Winter is a great season for photography and a magical time of year
to be outdoors. Photographing winter scenes can be an exciting
opportunity to capture some unique and wonderful images, particularly
when a familiar scene is covered in a blanket of snow and takes on an
entirely different perspective. Here are some considerations on how to
photograph winter scenes:
1. Make the most of winter’s longer dusks and dawns
In spite of the colder temperatures, one of the joys of winter is
that the sun tends to linger longer at dusk and dawn. It also remains
lower in the sky throughout the day, providing great light.
If you can brave the elements and venture outside to capture these
magical moments during the winter, you are more likely to have a
productive shoot and be rewarded for your efforts. One advantage of
photographing at dusk and dawn in the winter is that sunrise is much
later than in the summer, and sunset is earlier.
Winter landscape, Oxfordshire
2. Find contrast
When photographing winter scenes such as snow, there are usually
displays of strong contrast between subjects and colors that can make
for striking images. For example, the whiteness of snow stands out
really well against the darkness of a tree silhouette and combines
beautifully with a colorful sun.
Alternatively,
warm winter skies work really well with the cooler tones of snow. Look
to find and photograph these types of contrast in your images, and the
results will be more visually stunning.
Oxfordshire, England
3. Shoot bright and colorful scenes
Make the most of the winter light and shoot brightly-lit scenes. The
bright white snow adds a certain beauty to a winter scene and can make a
dull subject more interesting. A great time to shoot colorful winter
scenes is when the sun is shining.
Yosemite, USA
Seek out colorful vistas that may include an animal, a tree, people, a
house, a building, or even a snowman. Capture their warm colors in the
glowing light. You may find you will need to overexpose a touch if your
pictures are coming out slightly dark to make your images slightly
lighter.
Iceland
4. Bring plenty of batteries
Batteries tend to lose power and run out faster in colder weather, especially when photographing winter scenes.
Be sure to fully charge them before you set off to maximize your
shooting time and keep spares in a warm place, such as an inner pocket.
5. Keep warm
One of the most important challenges with photographing winter scenes
is keeping warm. It is amazing how quickly your body temperature can
fall when standing still photographing in the cold.
Wear
layers to keep the heat in (thermal and wool base layers work really
well). Wrap up warm with gloves and a hat and consider hand (heat)
warmers. These are great for heating your hands after they have exposed
them to the elements, especially if you have to remove your gloves to
navigate the camera buttons when taking photos.
There are winter gloves designed specifically for photographers. The
thumb and forefinger flip back so you can keep your hands warm while
photographing. Consider investing in a pair if you will be in snow and
cold a lot.
Also, bring snacks and water to stay energized and hydrated.
6. How to photograph snow:
Snow brightens the landscape
and makes everything outdoors look amazing. However, photographing snow
does come with its challenges. Here are some useful tips worth
considering when photographing snow:
Setting White Balance
to “Cloudy White Balance” or setting your Kelvins to the warmer
spectrum will help to make up for the bluish-tinge snow gets. This is
particularly evident on overcast or cloudy days when you may get a blue
cast to the snow in your images.
Iceland
Overexpose when shooting snow so that the snow is white rather than “grey”.
Snow can trick your camera meter into underexposing when using your camera’s automatic metering system.
In order to achieve the correct exposure, you will need to compensate
for this by adding positive exposure compensation (overexposure) of 1
to 2 stops. The raised exposure value (EV) will help the snow to appear
whiter rather than a dull grey. Then your images will be more accurate
and a better representation of the snow-covered scene that you see as a
result of this.
This applies whether you are capturing falling snow or after it has settled on the ground.
Also, consider using a polarizer filter – this can cut glare and
reflections off the snow when it is sunny. It can also help you to see
through streams of water better because it cuts through the reflections
on top of the water.
Yellowstone, USA
Winter can be a brilliant season for photography, whether you are
capturing photos close to home or at more distant exotic locations.
Don’t be deterred by the challenges faced when photographing winter
scenes. Get out there and have some fun with your camera this winter,
and use these tips to capture some great photos you can be proud of.
Share your winter images with us below and any further tips you may have.
