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Authentic Outdoor Family Sessions Berlin

My outdoor sessions typically take place one hour before sunset, which provides that gorgeous light you often see in my images.

Sunset tends to get late for some families in the summer. Please plan to have your child nap later in the day, and prepare the kids for a fun experience. It will be worth it, I promise you!

As a mama of two children, I know how hard it is to get out the door on time, but your session is scheduled according to the light so please plan to arrive on time or a little early.

Lastly, we are often shooting in parks or fields that may contain bugs, please apply or bring bug spray for your family. 

For in-home sessions, we usually start around 10 am but we decide together on what would be the perfect time for both of us.

I would like to capture your normal daily activities with your family such as preparing your breakfast together, reading books, or making puzzles. I am not expecting to walk into a perfectly clean home, but I recommend tidying up a bit in your living room, kitchen if you plan to cook and eat in and your bedside table in your bedroom.

Remember it does not have to be perfect! I will also move things if I need to on the day of your session. I will choose shooting locations based on the natural light in that room during our session.

If there are any special activities you want to capture, bath time or dancing in the kitchen, let me know before the session.

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Natural, authentic and timeless memories captured at your outdoor family session in Berlin.

I love creating relaxed and natural pictures at your family sessions. In Berlin whether it’s at your favorite park, a beautiful city corner with graffiti walls, or an open field, I am here to capture timeless moments that showcase your family’s unique and authentic story.

During our family session, I aim to capture the essence of your little (or big) family, the emotions, and the connections within your family. My mission is to help you preserve those beautiful memories for generations to come.

These sessions are taken in your home or outdoors in the most natural way, relaxed, with not much posing or fake smiles, just lots of playing, running, cuddling, and having fun with your loved ones.

I have a few tricks up my sleeve to help the little ones warm up and evoke laughter, cuddles, and special moments that make for those unforgettable memories.

My hope is that you’ll not only walk away with full hearts (yes, that means the dads too) but also with beautiful images that tell the story of your family for genarations to come.

BASIC FAMILY
· 210€ ·

· 10 edited digital downloads

· 10 matching Premium Paper Printouts in size 13x18

ESSENTIAL FAMILY
· 250€ ·

· 15 edited digital downloads

· 15 matching Premium Paper Printouts in size 13x18

PREMIUM FAMILY
· 350€ ·

· Download all edited pictures within your gallery

· 20 high-quality printouts within your gallery in 13x18 size

· 3 matted pictures of your choice in a Triplex

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What to wear for your session?

Styling and getting ready for your photo session is a huge element of bringing together a shoot that is cohesive and in line with my work you can see online, but the most important thing is that your wardrobe should always be comfortable and reflect who you are.

Here are a few things I recommend trying to prep for the shooting day.

I always recommend neutral or white dresses for any sessions you book with me.

They look amazing and timeless in pictures, but your main priority should be to feel comfortable and beautiful in whatever you decide to wear

  • One or two dresses in any earth color tones and neutral or white color bra and underwear sets

  • For maternity sessions cropped tops or sports bras with normal jeans and an oversized white button-down shirt (that you can borrow from your partner) are great for showing off your belly if we take photos in your home.

  • Partner outfit recommendations: Kakis and plain color or white button-down shirts are my absolute favorite. Blue jeans and plain color basic T-shirts look good in photographs.

I am happy to consult you directly on wardrobe and will be happy to advise if you want to text me some pictures of outfits you are thinking about wearing.

P.S. I have a client wardrobe free for you to use, with a few beautiful dresses I handpicked to take a load off busy mom's shoulders.

Please let me know if that's something you would like to check out.

How long is a family session?

Usually, a session lasts 1.5 hours up to 2 hours, especially when it's fun!

We can shoot a family session at home anytime if there's daylight.

For the outdoor sessions, I prefer pictures taken during the golden hour, around 2 hours before sunset.

Location?

As soon as it gets warmer outside you have the choice between outdoors or at your home. We are so lucky to have so many beautiful locations in Berlin.

One of the many beautiful parks, lakes, or any other places that brings you joy. I am based in Friedrichshain, and I travel up to a 1-hour drive, which is included in the base session fee.

What to Expect During Your Session?

Our sessions are designed to be fun and stress-free. I guide you with prompts to help everyone feel comfortable and relaxed, but most of our poses are going to be shot just by you interacting with your little family.

I am getting silly and goofy with your kids, depending on their age I will prepare games to play, blankets to make swings out of and bubbles to chase.

I will allow them to touch my camera and act as my little assistants to get them cooperate and feel safe in our session.

Your overall experience is my main priority.

How to better prepare for your session?

Your experience with me as your photographer is not something I take lightly.

I want to make this a perfect day for you!

