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Two session lengths for families: 1 hour for up to 4 people is $125, and 2 hours for up to 6 people with studio lighting is $200. Travel is included within 30 to 40 miles, and edited photos arrive in a private online gallery. Compare packages.
Full edited gallery: 3 to 5 business days after your session. Ask about sneak peeks when booking. Image counts are the most included (“up to”); see Delivery in our terms.
Portrait photography in Connecticut
We keep family sessions simple and upbeat so everyone feels comfortable, including kids, grandparents, and anyone who needs a little time to warm up. That is how we capture genuine smiles and real connection instead of forced expressions.
From immediate-family sessions to larger gatherings, we build around your schedule, your energy, and the mix of portraits and candid moments that matters most to your family.
Celebrating your baby’s first year? Browse Cairo’s one-month portraits and Caiden’s six-month celebration, or read the story behind both sessions. There is also a newer set of baby portraits in blue stripes and cream.
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1 hour
$125
Up to 2 hours
$200
Each option includes a private online gallery. Image counts are the maximum included. Studio sessions are arranged separately; contact us to confirm availability and the studio rental fee.
Quick answer
Choose colors that work well together without matching exactly, and avoid anything that feels stiff, scratchy, or distracting once everyone starts moving around.
The best family sessions leave room for hugs, play, and genuine connection. If you are documenting a growing family too, a maternity session pairs naturally with future family portraits.
Session details
We help you think through timing, location, group size, and the kind of mix you want between classic portraits and more candid moments.
The flow stays flexible so children can warm up, move around, and still give you genuine expressions without pressure.
You get the frame-worthy group shots along with the hugs, laughs, and smaller in-between moments that make the gallery feel personal.
Your final images are delivered in a private gallery that is easy to download, print, and share with relatives.
Where we’ve photographed
Family and maternity sessions from Ant’s Photography’s own work. More is in the portrait and family portfolio.
West Hartford, CT
Lakeside lawns and autumn woods for a couple and their dog. Open sunrise to sunset, and drones aren’t allowed. Hours and rules
New Britain, CT
Blossoming trees and open lawns for a spring maternity session with the whole family. City park info
See more places to photograph on our West Hartford and New Britain pages, or ask about a family session.
The West Hartford Reservoir is run by the MDC and Stanley Park by the City of New Britain; Ant’s Photography is independent of both. Check current hours and rules before your session.
Client reviews
John C.
Anthony has an incredible talent for making everyone feel at ease, which really showed in our family portraits. The photos were natural, vibrant, and perfectly captured our family's personality. It was an enjoyable experience from start to finish, and the final product exceeded our expectations.
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Kaylanie P.
I gave Ant's photography 5 stars because he did so well for my prom photos. I loved how he took his creativity into different shots and angles, to make myself pop off more. The scenery was beautiful in the background and I didn't ever feel uncomfortable or self-conscious about how my photos came out. His personality is the funniest to get to know and has a humble presence anywhere you go.
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Melissa S.
The pictures came out beautiful. The price is the best price you will find especially for wedding pictures. But just because it is an extremely reasonable price does not mean you are getting shoddy photos. His work is better in my opinion then some I've seen for outrageous amounts. He captures real moments along with some staged pictures.
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Jenniffer Q.
From the moment we met, I knew Ant's Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding. Anthony captured every emotion, every little detail, and all the love in a way that still brings tears to my eyes. Looking at our photos feels like reliving the best day of our lives. The experience was seamless, fun, and truly magical. Thank you for giving us memories that will last forever!
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Michelle A.
Choosing Ant's Photography for our wedding was the best decision we made. Anthony and his team captured every moment with such detail and emotion. Looking at our photos, we relive our special day over and over again. They were professional, attentive, and truly went above and beyond to make our day unforgettable. Highly recommend!
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Ant's Photography client
Ant's Photography was exactly on time. When he showed up he sent a message and immediately knew when and where to take the pictures. He was extremely professional. He even got a couple of candids that I did not even know he had taken.
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Family FAQs
Short, honest answers for parents who want good photos without turning the day into a production.
Family sessions use our portrait packages. A 1-hour session for up to 4 people is $125 with up to 20 edited images, and a 2-hour session for up to 6 people with studio lighting brought to your location is $200 with up to 30 edited images. Travel is included within 30 to 40 miles, depending on the session.
Choose outfits that coordinate instead of matching exactly, and stick with colors that feel calm and comfortable. The best family photos usually come from clothes that let everyone move, play, and relax.
Keep the lead-up simple, make sure everyone is rested and fed, and frame the session as something easy instead of high-pressure. We keep the pace flexible so kids can warm up naturally.
Family sessions are usually planned to allow enough time for a mix of posed and candid images without pushing anyone past their attention span. We adjust the pace to the ages and energy of your group.
Full edited galleries are delivered in 3 to 5 business days after the session. Ask about sneak peeks when booking; their availability and timing are confirmed separately. Photographs arrive in a private online gallery for downloading and sharing.
Babies and family milestones
Baby portraits, six-month celebrations and family updates can each call for a different pace. Tell us your child’s age, who will join the photographs and whether you want a quiet portrait session or coverage of a celebration. We will help you choose between portrait, family and event coverage.
Explore Cairo’s one-month portraits and Caiden’s six-month celebration, or read the story behind both sessions.
Share your child’s usual rest and feeding times, the number of people joining and any particular combinations you want. Bring familiar items that help your child feel comfortable.
Family sessions start at $125 for 1 hour with up to 4 people and up to 20 edited images. For a party with guests and activities, compare birthday event coverage. Ask which session fits your milestone.
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Make it happen
Tell us your group size, ages, ideal season, and whether you want a quick update or a fuller story-driven session.
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