It was a pleasure to photograph The F Family on a beautiful June afternoon on Father’s Day weekend. I had photographed their individual families for years, but had never photographed the entire extended family together. What a special occasion for them all, especially Pap and Grandma.

As someone who enjoys both art and history, I can’t help but think about where these portraits may end up in the future. Some day they may very well be in the hands of a person who is yet to exist - looking back at their family tree. Extended Family portraits are so important. They are freezing time and preserving memories for not only the people in the portraits, but those future generations, as well.

Thank you for entrusting me with your future memories. You’re such a beautiful family!

It was such a pleasure to capture images of the love this extended family has for one another. After 15 years of living states apart, they are now all back in Pittsburgh, and so thrilled to watch the grandkids grow up together.

It drizzled on and off all day, but after rearranging our plans, we met at the North Park boathouse for a beautiful session celebrating togetherness.

The woman at the centerpiece of their family - their sweet Grammy - was so happy to have these beautiful grands all together.

Getting family photographs is so important, not only to capture the here and now, but also to preserve memories for the future. I hope these images always remind them of their mother-daughter bond, and bring joy for generations to come.