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Sample Poses to Get You Started with Photographing Women
If you ever run out of ideas, get stuck in creativity or simply need
some guidance when shooting female subjects, you may use following
posing samples as a “posing cheat sheet”. Many pro photographers use
such a technique when preparing for and during the photo shoot.
The poses in this article are selected as initial reference. I would
advise to look at the poses together with your subject, especially if
she’s inexperienced. During a photo shoot don’t hesitate to discuss with
the subject which pose is or isn’t working in any particular situation.
It’s usually very productive and you both will feel more confident in
what you are doing.
OK, let’s start, one by one.
1. Very simple portrait pose to start with. Have the model look over
her shoulder. Note how unusual and interesting a portrait might look, if
shot simply from a different angle.
2. In portrait photography, hands are usually not visible or at least
not dominant. However, you might get creative by asking the model to
play around with her hands trying different positions around her head or
face. Keep in mind, though: No flat palms, and the hands should only
show their sides!
3.
You might be familiar with composition rules like the rule of thirds.
In a similar way, pleasing effects can be created by using diagonals.
Also remember that you don’t need to always hold your camera on a
perfectly even level. Don’t be afraid to tilt it, you might achieve some
interesting and unusual perspectives.
4. A really nice and lovely pose with a model sitting. The knees have to touch each other. Shoot slightly from above.
5. Another open and inviting pose with the model lying on the ground. Get down and take your shot nearly from the ground level.
6. Just a variation for a pose with the model lying on the ground.
Both hands might as well be resting on the ground. Works very well
outdoors, on the grass or in a wild flower meadow, for example.
7. A basic easy pose, yet looks absolutely stunning. Get down and
shoot nearly from a ground level. Then try to move gradually around the
model while making shots. Also ask your model to change head and hand
positions.
8. Another easy yet gorgeous pose for all body types. Try different
hand and leg positioning. And remember to focus on the model’s eyes!
9. A really lovely pose. Works well in different surface settings:
The model, for example, might lie on a bed, on the ground, in the grass,
or on a sandy beach. Shoot from a very low angle and focus on the eyes.
10. Gorgeous and easy pose for a model sitting on the ground.
11. Another simple and friendly pose for a model sitting on the ground. Try different directions and angles.
12. A wonderful way to demonstrate the beauty of a model’s physique.
Works very well as a silhouette when shooting against a bright
background.
13. A simple and casual looking pose. Lots of variations are
possible. Ask the model to twist her body, experiment with hand
positioning and try different head turns.
14. Another very simple and elegant pose. The model is turned slightly to the side, hands in back pockets.
15. Leaning slightly forward can be a very attractive gesture. It is a subtle way to emphasize upper body shapes.
16. A sensual pose. By holding the hands above the head body curves are emphasized. Works with fit body types.
17. Endless variations are possible for posing in full height. This
pose is just the starting point. Ask the model to slightly turn her
body, change hand positioning, change head and eye directions etc.
18. A relaxed pose with the model standing upright and supporting her
back against a wall. Remember that the model may use a wall not only to
support her back, but also to put her hands on, or resting a leg against
it.
19. Note that full height settings are very demanding and work well
only with slim to athletic body types. Posing guidelines are simple: The
body should be arched in an S shape, hands should be relaxed, while the
weight finds support on just one leg.
20. An exquisite pose for slim to athletic models. Many variations
are possible. In order to find the best posture, tell the model to
slowly move her hands and twist her body constantly. When you see a good
variant, ask your model to hold still and take some pictures. Repeat
for a full set.
21.
An absolutely romantic and delicate pose. Any kind of cloth (even a
curtain) can be used. Note that the back doesn’t need to be completely
bare. Sometimes as little as a bare shoulder could work pretty well.
So, there’s something for you to start with. Hope you will find at
least couple of poses to work with in different shooting scenarios! Keep
in mind that each of the initial sample poses is meant to be only a
starting point. Each pose has endless variations! Just be creative and
adjust the pose as needed (for example, try different shooting angles
and ask your subject to change hand, head and leg positioning etc.)
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How to Take Beautiful DIY Newborn Photography With a Smartphone
Hiring a professional newborn photographer doesn’t always fit into the budget. This is why many parents turn to DIY newborn photography.
