Family portraits are one of the most meaningful investments you can make. The kids grow up fast. The moments pass. A great portrait session captures who your family is right now — and gives you something to hang on the wall for the next 20 years.

Here's what to expect when you book a family portrait session at Megastar Photography in Mountlake Terrace.

You don't need to match — you need to coordinate. The goal is a cohesive color palette, not identical outfits.

A simple approach: choose one anchor color (a navy, a warm burgundy, a sage green) and build everyone's outfits around it. Avoid busy patterns, logos, or text. Layers add visual interest — a cardigan, a denim jacket, a scarf.

Neutral tones with one pop of color photograph beautifully. Earth tones (cream, tan, rust, olive) are timeless and work well in both studio and outdoor settings.

For studio sessions, timing is flexible — we shoot year-round. For outdoor sessions in the Seattle area, late spring (May–June) and early fall (September–October) offer the best light and weather.

For families with young children, schedule the session at a time when your kids are typically at their best — not during nap time, not right before dinner. A well-rested, recently-fed child is a much more cooperative subject.

We start with the full family group, then move to smaller groupings — parents together, kids together, individual portraits. This gives you a complete set of images that works for everything from holiday cards to wall art.

For younger kids, David uses a relaxed, play-based approach. We're not trying to get stiff, posed shots — we're capturing real moments. Laughter, connection, the way your youngest always reaches for your hand.

Sessions typically run 60–90 minutes, depending on the package.

Your edited images are delivered to a private online gallery within 7–10 business days. From there, you can download your files, share the gallery with family, and order prints directly.

All packages include a print release, so you can print your images anywhere — or order professional prints directly through Megastar Photography's print services.

Megastar Photography is located in Mountlake Terrace, just 15 minutes north of Seattle. We're convenient for families throughout Shoreline, Edmonds, Lynnwood, Kenmore, Bothell, and the broader north Seattle area — with easy parking and a welcoming studio space.

View our family portrait packages or book your session today.