Anderson River Park Fall Family Session

Families
Written By Jen Peterson
A happy family of five poses in a sunlit forest, surrounded by green grass and trees. Children wear blue denim, conveying warmth and togetherness.

Worden Family

What a joy it was to see the Worden family again this fall! I had the pleasure of photographing them last year (Click here to see that post!), so it was wonderful to catch up and see how much everyone has grown. This year’s session took place at the beautiful Anderson River Park in Anderson, California, and it couldn’t have been a more perfect fall day. The golden light filtered through the trees in the most magical way, giving everything that dreamy autumn glow we all love.

To make this session even more special, Brooke’s extended family joined us toward the end — and for such a meaningful reason! Her grandparents were celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary, and the family brought along a framed copy of their original wedding photo. Capturing them holding that precious memory six decades later was such a beautiful, full-circle moment.

Everyone looked fantastic — their outfits perfectly complemented the warm fall tones and the crisp, golden leaves scattered throughout the park. Sessions like this remind me why I love what I do — celebrating love, family, and the moments that matter most.

Congratulations again to Brooke’s grandparents on such an incredible milestone, and thank you to the whole Worden family for another wonderful session!

A family stands together in a sunlit forest, sharing smiles. The children wear blue denim outfits. On the right, a close-up of a young girl grinning.
Left image: A young boy smiles happily, wearing a beige sweater and jeans, standing outdoors amidst autumn foliage. Right image: A couple stands closely, holding hands and sharing a tender moment in a sunlit forest setting.
Family of five posing together in a sunlit forest clearing. They are dressed in casual attire, with autumn leaves creating a warm, joyful backdrop.
Three children stand in a sunlit forest clearing, smiling. Two wear denim dresses and boots, one wears a beige sweater with jeans, all expressing joy.
Three children stand in a sunlit forest clearing. The child on the left wears a beige sweater, while the two on the right wear blue denim dresses, smiling warmly.
A family of five smiles warmly in a sunlit forest. Parents hold children, all in casual wear. The mood is joyful and serene amidst autumn trees.
Family of five in fall clothing on a leaf-covered path. Parents walk with children hand in hand; kids hug mom, smiling warmly. Cozy, autumn vibe.
Split image: Left shows a smiling man holding three kids, two in arms and one on shoulders. Right shows family of five walking hand-in-hand down a tree-lined road.
Three smiling children stand on a sunlit path, wearing denim and knit outfits. In the background, a couple embraces, framed by autumn trees.
Family of five, wearing casual fall outfits, walks hand in hand down a tree-lined path. Sunlight filters through the trees, creating a warm, serene atmosphere.
A woman sits surrounded by three children, all kissing her cheeks, conveying warmth and love. They are outdoors, with leaves in the background. Black and white.
Three children pose outdoors in autumn. Two wear blue denim dresses, one in a cream sweater. They stand and sit on a large fallen tree. The mood is joyful.
A young girl in a denim dress sits smiling on a log in a sunlit forest. Beside, a family of five poses, all smiling, surrounded by trees and autumn foliage.
Two photos show young children in an autumn forest. Left: Two girls in matching blue dresses smile, surrounded by grass. Right: A boy in a beige sweater and jeans sits on a log, smiling warmly.
A family of five stands together in a sunlit forest. The parents smile warmly, holding their children close. Fallen leaves and greenery surround them, creating a serene, joyful atmosphere.
Three smiling children sit on a fallen log in a wooded area. Two girls in blue dresses flank a boy in a sweater. The setting is sunny and natural.
A large family poses happily outdoors on autumn leaves, with elders seated in front. Nearby, the couple smiles at their old black-and-white wedding photo.
A small child with blonde hair wearing a denim dress holds a leaf on green grass. Beside, a family sits on a bench under a tree in autumn, smiling and relaxed.
A couple embraces under a tree with golden leaves, conveying warmth and intimacy. Another couple stands closely, holding hands, surrounded by a park setting with vibrant foliage.
A couple embraces under autumn trees, smiling warmly. On the right, two children explore a rocky path in the park, surrounded by vibrant fall foliage.
A joyful multigenerational family poses in a park with autumn trees. Two elders sit in front, surrounded by adults and children, on a grassy lawn.

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Jen Peterson

Hello There! I’m Jen, a wedding and portrait photographer based in Northern California. I love capturing the personal connections between my clients in a bright, fun, and creative way. 

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