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Now Booking:

• Fall 2026 •

Fall is one of the most beautiful times for family portraits in Massachusetts, with golden light and vibrant foliage creating a timeless backdrop. Fall is our most popular season, dates are limited and tend to book quickly, so we recommend reserving early.

 

I can’t wait to create something beautiful with you this fall.

xo, Helena

Fall 2026

 

Select a Location

Family photo shoots take place at various locations across Massachusetts, chosen for their significance to your family, including parks, beaches, or even your backyard. Listed below are our current location offerings.

A family of five with a dog stands together under large trees with vibrant orange autumn leaves in a sunlit Massachusetts park. The ground is covered with fallen leaves, perfect for stunning Fall Family Photos beneath the clear sky.

FAMILY SESSION | LARZ ANDERSON PARK

Larz Anderson Park in the fall promises a breathtaking blend of natural beauty and seasonal delights. Located in Brookline, Massachusetts, this always gorgeous park offers a stunning backdrop of vibrant foliage, sprawling lawns, and tranquil ponds – perfect for dreamy fall photos!

 

A family photography session will approximately last 1 hour, includes 20 fully edited high resolution images, one fine art print in 8×10, a print release and a direct download link. This type of session is intended for up to 5 people. Pets are welcome! Reminder, only the dates bolded on the calendar at the link below are the ones available for this location!

Two children run across a grassy lawn toward the camera, while a couple embraces in the background in front of a large brick mansion surrounded by autumn trees.

FAMILY SESSION | BRADLEY ESTATE

Choosing Bradley Estate for fall family photos promises an enchanting blend of historic charm and natural beauty. This gorgeous estate offers a picturesque backdrop that captures the essence of autumn in New England!

 

A family photography session will approximately last 1 hour, includes 20 fully edited high resolution images, one fine art print in 8×10, a print release and a direct download link. This type of session is intended for up to 5 people. Pets are welcome! Reminder, only the dates bolded on the calendar at the link below are the ones available for this location!

A smiling couple walks arm in arm on a sunlit lawn with autumn trees and a white house in the background—one of the perfect fall family photo locations—as two children run and play behind them.

FAMILY SESSION | THE OLD MANSE

The Old Manse invites an enchanting journey into New England’s rich history and natural beauty. This historic landmark exudes timeless charm and rustic elegance. The sprawling grounds, bordered by meandering pathways and ancient trees ablaze with autumnal colors is always stunning.

 

A family photography session will approximately last 1 hour, includes 20 fully edited high resolution images, one fine art print in 8×10, a print release and a direct download link. This type of session is intended for up to 5 people. Pets are welcome! Reminder, only the dates bolded on the calendar at the link below are the ones available for this location!

A family of five walks together by a pond in a park, with two adults and three children. Like many families enjoying time outdoors, the father carries one daughter on his shoulders. Trees and city buildings are visible in the sunset background.

FAMILY SESSION | BOSTON PUBLIC GARDEN

Boston Public Garden offers a picturesque backdrop that seamlessly intertwines natural beauty with historical charm. With fall colors everywhere you look, the Garden becomes a captivating setting for your memories.

 

A family photography session will approximately last 1 hour, includes 20 fully edited high resolution images, one fine art print in 8×10, a print release and a direct download link. This type of session is intended for up to 5 people. Pets are welcome! Reminder, only the dates bolded on the calendar at the link below are the ones available for this location!

A family of three sits happily on a cobblestone street in Massachusetts, surrounded by fall foliage. The parents are close together, smiling warmly, with their young child in front. A sense of warmth and invitation fills the scene, highlighted by an American flag waving gently nearby.

FAMILY SESSION | ACORN STREET

Acorn Street in Boston promises an enchanting fall backdrop steeped in colonial charm and quintessential New England vibes. Everything feels like it’s straight out of a book here!

 

A family photography session will approximately last 1 hour, includes 20 fully edited high resolution images, one fine art print in 8×10, a print release and a direct download link. This type of session is intended for up to 5 people. Pets are welcome! Reminder, only the dates bolded on the calendar at the link below are the ones available for this location!

Two young men each give piggyback rides to two young women while smiling in front of a large, historic brick mansion at sunset—one of the best fall family photo locations, with green lawns and bare trees surrounding them.

FAMILY SESSION | WELLESLEY COLLEGE

Wellesley College presents a captivating blend of natural splendor and academic grandeur. The campus is full of beautiful buildings and majestic trees ablaze in autumn hues, provides a stunning backdrop!

 

A family photography session will approximately last 1 hour, includes 20 fully edited high resolution images, one fine art print in 8×10, a print release and a direct download link. This type of session is intended for up to 5 people. Pets are welcome! Reminder, only the dates bolded on the calendar at the link below are the ones available for this location!

The Session Deposit

 

Secure your session with Helena Goessens Photography and experience a meticulously curated photography journey.

 

Your deposit of $1,250 includes:

  • 1 hr session
  • 20 fully edited, high-resolution images
  • a private online gallery
  • an online slideshow
  • one fine art print in 8×10
  • direct download + print release
  • up to five family members

If you love all your images and simply can’t choose 20 favorites, you can upgrade to get the entire gallery, with a black-and-white conversion of all your images (+50 images), for $1,650.

Kindly Note:

  • Deposits are required at booking to reserve your date and time, non-refundable but transferable for reschedules.
  • Sessions cover up to five people, with additional members at $35 each. Pets are always welcome.
  • Session deposit does not include digital files but may be applied to any collection purchase.
  • Private online galleries are posted online for viewing and ordering within 2-3 weeks.
  • Collections begin at $1250
  • All session fees and sales are subject to MA State Tax (6.25%)
  • 2 hours before sunset or up to 2 hours after sunrise! (I shoot in the early morning as well)
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Helena Goessens is a Dedham, MA. Photographer. Serving Norfolk County, Newton, Needham, Dover, Wellesley, Canton, Boston, and surrounding communities.

 

info@helenagoessens.com

+1(617)584-9891

 

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