Location, Location, Location...
Locally, we are so blessed with an abundance of beautiful parks, beaches and natural landscapes.
Outdoor shoots, preferably early morning or late afternoon when natural lighting is at its best, produce the best and most natural photographs.
I do have the necessary equipment for your session to be done in a studio setting. However, it is my experience that those perfect moments are the ones which are captured in the most natural settings where everyone, especially children, feel comfortable and free to express their true selves!!
There isn't a child or adult I know that when placed in one of these surroundings, doesn't feel relaxed and totally at ease, not to mention the smiles that very naturally appear on the faces of young and old alike.
What to wear...
Just as a comfortable setting works best, so does comfortable clothing.
Jeans, tee shirts, sundresses and casual clothing all seem to work best along with clothing that reflects a personality or a passion such as a favorite hat or accessory.
You may also want to consider coordinating colors and outfits when it comes to family or siblings. It is best to avoid large prints, logos or appliques which will ultimately distract the eye when viewing your photographs.
There is also nothing more distracting to a person or child than tight or uncomfortable clothing. Remember, the idea is to relax and have fun and in doing so, to capture the spirit, expression, and feeling of the person and the moment.
Once again, our most cherished memories do not come from the perfect photo, but from the photo of those perfect moments...
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