the family adventure experience

Your family’s story is worth more than stiff poses and fake smiles.

Let’s slow down, get outside to a beautiful location, and create a session that feels like you - full of connection, laughter, and movement. I’ll gently guide you so you’re never wondering what to do, and you’ll walk away with photos that feel like real life - only better.

  • timely communication and guidance before, during, and after your photo shoot for an effortless session.

  • an all-inclusive experience: you get all of your photos. No need to choose your favourites.

  • easy online custom store for high quality prints and seamless downloading of your images.

what you’ll get…

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the process

  • step 1 - contact

    You love the genuine and playful connections that your family will have captured. 

    We will get to know each other, and I'll learn about your family's story.

  • step 2 - plan

    Once everything is official, we will plan your perfect location, wardrobe guidance, and how to easily prepare your family!

  • step 3 - your photo day!

    Enjoy your session at the beautiful location! Play, laugh, and genuinely enjoy the experience with each family member.

  • step 4 - gallery

    Receive your family photos in a beautiful custom online gallery.

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featured family galleries

garry point park

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britannia shipyards

Family photo session at Britannia Shipyards, Richmond, BC by Michelle Baril Photography.
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london farm

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kind words

  • "Michelle is a pleasure to work with when it comes to planning and implementing a photo session. Michelle's style and method of shooting family photography results in quality results when it comes to viewing her work. We were very pleased when we received the photos from the session. " - Laurie MacNeil

  • "We just had a family photo shoot with Michelle last night and I cannot stress enough how easy it was. She made us feel comfortable and made it fun. Thank you, Michelle, for capturing us in the most natural way." - Sandra Limcaco

  • "We recently did a sunset family photo shoot with Michelle and had such a great experience. She was patient, organized, and professional. Michelle made us feel comfortable and coached us through each shot so naturally. We’re excited to see the final photos - highly recommend her if you’re looking for a thoughtful and talented photographer!" - Heather Muter

  • "I couldn't be more pleased with the session I scheduled with Michelle for my daughter. Michelle found the perfect location that created a stunning backdrop! She did a fantastic job at capturing my daughter's natural beauty and highlighting her dance skills and smile. I would highly recommend Michelle for a personalized session!" - Jessica Switz

  • "We love the pictures that commemorated our 75th year for each of us. We did not want a formal setting, but wanted the pictures to be taken at our favourite vacation spot. The pictures are natural and we love the way they turned out. Thank you so much Michelle for a great photoshoot!" - Bob and Judy Blacker

contact me for session details

As your family portrait photographer in Vancouver, BC, I want you to feel like your session with me is like having a friend you can now trust with your family photos. No posing, nothing awkward, just you + your family being yourselves.

faqs

Family photo session at Garry Point Park, Richmond, BC, by Michelle Baril Photography.

  • My work specializes in natural, relaxed photography that captures genuine emotions and real connections. I combine traditional, documentary, and lifestyle photography to capture authentic images for you to treasure for a lifetime.

    I will provide a generous gallery of images that can be displayed in your home as pieces of art. These photographs will be an investment in your family history. Images from your session often tell a story, capturing a treasured moment in time. I do not try to make you look perfect, stiff, or unnatural. I am not after that "one" shot with everyone looking at the camera and smiling. Sure, I may get some with everyone looking and smiling, but I promise if I do, it will not feel stiff or forced.

  • I am a natural light, on location photographer. Together we will choose the perfect location for your session. 

    For Fine Art Mini Sessions, I will continue to use natural light, and the Steveston, Richmond, BC location will be determined.

  • Photographs grow in value over time and become family treasures. I know the importance of archiving and saving digital images. I offer one simple, all-inclusive collection where you receive all the high resolution digital files delivered via direct download and a print release. A minimum of 75 digitals files will be available to you (but usually there are more!), in both color and black and white. Furthermore, you will have the option to buy additional prints and boutique products. Click HERE to learn more about what comes with your session.

    For Fine Art Mini Sessions, you will get 5 high-resolution digital files, with a minimum 5 images (presented in both colour and black and white) in your online gallery. Furthermore, you will have the option to buy additional digitals, prints and boutique products from your online gallery. Click HERE to learn more about what comes with your Fine Art Mini Session.

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Family photo session at Garry Point Park, Richmond, BC, by Michelle Baril Photography.