The warm weather this week has me in my springtime feels!
There are a lot of events ahead of us for those with children or who are in school. For a lot of families, especially those with a high school senior, an updated family portrait is on the menu.
Usually, the thought of gathering everyone for a family portrait can seem stressful. I’m a professional photographer, and heck, it’s stressful for me to get my crew together for a portrait, so I feel your pain 100%! That’s why I put together a short guide to share with you that will help you get the most out of your family portrait session.
Take a look below!
A Guide to Posing for Your Family Photos
The key to taking genuine and authentic family photos is knowing how to pose in front of the camera. We always pose our clients from start to finish, but it’s always helpful for a client to know what to expect ahead of time.
If you’ve never taken professional family photos before or if you simply want to improve on your last session, here is some advice on how to pose that will leave you with exceptional images.
Get Close
The last thing you want is a family portrait that looks stiff and awkward. The secret to creating a beautiful, intimate family photo is to get close. Snuggle up with the people you love if you want the best photos. If there are people of varying heights in the photo, we take a few photos on the same level so that you can get your heads close together too.
Have Fun
Your photos always look more authentic when your family is genuinely having fun and laughing! Spend time talking about your favorite vacation or a memory that makes you all laugh out loud. These candid moments always make for the best photos.
Keep it Natural
When you overthink posing, it takes away from the genuineness of your photos, which is why it helps to shoot your family photos in a setting where you’re all comfortable and where you can go about your lives as naturally as possible. For example, if you’re in an outdoor setting, take your little one for a walk. If you’re shooting an at home session, bake something together or snuggle up for a story.
Use Your Surroundings
Very often, standing upright in the middle of a room or garden will make your photos look and feel stiff. Use your surroundings to make yourselves more comfortable. For example, if there’s a wall in the vicinity, lean up against it. If there’s a couch available, we will pose you on that for a few shots.
Make Use of Props
If you would like to change things up a bit or give a younger child something to do, you can also always incorporate a few basic props into your photos to get a few non-standard shots. Favorite stuffed animals are always sweet, along with things like blowing bubbles or sitting in an heirloom family rocking chair.
We always help our clients plan their session from start to finish so that the stars align and you have the best experience possible for your family session. If you’re ready to schedule your springtime family session, let us know by calling us at 870-866-8526 or requesting an appointment at this link: https://www.unlimitedphotography.net/form/contact-tara
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