Are you in charge of arranging your next big family photoshoot? Planning and preparing for a photoshoot can be quite the daunting task. Don’t worry, I gotchu. I’ll try to help make it a little easier with this quick + simple guide to preparing for your photoshoot!
Communication. Communication is key. When arranging a family shoot that includes extended family, It’s helpful for all of the family members to be kept “in the loop” in regards to the details of the upcoming photoshoot.
Meet + Discuss with the family about important details such as: Time, Location, and Attire. It is best to come to a solid agreement in regards to these details.
Attire. The big question. “What do I wear??”. I will create another blog post completely dedicated to this question in the future, stay tuned! For now, I’ll try to keep it short + sweet!
Don’t be too “Matchy-Matchy”. I would suggest wearing colors that compliment each other. For example, you could mix + match neutral colors. A sample of a color scheme could be: light browns, creams, and blush. For a more warmer color scheme you could go with: mustard, maroon/burgundy, and off-white/cream. The idea is to have a color palette and not be too strict with it. (Pinterest is also a GREAT resource when looking for a nice color palette and outfit inspiration)
Solids usually work best. When in doubt and are in need of a fail-proof combo, stick to solids! I would avoid printed words/logos and busy prints. If wearing plaid, try to avoid small plaid and small stripes.
No to baggy or overly tight fitted clothing. I’m not going to go into too much depth with this one. I would just suggest wearing fitted clothing. :)
Full Tummies. Bring some snacks and water along to your shoot! Full tummies = happy faces!
Relax + Have fun!! Just be yourself and enjoy the special time with your family! (I LOVE to capture those happy candid moments)
I hope this helps you prepare for your next family shoot! Reach out to me through my Contact Page if you have any questions or want any more advice on how to prepare further for your shoot. Thank you!