
Steps to prepare for you family portrait session
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Choose the right clothing: Decide on outfits that complement each other and the location of the final portrait. Avoid clothing with logos or busy patterns. Avoid colors that clash with the esthetic of the room they will be displayed in. I can help guide you on this when we meet for your planning time.
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Plan hair and makeup: If desired, schedule hair and makeup appointments for everyone in the family. Plan haircuts for at least a week before your portrait session.
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Schedule the session: Make sure everyone is available for the session and coordinate schedules around little ones naps and best times of day.
- Communicate: Clearly communicate your wants and needs for the family portraits to the photographer, and make sure everyone understands your vision.
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Consider props: Think about bringing props, such as toys, books, or special family heirlooms, to add interest to the photos.
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Prepare children: Let children know what to expect from the session and give them time to get comfortable with the photographer. For shy children I recommend bringing them to the studio for the planning appointment. This gives them time to relax in the studio without expectations and to get used to me.
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Relax: Try to relax and have fun during your family portrait session. This will show in the final photographs and make for a more enjoyable experience for everyone. Remember you don’t always have to be looking at the camera, interactive portraits are sometimes mom’s favorites.

Last tip once you’ve booked your family portrait session get everyone in on the fun. Create a day with less stress by having a favorite breakfast with your children, sing in the car on the way to your session and tell your kids how much fun they will be having that day. (or if they are teenagers how fast the session will go with cooperation 😉
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