lisa Poseley Photography, we specialize in creating elegant, timeless family photos that reflect your family's unique story. Whether you prefer an outdoor lifestyle session that captures the natural beauty of the Twin Cities or a sophisticated studio experience that highlights your family’s distinct style, each session is thoughtfully designed to meet your needs.

Black and white photo of a smiling woman lying on a blanket with a baby, while a man reclines nearby on grass.
A family of four walking along a grassy path next to a rustic red barn in a rural landscape with trees and tall plants under sunlight.
Child sitting on grass with purple flowers in the background.
A family of five posing on a beach, with the ocean in the background. A man is holding a child on his shoulders, next to a woman and two children standing in front. Everyone is barefoot.
Girl holding a seashell on a beach with a smiling face
Two smiling boys posing together, one hugging the other from behind, in a black and white portrait. The boy in the front is wearing a collared shirt and tie.
Two young children sitting on a grassy path surrounded by autumn foliage with a rustic house and trees in the background.
Two children lying on autumn leaves, one wearing glasses.
Two boys standing in a grassy field with tall trees in the background, wearing navy blue shirts and khaki pants.
A woman holding a young child in a grassy field, with trees in the background.
A family of four posing in a field with tall grass and trees, featuring two adults and two children smiling at the camera. The scene is illuminated by sunlight filtering through the trees.
Two boys playing in and around a large structure made of woven branches, set in a grassy park with trees in the background.
A woman and a child smiling outdoors in a garden with flowers and autumn foliage in the background.
Family walking in grassy field with red barn and sunlit sky
Family sitting on rocks near a waterfall in a garden
Two young children sitting on a grassy path in a natural, rural setting with trees and a barn in the background, during autumn.
Woman and child outdoors smiling in a garden
Two children sitting together on a grassy path in a countryside setting with trees and a barn in the background.
Two young children sitting on a grassy path surrounded by autumn foliage.

Sarah J.

“Lisa’s outdoor family sessions are simply magical. She captured our family perfectly, and the album we created from the session is something we’ll treasure forever. The kids had so much fun, and the whole experience was stress-free and enjoyable. Lisa has a true gift for making everyone feel comfortable and bringing out the best in each of us.”

Studio sessions and outdoor lifestyle sessions

Our outdoor lifestyle family photo sessions are more than just a photoshoot—they’re an experience that your family will remember fondly for years.

The Experience

Outdoor family photo sessions are held at some of the most beautiful locations in the Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs, offering a variety of stunning backdrops. The sessions are fun and relaxed, allowing children to run around and enjoy the natural surroundings, often resulting in genuine smiles and joyful expressions. The 90-minute session may sound lengthy, but it goes by quickly as everyone gets into the flow of the experience. Even the most camera-shy children end up having a great time!

Creating Heirloom Albums

Many clients choose to create a custom heirloom album from their outdoor lifestyle sessions. These albums are carefully curated to tell your family's story, capturing the love, laughter, and unique dynamics that make your family special. Due to the detailed planning and effort that goes into these sessions, availability is limited, so booking in advance is highly recommended. While it is highly recommended, it is not required to purchase printed items from your session—we do offer digital-only sessions!

Signature Close-Up Child Portraits

One of the highlights of my outdoor and studio sessions is my signature close-up child portraits. These stunning and emotive portraits capture each child's personality and are cherished by my family session clients.

What to Expect

Every family photography session with Lisa Poseley Photography is designed to be enjoyable and stress-free. Here’s what you can expect:

  • We’ll select the perfect location and finalize session details. I have many preferred locations, or we can discuss a custom location for your family, at your home, or another desired location. You’ll receive a session prep guide with tips on what to wear and how to prepare.

  • After booking, you’ll receive a session prep guide, and I’m always available for a consultation to discuss wardrobe options and any other specifics.

  • On the day of the session, we’ll focus on capturing a variety of images—group shots, individual portraits, and candid moments. Outdoor sessions allow kids to move freely and enjoy the process, while studio sessions provide a more controlled environment for creating timeless portraits.

