HI, I’M ALISSA CORDOBA—PHOTOGRAPHER, STORYTELLER, AND LOVER OF THE EVERYDAY MOMENTS.
Since 2012, I’ve photographed thousands of incredible families and businesses across Austin and beyond. Whether I’m documenting snuggly newborns at home, capturing candid family chaos, or helping brands visually tell their story, my goal is always the same: to reflect the beauty, personality, and connection that already exists in your life or work.
Family Photography Sessions in Austin: How to Make the Most of Your Time Together
Why the Best Family Photography Sessions Don’t Look Perfect
I’m going to let you in on a little secret: the best family photography sessions in Austin aren’t the ones where everyone is perfectly posed or dressed in matching outfits. They’re the ones where your family shows up as themselves—real, relaxed, and connected. If you’re searching for the best family photographer in Austin, my goal is to help you capture more than just a pretty picture. I want your images to feel like you.
Low-Pressure Tips to Prep Your Family
Before your session, give your kids a heads-up—but keep it chill. Tell them we’re meeting a friend with a camera (because we kind of are!). No need for stiff pep talks or bribery charts. When the vibe is easygoing from the start, it sets the tone for a great experience.
What to Wear (Hint: Comfort Over Trends)
You don’t need a full closet overhaul to look good on camera. Instead of matching outfits, go for coordinated colors that reflect your style. Choose clothing that feels good to move in, because we’ll be playing, cuddling, and maybe even chasing toddlers through a field. If you look through the family gallery on my website, you’ll see that there’s a lot of movement! I love capturing your family connecting while engaging together. That could be walking together, tossing a toddler in the air, a good old fashioned tickle war or simply hugging it out. So keep that in mind when choosing what to wear. Stiff clothes or tight dresses may not be a good choice!
Think of It as a Family Adventure
The best family photography sessions in Austin feel more like playdates. Want to bake cookies together? Splash in a creek? Set up a cozy picnic? I’m in. Hands-on activities keep everyone engaged and create space for genuine moments—plus, it makes the whole thing way more fun. If you’re leaning towards doing an indoor family session and want to know how to prepare for that, check out this recent blog post of a fun family session where we documented a family just doing their thing. Whether we’re inside or outside, I’m here for it!
Let Go and Lean In
Your toddler doesn’t need to sit still, so we’re not going to force them to. Your teen doesn’t need to fake a smile. When you let go of what the session should look like and lean into your own version of family connection, that’s when the magic happens. That’s when we create the kind of gallery that actually means something.
LET’S CREATE SOMETHING UNFORGETTABLE!
Alissa is an award-winning brand, maternity, newborn and family photographer + documentary filmmaker in Austin, Texas. She serves the Austin and surrounding areas.
If you are interested in a maternity, newborn or family session with Alissa Cordoba Photography you can find all of the details here and full pricing information here. You can contact Alissa here or email her directly at alissa@alissacordoba.com