Newborns grow quickly, making photos a must even if you snap them with a smartphone. But newborn photography that you see coming from a professional studio isn’t always safe to try at home.
With a few newborn photo shoot tips, you can snap your own baby pictures. And get results that don’t look like a Pinterest fail.
DIY newborn photos won’t look like the images coming from a professional studio. Besides the differences between a professional camera and a smartphone, newborn photographers are old pros are wrapping babies in snugly, cute positions that are both safe and cute.
I encourage new parents to budget for professional photos. Once they
are grown, you can’t put a price on those early memories. But, if
newborn photos are not in the budget, DIY images are much better than the alternative — no photos at all.
Common DIY Newborn photography questions
Is it OK to Take Pictures of a Newborn?
DIY newborn photography won’t look as great as hiring a professional.
But, all babies should be photographed, and it’s okay to take your own
if you can’t afford a pro.
The key is to use safe, simple poses and leave the complex shots to the pros. Can a Camera Flash Hurt a Baby’s Eyes?
Research has shown no relationship between a camera flash
and a baby’s eyesight — so it’s safe to use. But natural light, such as
window light is often better for taking great newborn photos. What Equipment Do I Need for Newborn Photography? DSLRs and mirrorless cameras
are the most versatile, with the best quality. That doesn’t mean you
can’t take pictures with the camera that’s already in your pocket.
While those cameras are best, if you have to choose between buying
diapers and buying a better camera, buy the diapers. And use the camera
that’s already in your pocket, a smartphone. When to Take Newborn Photos?
Newborn photos are typically taken between seven and 14 days old.
There’s nothing wrong with taking them earlier or later. In the first
week, newborns are still getting the hang of things and typically still
have that umbilical cord stump.
After 14 days, it’s harder to get those sleepy newborn photos, as newborns start to become more alert. How Do You Take Good Newborn Pictures?
Good newborn photos are a result of good lighting, posing, composition, and exposure, among others. To learn how to take good newborn pictures, keep reading.
DIY newborn photography with a smartphone: 9 essential tips
9. Keep the Newborn Safe During the Photoshoot
Those cute photos that you see of newborns holding their own head up in their hands in the “froggy” pose? They aren’t real.
Photos like the froggy pose and other complex shots are composite images.
To keep the baby safe, the photographer’s assistant held the baby in
place. Then the assistant was later Photoshopped out of the image.
The same concept applies to images where the baby appears to be dangling from a hammock or another prop.
DIY newborn photography is only safe when using poses that the baby
can also DIY. Never place the baby in a position that they can’t hold
themselves.
The two safest poses for a baby for DIY newborn photography is
placing the baby on his or her back or side. Go ahead and search
Pinterest for those newborn photo ideas as inspiration. Use safe, simple
poses that the baby can hold without assistance.
The same concept applies to using props. Never place the baby in a
prop that could tip. Props also should be made of safe materials. That
old box with peeling paint you found at a flea market looks cute, lead
paint is not cute.
The safest DIY newborn photography pros are simple blankets, hats, and swaddles.
8. Use an Advanced Camera App for More Control
The camera app that comes pre-installed on your smartphone isn’t
letting that built-in camera live up to its full potential. Consider
using a more advanced camera app for newborn photography.
The app should let you adjust the focus, lighten or darken the image, adjust the white balance and more.
Several advanced apps will also let you shoot a DNG file instead of a
JPG. This file is easier to edit later on, making it great for taking
newborn photos.
Try using the Lightroom mobile app or Camera+ 2 to get more options than the built-in app on your smartphone.
7. Start With Window Light
Great photos need great light. And for baby photography, all you need for great light is a large window during daylight hours.
Large windows work best, but be sure to also choose a window that
doesn’t have direct sunlight streaming in. If there’s a window-shaped
spot of sunlight on the floor, then try a different window or a
different time of the day.
Choose a window on the side of the building that’s not facing the sun.
Working with window light as simple as placing the baby and props near the window — but where near the window?
Position the baby so that the light falls in a natural position. The
top of the baby’s head or the baby’s face should be towards the window.
Placing the baby’s feet towards the window creates unnatural, odd lighting. Sunlight is never coming from your feet.
