12 Memorable Mother and Teenage Daughter Photoshoot Ideas

Searching for statement-worthy mother and teenage daughter photoshoot ideas? We at Peerspace think it’s a wonderful idea! Your daughter’s teenage years will go by in a flash, so if you’re looking for ways to capture your relationship in this crucial time, a mother-daughter photoshoot is an ideal way. You’ll have gorgeous photos to look back on and treasure for years to come, and the photoshoot session will be a fun bonding experience, to boot! To help you prepare for your photoshoot, we’ve assembled a list of 12 memorable mother and teenage daughter photoshoot ideas that will provide you with inspiration – just read on!

1. Picnic photoshoot

For our first mother and teenage daughter photoshoot idea, we’re going with a classic that’s ideal if the weather is nice: the two of you at a picnic, perhaps wearing sundresses and eating finger sandwiches or another favorite snack/meal of yours. You’ll want to find a really lovely outdoor location for a picnic photoshoot, like this gorgeous Renaissance garden and medieval cottage that’s available for hourly rental in Austin, Texas. 

2. Beach day photoshoot

Are you located anywhere near a beach? If so, take a drive to the beach and enjoy a day of surf and sand while snapping lovely photos of the two of you having fun. The beach is a wonderful backdrop for photos, and this mother and teenage daughter photoshoot idea is memorable not only because the photos will come out great but also because you’ll have so much fun together. 

3. Formal portraits in a studio

Wear your prettiest outfits together and find a sunny photo studio like this urban studio in the West End neighborhood of Pittsburgh for a more formal set of portraits together. To make the experience extra special, the two of you can get makeovers done first – hair, nails, makeup, all of it! You’ll both feel beautiful and the photos will come out especially great.

4. Spa day photoshoot

The two of you deserve a day at the spa! Why not turn your spa day into a photo op, too? Think about it: pics of both of you with mud masks on your faces and cucumber slices over your eyes are sure to bring smiles to your face in future decades. 

5. Three generation photoshoot with grandma

Memorable mother and teenage daughter photoshoot ideas can involve including a third important person in your photoshoot: grandma! A photo of three generations of women will be an even more special one, and we bet that you’ll want to frame the photos that result. Be sure to find a comfortable and homey environment for this photoshoot so the three of you will feel as relaxed as possible. If you’re located anywhere near Tampa, Florida, this Bohemian loft in Ybor City would be a great location for a three-generation photoshoot!

6. City streets photoshoot

If you happen to live in a city or are planning to visit one sometime soon, a candid photoshoot of the two of you walking through the city and doing various fun activities is a great mother and teenage daughter photoshoot idea! The added benefit is you also get to have fun together, creating great memories in the process: shopping together, going out to brunch/dinner, walking through the park, etc. 

7. Cooking/baking photoshoot

Do the two of you love to make delicious meals together or prepare yummy baked goods? This activity can be the subject of your photoshoot! Have a blast together, take some beautiful and happy photos, and enjoy delicious snacks afterwards. You can do this at home in your own kitchen, or you can rent a kitchen space so you don’t have to worry about making a mess at home. This stunning “shades of pink” kitchen in Atlanta, Georgia is an awesome example of what’s out there and available for rent. 

8. Matching outfits photoshoot

One of the coolest aspects of a mother daughter photoshoot is the fact that the two of you likely look so similar to one another. To emphasize and play up this aspect, you can do a photoshoot where the two of you are wearing matching outfits. The hardest part of this photoshoot might be deciding on an outfit that the two of you both love, since we’d bet that you probably don’t have the exact same taste in fashion.

9. Retro photoshoot

If you’re big fans of the look of a particular past decade, whether that’s the poodle skirts of the 1950s or the legwarmers and stirrup pants of the 1980s, a retro photoshoot can be a super fun bonding experience. In addition to retro outfits, finding a retro-style space will take this photoshoot to the next level. We’d recommend a location like this awesome modern retro 1970s loft in Atlanta, Georgia! 

10. Vacation photoshoot

For mother and teenage daughter photoshoot ideas like this, plan a special vacation somewhere beautiful and do a photoshoot there! The sky’s the limit here – the content of the photoshoot fully depends on where you’re visiting. For instance, if you go to the Galapagos, you might want to get photos of you snorkeling together. And if you go to Rome, you can do a photoshoot at the Colosseum! Either way, it’ll be a blast. 

11. Costume photoshoot

Bring the classic childhood experiences of playing dress-up into your mother and teenage daughter photoshoot ideas! It’s just a matter of gathering up a few silly costume pieces and props (cowboy hats? Clown noses? Old Halloween costumes?) and trying them on for your photos. You’ll definitely want a cute and interesting location for this photoshoot, like this unique retro futuristic loft in the heart of downtown Dallas, Texas. 

12. Recreate an old photo

Is there an old photo from mom’s childhood or teenage years that you’ve always loved, perhaps of her and grandma? You and your daughter can recreate this photo as a modern-day copy! Then you can display the two photos framed side-by-side as an interesting and emotionally meaningful piece of decor. Perhaps someday your granddaughter will even do the same! 

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