A Boston Family Photographer captures a joyful family in a snowy forest. A woman crouches, hugging a toddler, as a man lifts another child into the sunlit air—creating a warm, timeless moment.

Winter in Boston transforms the city into a quiet, dreamy landscape — and it also creates some of the most magical family photos you can imagine. As a Boston family photographer, winter is one of my favorite times to shoot. The soft light, the peaceful surroundings, and (if we’re lucky!) the sparkle of fresh snow all come together to create portraits that feel timeless, elegant, and full of warmth.

Winter sessions are now open!

A couple kisses in a bright dining room while two young children play nearby. Sunlight streams through large windows, creating a warm, airy vibe—perfect for magical portraits or cozy Boston winter family photos, even during snowy sessions indoors.

What is included in a Winter Family Session?

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

$1250

What if you can’t decide what images to pick?

If you love all your images and simply can’t choose your 20 favorite images, you can upgrade and get the entire gallery with a black and white conversion of all your images (+50 images) for:

$1650

A family walks through a snowy forest for magical portraits. An adult carries a child on their shoulders while another walks nearby, all bundled in winter clothing, capturing the warmth of Boston winter family photos under sunlit trees.

A family of four sits in a bright nook by a window. The father playfully holds one child, while the mother laughs and hugs the other. Everyone appears joyful and relaxed during their cozy Boston winter family photos.

How to reserve your Family Session:

1. Email info@helenagoessens.com to share your top 2 desired dates and time slots

2. After we have set up your date and time, I’ll email you a photography agreement and a link to submit your 50% session deposit

3. An email with a reservation confirmation and a “how to prepare for your session” guide will be sent after a signed agreement and a paid invoice are received

4. Mark your calendar!

Mark your Calendar!

If you’re dreaming of winter portraits, now is the perfect time to plan. I offer a “snow check” option — giving us flexibility to shift your session to a snowy day if that dreamy winter look is what you’re hoping for.

A family of four sits together on a snowy log in a sunlit winter forest, bundled in warm clothes. The parents smile at the camera while holding their young children, creating magical portraits perfect for Boston winter family photos.

* Valid only for lifestyle in-home sessions and families of up to five members. Pets are welcome.

A collage of five photos: a family playing in the snow, snowy houses, a close up of a pregnant woman holding her belly, a snowy forest path, and memories as warm as beach sessions by a family laughing by a bright window.

about helena goessens photography

Helena Goessens is a newborn, baby, children, and family photographer based in Dedham, MA. She loves to work with families and little ones in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Her style is simple and natural and she specializes in capturing those special moments to savor a lifetime. Helena Goessens offers sessions in the comfort of clients’ homes, outdoors, and on location for those special occasions. If you are looking for a portrait photographer for your next family session, contact her at info@helenagoessens.com or call her at 617-584-9891. For more of her work, visit her website at helenagoessens.com.