The family photoshoot can be so much fun and can create a beautiful ambience that you and your children will treasure forever. Clients often have questions leading up to a photoshoot on how to relax, not everyone is comfortable in front of a camera, myself included:) A family shoot is a great opportunity to spend time together as one. I’ve put some tips together to help prepare you for your next photoshoot.
Tips on how to relax on a photoshoot
Explain to the children about the photoshoot and get them excited about it. Don’t be afraid to include an incentive for “good” behaviour, it works with my boys:) Frame this photoshoot in a positive and exciting light because happy kids equal relaxed parents.
Prepare the Children
Plan ahead
The most common question I get asked about regarding the photoshoot is what we should wear. I would recommend planning on deciding the outfits. Get it out of the way, and if you feel like you need help, I’m very happy to help you with colours and styles of clothing. When that is out of the way you can just focus on getting everyone at the shoot.
Make sure everyone is rested and well-fed
Full tummies mean a happy heart and feeling content goes a long way in a shoot. You can bring snacks! More on this below.
Activities
If there is an activity you love doing together as a family, let me know about it. We can incorporate it into your shoot.
What to bring
Bringing snacks to the photoshoot makes a great bribe for young children please consider snacks that are quick and easy to eat. Ideally, snacks should be non-staining and food that won’t get stuck in your teeth.
Back up clothes
Bringing a second set of clothes, as your kids can be a bit unpredictable at times:) or if you wanted to make an outfit change.
Clothes that you feel good in
There’s nothing worse than feeling self-conscious in your outfits, we’ve all been there. If you are worried
about the fit of your clothes, don’t wear them as feeling uncomfortable will show in your photos. Confidence comes through in your poses and expression, If you feel relaxed and happy, you’ll look relaxed and happy.
Enjoy your time together
You don’t have to look at the camera
We will get the “look at the camera photos” out of the way first. Then I want you to forget about me being there, connecting and your surroundings. I know life gets busy, this is the time for you to slow down to show each other your love. I’m here to capture those moments.
Let each child be a star
I hope the following tips will help you relax on your next photoshoot, you are in safe hands, and I look forward to meeting with you,
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