Portrait Tips – Part 5: Simplicity

Generally, kids (and sometimes grown-ups) don’t like long sessions or multiple outfit changes. Keep it simple and joyful by not cramming too much into one session. Bringing a friend or relative who won’t be in the photos to help you get your child’s attention and natural smiles can be very helpful.

However, too many people in the background calling your child’s name in different directions can be very distracting. We may have to limit how many people are in the studio by rotating your helpers.

Stay tuned for our next tip: Do’s and Don’ts (Grooming and Clothing)