26 Family Photographers On Instagram Who Will Boost Your Mood

Heather Mohr's primary work is as a newborn photographer, but she does lifestyle family shoots in St. Louis as well. You'll see both styles on her Instagram, as well as a mix of colorful and black and white photos. It's almost impossible not to smile as you scroll through the plethora of babies gracing her page.

Sisters-in-law Aimee and Jenna run Hobbs Photography, an Edmonton based family photography business. They do birth shoots and weddings, but their best work is their candid shots of families, which makes up the bulk of their Instagram. Even everyday haircuts become stunning portraits with this duo behind the lens.

There's a light ambiance to all of Lindsay Sadtler's Penny Lane Photography pictures that scream "bliss." She specializes in maternity and newborn photos, but you can also schedule a boudoir shoot with her if you live in the Maryland area. Either way, her Instagram will make you smile, as you can see a plethora of sweet family moments you'll recognize from your own life.

Crawford Morris runs Clayton and Rose Photography from North Carolina, capturing big moments like weddings and births as well as everyday shoots for families. Her best work, arguably, is her candid family pictures she so often features on her Instagram, like the one above. You'll see hugs, baby snoozes, trips to the pool, and more.

You can get your outdoor photo fix from Erin Fortney's Instagram page, as it's full of family portraits in outdoor landscapes. The Pennsylvania photographer has won a myriad of awards for her work and has been featured in numerous publications, affirming how beloved her pictures are. Fortney creates playful and sweet photos that are bound to warm your heart.

Harper And Grace Photography's Rachel captures the vibe of her SoCal community: light, airy, and full of life. Whether she's shooting a wedding, a birthday party, or a casual family portrait, her photos have a finished and easy feel. And her Instagram has a cohesive vibe, so you'll feel satisfied scrolling through it.

The Eastern Tennessee based photographer Tara Kneiser captures weddings and engagements in addition to families in their element, so you'll see a variety of photo themes on her page. They've all got this playful, in-the-moment sentiment; a window into the human experience.

Snapping shots from the Gold Coast of Australia, Mandy Ryan of MNDY Photography is a lifestyle photographer who uses the same professionalism when she works with families as she does when she works with startups. As she explains on her website, she's "known to capture the brilliance amongst chaos," which is why her pictures feel so unapologetically happy. Her Instagram spotlights plenty of beach shoots like the one above, and there's no shortage of candid giggles on her page either.

Shana Joseph and Adam LeSage are the masterminds behind Defining78 Photography, a small town Wisconsin photography team that merged their two separate businesses to produce even higher quality work. They make use of the Wisconsin landscape in their pictures, sending off sunny and nostalgic vibes that make you think of similar times. Every picture on their Instagram feels like it belongs on a holiday card.

Alexandria Mooney's "moody, rusticky film-inspired style," as she describes it on her website, feels celebratory and sweet. There's a candor to her pictures, whether it's a baby laughing, a mom smiling while she breastfeeds, or a dad looking a little uncertain as he holds his newborn. Check out the St. Louis based photographer for yourself on her Instagram.

Amber Denae is a birth and lifestyle photographer and videographer in North Carolina, and a certified doula to boot. You'll see newborns on her page, as well as gorgeous pregnant moms-to-be and joyful families. She also has preset filters for Adobe Lightroom on her site to help make your photos look professional, too.

Janel's photography has a sleek and warm tone, bringing sophistication to family life. She takes portraits as well as newborn, family, and maternity photos in the St. Louis area, and the diversity of her experience just makes all of her work better. Her Instagram combines it all.

If you're looking to add a little drama to your feed, look no further than Ashley Marston, whose work elevates the everyday. Based on Vancouver Island, Marston focuses on family shoots, including birth and fresh 48 sessions (a shoot within the first 48 hours of birth). Her Instagram gives you a little bit of everything, but it all has the visceral tone that this shot shows off.

Jessica is a lifestyle and birth photographer in Baltimore, where she captures sweet portraits and candids. The theme that connects all of her pictures is an almost glowing happiness. And she posts photos of her own family on her Instagram too, so you can get to know her as an artist and person with a follow.

There's a warm sepia tone to Maggie Williams' photos that invites you to keep looking. She works in Central Virginia, capturing "intimate parenthood" photos and lifestyle shoots, as is reflected in the variety of pictures you'll see on her Instagram. Simply put, her pictures are the kind that make you feel.

Based in Colorado, birth and lifestyle photographer Danica Donnelly chose her career because she "believe[s] that difficult things are worth celebrating," as she explained on her website. Her photos are organic and tender, and she uses long captions to engage with her followers on her Instagram. She's creating a community for people.

Montreal's Jessica Samyn doesn't stick to one kind of subject, opting to shoot weddings, births, and family photos. You'll see all three on her Instagram, so following her will contribute some variety to your feed. But no matter what kind of pictures she chooses to post that day, you'll see subjects that appear to almost glow under her lens, as well settings that enhance them.

Samantha approaches her photography from a documentary perspective, which gives her work a candid vibe. Her pictures seem like those you might snap at a family gathering with a disposable — just way higher quality. She shoots in the San Francisco Bay area, and the multitude of landscapes available to her definitely add to her photos.

Texas based Deborah Glenn brings an edginess to her shoots, making her work stand out from traditional family photography. She makes parenting look cool, even when the subject is wearing mesh underwear. You'll see a mix of posed and candid shots on her Instagram, so you can see family life from different perspectives.

Samantha Evans of British Colombia's Sevan Photo likes to create a carefree environment when she's behind the camera. "When you let kids be kids (running and laughing), this really helps to get their personalities to shine through," she tells Romper via email. "Which, for me is what I want to remember about my kids when looking back through photos." You'll notice that sense of freedom right away when looking at her photos; her work seems like a true reflection of her subject's daily lives.

L.A.-based Erica Montgomery combines photojournalism and lifestyle techniques in her photography, telling Romper via email that "I love to make pictures that invoke feelings and memories of a life well-lived." You'll see posed shots of grinning kids on her Instagram, as well as heartwarming photos of parents feeding their children, or women struggling through labor pains. Montgomery's work is a visual representation of early parenthood. Her recent photoshoot with Jana Kramer captures the artist's aesthetic well.

Alyssa Baker's pictures look ready to be framed and hung on the mantle for everyone to admire. Most of her posts have warm outdoor settings, and she highlights plenty of adorable kids. Her page is like one big mood booster.

Breanna Kuhlmann is a Maryland lifestyle and newborn photographer, and the best way to describe her photos is "light." All of her pictures are ambient and airy, and she makes all of her subjects look natural in front of a camera. Bonus: her Instagram features dogs from time to time, so you can get your pup and family fix simultaneously if you give her a follow.

Jessica Tapscott captures candid family photos and more styled newborn shoots, but she makes kiddos look fantastic either way. She's based in Northern Virginia, so there's plenty of lush greenery in her pictures. Tapscott is a master at documenting the phases of your kid's life you'll want to hold onto, giving you a memento as they grow.

Henderson Lewis' work sends the message that kids make life more fun, whether you're playing on the beach or dancing at a wedding. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, Lewis combines his family and wedding photography skills for a mix of staged and natural photos that capture everyday human joy. You can follow him here.