  • After the session, you’ll receive a private online gallery where you can select and purchase images from your session. I’m happy to meet in person or via Zoom to review your gallery together, select images, and help with any wall art, album, and other artwork.

  • If you are planning wall art for your home, I offer the complimentary service of mocking up the artwork on images of your home to scale.

Extended Family Sessions

We offer a very limited number of extended family sessions. Please contact the studio for availability.

Every great photo session starts with a conversation.

Please contact me through the link below, by email at hello@lisaposeley.com, or by call/text at (612) 208-3075. I look forward to hearing from you and helping you create something truly special.

What to Expect

Every session is unique, but my goal is always the same: to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and stress-free from beginning to end. You'll receive clear communication, thoughtful guidance, and timely responses throughout. All details—including pricing—are shared upfront, so you can book with confidence.

  • We’ll start with a quick phone or Zoom call so I can learn more about your goals and vision for the session. I’ll walk you through how everything works, answer any questions, and go over pricing and artwork options. There's no pressure—just a relaxed conversation to see if we're a good fit.

  • Once you're ready to move forward, you’ll pay a retainer to secure your session date. I’ll guide you through the next steps and make sure everything is clearly laid out, so you can feel confident and excited for what’s ahead.

  • You’ll receive a session prep guide that covers everything—from what to wear and what to bring, to what to expect on the day of your session. You’ll also receive a detailed product and pricing guide so you can begin planning (and dreaming!) about how you’ll display your beautiful images.

  • Whether in my Minneapolis photo studio or on location, your session is designed to be relaxed and stress-free. I’ll guide you every step of the way so you never have to wonder what to do. We'll create a variety of images—from classic portraits to more natural moments—so you have a rich gallery to choose from.

  • After your session, you’ll receive a link to schedule your Zoom gallery review, which will take place 7–14 days after your session.

    During the gallery review, I’ll walk you through your images and help you select your favorite ones. We’ll also review product and package options for your final purchase and show mockups of albums, wall art, and other keepsakes.

  • Once you purchase your selections, I’ll deliver your images through a private online gallery. From there, you’ll be able to download your files and enjoy long-term access.

    Any products you’ve selected will be created and ordered at this time—delivery timelines vary depending on the item.

Client Testimonials

  • infant baby boy professional photo blue backdrop white pillow

    "Lisa is hands down a miracle worker when it comes to working with newborns and children! She welcomed us into her studio, made us feel so incredibly comfortable and immediately like family. She truly wants to capture your personal style and special moments perfectly! Lisa's quality of work speaks for itself and her product far exceeds expectations. Our newborn and 1 year old sessions were perfect! We shopped and shopped for a new born photographer and she was the perfect fit for our family. Will be using her talent over and over in the future!"

    Kendra Jo

  • baby boy on tummy blue backdrop white pillow professional newborn photo

    “Lisa was the perfect photographer to choose for newborn photos of our son. As first time parents, she made us feel at ease immediately. We could tell right away she was a mother herself and found ourselves soaking up all the advice we could while watching her take beautiful photos we will cherish for a lifetime. The photos are absolutely gorgeous, and the experience was better than we could have hoped for. We will definitely be going to her for future photos of our family."

    Ben S.

  • Baby sitting on brown background with wooden block

    "My family had an awesome experience during our one year old photo session with Lisa. She demonstrated patience, professionalism, kindness and the utmost care for us. When my daughter was crying almost through out her photoshoot and my 3 year old was running all over the place, I was ompletely overwhelmed and worried that we may have much time to take more photos. She offered to have us come over the next to complete it and to me, that was impressive and yes all the pictures came out so beautifully. I would 1000 percent recommend her and you will definately have a great experience. Thank you Lisa!!!"

    Ofonime

  • Pregnant woman wearing a crown and lace robe, holding her belly, against a dark background.

    "I had an amazing experience with Lisa from my maternity to new born sessions. She is very flexible and understanding and patient. The quality of her work speaks for it self because this is her passion. I highly recommend her to help you create lasting memories"

    Daisy