PREPARATION GUIDE


First of all, thank you for choosing me to take photos of your family! Selecting outfits for a family session can be a daunting task but it truly makes all of the difference in your images! Spending time selecting a lovely wardrobe for your session will not only show off your family's unique style but it will bring a beautiful, consistent look to your gallery. So I created this information guide to help you prepare for your session.



What to wear?

  • A consistent colour palette. Select a few colours that you love (neutrals based is totally fine) and select your outfits based on that colour palette for the most part.
  • Dresses (mum and daughters) if they are your thing of course! The are always flattering and create beautiful movement in photographs. During the colder months, nice jackets with either dresses or skirts pairs with leggings look gorgeous.
  • Interesting patterns, textures and layers. Adding patterns like a simple plaid, flannel, strip, floral or geometric patterning 1-2 pieces of clothing in your family's wardrobe can add interest and detail in photographs.
  • Other great options are through lace or crochet pieces, stylish hats like a fedora or wide brimmed hat, unique shoes or accent jewellery pieces.
  • Try to avoid Things to avoid giant logos: shirts that have giant logos on them can distract from your beautiful faces.
  • Avoid neon colours: just say no to hot pink and lime green.


Children

This session is a time to relax and just be with your children and partner. I am not expecting perfectly behaved children. Trust me when I say, the chaos brings emotion and movement to your images. I will guide you and your family in poses but it is also okay for you to just be natural with your partner and children. Sing, talk, or play with family just as you would if I was not present. Being yourselves is what will create the images you love. There are no rules or expectations! I will guide you and the rest will go from there, I promise!! 


Other Notes

  • Take keys & phones out of your pockets before we begin!


Most importantly

Have fun! This time is about you and what makes your family special. We will be standing up, sitting down, laying down, tickling, hugging, kissing, snuggling and maybe singing and dancing, jumping and running. Low stress!

And while smiles are great, laughter is even better!






Studio and Session Health and Hygiene Policy


If you or anyone else in your family are feeling unwell or are showing any symptoms such as a sore throat, fever, cough, runny nose etc, please let me know ASAP so I can reschedule your session. You must also notify me if you have had any contact with anyone who has been confirmed to COVID-19 or anyone isolating etc.


Of course, the health and safety of my clients (and my own little ones at home) has always been my number one priority. Due to COVID-19, I have added some extra precautions to help keep everyone safe:


  • No shoes in the studio
  • Immediate family members only at the session (parents and siblings only)


I will ensure all fabrics are washed between sessions and surfaces are washed before and after sessions.

 

*Subject to change without notice*

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And last but not least, please relax and enjoy the session!