A Thanksgiving Mini Session in Central Park


On Thanksgiving Day 2024, I had the absolute pleasure of photographing the nicest family visiting NYC from Reno. They wanted to capture their trip with a mini session in Central Park, and we couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful day.


We wandered through Bethesda Terrace and Bow Bridge, where the crisp autumn air and golden leaves created the perfect holiday card backdrop. Their 18-year-old son was such a great sport, and the love between them was so effortless to capture.


Knowing these photos will be shared with their family and friends this holiday season makes it even more special. Here are some of my favorite moments from the session!


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Autumn family mini session in Central Park. Captured by NYC family photographer Paula Brearley
Family walking along a tree-lined path with autumn leaves in Central Park. Captured by NYC family photographer Paula Brearley
Husband and wife standing on a paved path surrounded by autumn foliage in Central Park. Captured by NYC family photographer Paula Brearley.
Father and son standing together in Central Park with autumn leaves. Captured by NYC family photographer Paula Brearley.
Family enjoying autumn in Central Park. Captured by NYC family photographer Paula Brearley
Family portrait in front of an ornate decorative wall in Central Park. Captured by NYC family photographer Paula Brearley.
Three people standing together in front of a decorative wall with geometric and floral designs in Central Park. Captured by NYC family photo
Family standing under an ornate archway at Bethesda terrace in Central Park. Captured by NYC family photographer Paula Brearley
Family standing together at Bethesda Terrace in Central Park with detailed carvings in the background. Captured by NYC family photographer
Family standing together at Bethesda Terrace in Central Park with detailed carvings in the background. Captured by NYC family photographer

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