I thought I would share my favorite picture from this session. This was such a great shot and fun moment between the kids and mom and dad.
Tips for a great Family Session:
-act natural! Posed pictures are great but the camera cant add something that isnt there, so if you are posing in a pose that isnt natural for your family it will come across as forced.
- be honest with your photographer! I always tell my families before we get started, Be honest! I will be asking you to hug, hold hands, lean into each other, laugh in natural poses but if at any time these poses feel like something your family wouldnt normally do or as if you are putting on an act, let me know!
- keep in mind that there will be times when mom and dad are getting pictures without the kids so bring something to occupy them during that time (a snack, game or toy). Also come prepared with items and jokes to make the kids smile when its their turn and the photographer just isnt funny enough ; )
- bring items along that define your families personalities! If you are a football fanatic family, bring jerseys and a football! If you love to go biking, bring your bikes. How about worst Christmas sweaters for the whole family?? Cute for a christmas card! What is it your family is known for?
I saw the cutest picture the other day of an entire family with their phones out texting, So funny!
- Parents, if you have to bribe your kids... DO IT! This is one of the few times you are getting professional pictures of your children and they are only this age once!
- A good photographer will get a few good pictures of your family no matter what. A GREAT photographer will take the time to get to know you and your family, will make sure to have an idea and theme in mind before the session and will be in contact with you several times before the session so that by the time you get there you already feel as if you know them and are comfortable with them. Never go into a session if you dont feel comfortable with the photographer!
If you have any other questions about making sure your families session is A-MA-ZING feel free to email me
heidicaseyphotography@live.com
or find me on facebook : )
www.facebook.com/heidiscaseyphotography
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