I love this idea of capturing legacy through photography.

Four generations of women in one photograph is not always an easy accomplishment especially when they live in different cities.

I made this photo for my mother’s birthday and though it would also be a great Mother’s Day or anytime gift.

Can we just mention how gorgeous my grandma is!!

Here’s what you will need:

• a digital camera
• a photo printer or Walgreens nearby
• a simple 11×14 frame

Interesting note: I did not let anybody see what they were holding. They had no  idea what was in the frame. It was a surprise!

(These steps can happen over many weeks when you are with various relatives.)

Step 1:

Take a picture of the youngest generation. This was my daughter and her cousins.

Step 2:

Print out that picture in 11×14 at a quick printing place like Walgreens. You can print it at home in 8×12, but I prefer 11×14 because you can see the great grandkids faces better in the final product.

Step 3:

(We did this next step in the Walgreens parking lot) Put the picture in a black frame and have the next generation hold it. This was my sister and I.

Step 4:

Print it as in Step 2, and then add this new picture to the frame.

Step 5:

Take a picture of the 3rd generation holding the picture of the 1st two generations. This was my mother and aunt.

Step 6:

Print it and then add it to the frame if you are blessed to have another generation to go.

Step 7:

Have Great Grandma hold the picture of the 3 generations  below her. Take her picture.

This final photo can now be printed in ANY SIZE you would like. This will be such a special keepsake over the years. I have seen it done with the men of a family on Pinterest.

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