Catskills Family Photographer
You did it!
Seriously. Taking the time to sit down, pick a date and get it on your calendar is the hardest part! And you did it! Way to go!
First things first. Bookmark this page.
You may have a lot of questions already about what to do next.
Or not. Either way, Bookmark this page so you can refer to it later.
What to wear?
Dressing yourself and your family for your photo session doesn't have to be a headache.
I have a few tried and true guidelines to help, as well as some inspiration to act as a spring board.
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Dress mom first. Then worry about every body else. Let's face it, you're going to be your hardest customer, so start by finding a piece that makes you feel your very best. Dresses are always encouraged, even if you're not "a dress person". Give them a chance. They add so much movement and are always a flattering and timeless choice.
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Texture texture texture. When choosing pieces for your photos, what the camera is going to capture, aside from the color is the texture. Cheap fabrics (think the knock off dress you can get off of Amazon) scream "CHEAP FABRICS" when photographed. Opt for gauzey or linen textures, good lace, washed cotton, etc.
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Footwear matters. Very rarely are we not "off roading" when shooting. Resist the urge to wear those 6" stilettos, and opt for flat footwear. Convince the boys to leave the crocs at home this time. Muted, down to earth footwear that doesn't steal the show is usually your best bet. In your home, barefoot is best!
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Accessorize. Is your outfit falling flat? Maybe it's missing a belt or a scarf? Now is the time for some fun accessories to really add your personality to your look.
What to Expect
(When you're expecting to be photographed by me)
Good news! My number one goal is for you to not hate being photographed by me.
Ha. But seriously. I know that your family may be divided when it comes to how they feel about being photographed. I've been doing this a long time, so I am pretty familiar with this conundrum.
So my solution is to make it not totally awful.
And it's not. We keep things moving. We keep things light hearted, play based, all that good stuff. If you're especially worried about your family's engagement and interest, then let's plan an activity. Fishing, sledding, pumpkin picking. I have endless ideas, and even more tricks up my sleeve to make sure this is a good experience for everybody (even grown men.)
The Cliff Notes
- Your session will last 30-120 minutes. The time we spend together will depend on the location we choose, the number of people being photographed, as well as their ages and level of cooperation, and hear me when I say, all levels of cooperation are welcome!
-There's a really good chance you'll forget you're being photographed, or that your kids won't want to stop when our time is up.
- I'll probably never ask you to look at the camera, except maybe once, when we get what I call, "The Grandma Shot" (this is the one we get for your grandma who is inevitably going to ask for a photo of everybody looking at the camera.)
-I will probably over communicate all of the important things you need to know and do leading up to the session.
Leave the worrying to me.
The whole idea is that this is stress free for you.
Oh yeah, also that you get really awesome photos at the end of it all.
These two things will happen. Promise.
I'll be in and out of your inbox in the time leading up to your session to help you prepare, and worry as little as possible (hopefully not at all?)
But here are some FAQs that might be on your mind right now :