Styling and getting ready for your photo session is a huge element of bringing together a shoot that is cohesive and in line with my work that you can see online.

Here are some tips I give to my clients to make sure you will feel amazing and ready for your photo session.

  • If it's in your budget, and something you enjoy, get your hair done, add new highlights, and retouch your roots if you need to. Have your hair either straightened or curled/waved depending on your style.

  • Make-up: on the day of your shooting do your makeup a tiny bit bolder than you usually do but avoid anything that can make your face look too shiny. Makeup will help accentuate your beautiful skin, and it gives you a boost of confidence.

  • Don't forget to hydrate! Drink plenty of water for at least the last two days before your shooting and I promise you, your skin will be glowing.

What is included in your session?

All my sessions include:

  • Discovery calls to get to know each other or personal meetup when session booked 8 weeks before shooting

  • 2-3 hour photo shooting session, I always let the littlest member decide how long they need

  • Siblings and all immediate family members are included

  • Access to my client’s wardrobe for you and your baby and styling guidance at any point

  • Online gallery of at least 50-70 digital images to choose from

  • My transportation within Berlin

  • My friendship forever :)

If I have not answered all your questions…

If I have not answered all the questions that might be in your mind, please do not hesitate to contact me to ask.

Photography isn't just a profession for me, it's a passion. I pour my heart and soul into every shoot, striving to capture the essence of your family's love and connection with authenticity and sincerity.

Whether you’d prefer an in-home photoshoot, or if you’d like to have a shoot in the beautiful parks of Berlin, we will have fun.

I can’t wait to personally meet you,

Love, Melinda

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Ready to capture unforgettable family moments?

Contact Golden Gems Photography today to schedule your outdoor family photo session in Berlin.

Let’s create memories you’ll treasure forever.

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A family of four sitting on a grassy field with trees in the background, smiling and enjoying a sunny day.
A man lifting a young girl in the air with a woman watching and smiling outdoors in a grassy park.
Group of seven people, including children and adults, sitting on a striped rug in front of a brick wall covered with green ivy, with a dog among them.
A family enjoys a picnic outdoors in a grassy field with trees in the background, holding a blanket or sheet above them.
A family playing catch outdoors on a sunny day, with an adult couple in the background and two children running toward them in the foreground.
A smiling baby with a woman who is close to the baby. The woman is gently touching the baby's chin. The baby is wearing a beige, button-up outfit, and the woman has long, reddish-brown hair.
A woman with glasses smiling as two children kiss her on the cheeks, all wearing white clothing amid green foliage.
Two young girls lying in tall grass, looking at each other and smiling. One has long brown hair, a denim jacket, and a beige bow in her hair. The other has reddish hair, a pink shirt, and a white bow in her hair.
A family of three, a man, a woman, and a young boy, sitting outdoors in a green grassy area during daytime, enjoying quality time together.
A family of five posing in a park during autumn, stacked in human pyramid with a tree and a building in the background.
A family of three walking outdoors in a grassy area with trees in the background. The father and mother hold the toddler's hands, and all three are looking down at the ground.
A woman holding a young child with dark hair and brown eyes, looking directly at the camera. The woman has long dark hair, makeup with eyeliner, and is wearing a light-colored, sheer blouse.
A woman and a young boy are playing in a grassy outdoor area with trees, twirling in a playful dance. The woman is wearing a white, long-sleeved, floral dress and a floral headband, while the boy is dressed in a white shirt and gray pants. The scene
A family sitting outdoors in a park during autumn, with fallen leaves on the ground and large trees in the background. The family consists of a woman, a man, and a baby, all smiling at the camera.
A woman smiling and hugging a man, showing her engagement ring on her finger.
A family of three, a father, mother, and young child, happily holding hands and running on a grassy area near a pond in a park, with lush green trees in the background.
A young boy with red hair sticking out his tongue, wearing a wide-brimmed straw hat and a beige button-up shirt with vertical stripes, standing outdoors with children in the background.
A woman and girl in white lace dresses sharing an intimate moment outdoors, with the woman gently holding the girl's face and leaning in for a kiss, against a background of greenery.
A happy family of four outdoors, with a father kissing his partner on the cheek, children hugging their mother, all smiling and standing in a grassy field with trees in the background.
A happy family of three, including a man, a woman, and a baby girl with a pink bow headband, outdoors with a blurred background of trees and a fence.
A woman with glasses and long hair smiling, carrying a young girl with brown hair with bangs on her back, both outdoors in front of modern glass buildings.
A woman holding a young boy outdoors, with a blurred natural background.
A family of three sitting on a picnic blanket in a grassy field with green trees in the background. The father and mother are talking to their young son, who is sitting between them.