6. Use Warmth and White Noise to Keep Baby Comfy
Newborns get cold easily. And, since most new babies appear to be
swimming in their clothes, newborn photography is often done with the
baby undressed. Before taking the photos, turn up the thermostat or use a
small space heater. Be careful when using a space heater not to put the
heater too close to the baby.
While the baby will need warmer temperatures than you do, it’s
possible to make the baby too warm too. Aim to have the space around 80
degrees if the baby will be nude or lightly clothed. Aim for less warmth
if you’re planning on using warm clothing or blankets.
Along with keeping the space warm, white noise will also help the
baby stay sleeping for the shoot. Try using a white noise app, running a
fan or space heater, or playing some soft music.
If the space is completely silent, the baby is more likely to wake up
at sudden noises. If the space is already noisy, the noise is less
likely to wake them.
5. Use Wraps and Props for More Variety
Clothes often look too big on newborns — not to mention hiding any
cute fat rolls and other details. Instead of clothing, try a snug,
fitting stretchy wrap.
Swaddling a newborn for photos is art itself, but try doing a basic wrap like this one. Wraps can also help if the baby is having trouble sleeping for the photos.
If you want to dress the baby, consider clothing made specifically for newborn photography. Simple props
can help draw more attention to the baby. A simple solid-colored
blanket can make a great background. You can tape the blanket to a wall
so that the blanket serves as both a ‘floordrop’ and a backdrop.
Hats and headbands are also fun and add a pop of color. You can tuck that hat away in the baby box to remember how small he or she was years down the road.
4. Gently Adjust the Baby’s Arms and Legs
The froggy pose with the baby resting his or her head on the hands
isn’t a DIY pose. But the placement of the infant’s arms and legs can
make a big difference in the image.
While you pose the baby on the back or side, gently move the arms and
legs into a snuggly position. This can mean placing the hands near the
cheeks or crossing the legs to show off baby toes. Never force a baby into a position and always move them slowly and gently.
If they are sleeping soundly and not resisting attempts to reposition
them, adjusting the arms and legs can make all the difference in the
pose.
3. Adjust Your Composition Before You Adjust the Baby
Getting a baby sleeping and nicely posed takes much more time than
actually taking the photo itself. To get the most variety, take photos
from different angles and with different crops before trying to move the baby.
Try and angle straight on to the baby’s face. Then try shooting
directly above the baby, or shooting from an angle slightly above their
face.
Take a photo that shows just the baby’s face, then one that shows the baby from waist up, then a full body shot.
Along with adjusting the angle and crop, you can also change the
subject and try some macro newborn photography. Get in close to the
baby’s tiny hands, for example, or feet.
If you get too close, your smartphone won’t focus properly, so if the
image looks soft, back a little farther away. Smartphone add-on macro lenses can help you get closer and still lock focus.
2. How to Choose a Focal Point
On most smartphones, tapping the screen changes what the camera is
focusing on. In most photos, that means you should tap on the baby’s
eyes (or eyelids, if they are sleeping) to focus on them.
It’s okay to get creative with the focal point, especially when mixed
with a creative composition. Try focusing on the baby’s toes, for
example, the pouty lips, or that wisp of fine baby hair.
1. Use a Phone App for Editing
One of the biggest perks to smartphone photography is that the camera
and the editing computer are one and the same. A little bit of editing
can go a long way into creating great newborn pictures.
Sometimes, the same advanced apps that offer more camera controls offer editing tools too, like Lightroom. Other smartphone photo editing apps to consider are Snapseed and VSCO.
When editing newborn photos, keep it simple. Removing temporary flaws like infant acne or a rash is okay.
Avoid blurring the skin using an app — it looks fake, and babies
don’t need that kind of retouching anyways. Try the healing brush tool
to remove infant acne.
Use color tools to reduce skin redness. In VSCO, for example, use the
HSL editing tab, tap on the red and increase the lightness to lighten
any rashes or skin redness. VSCO also has a skin tone slider that can be
helpful.
Filters are also easy, simple ways to adjust newborn photos on a
smartphone. The exposure, highlights and shadows tools may also come in
handy when working with smartphone newborn photography.
DIY newborn photography is possible with a smartphone. The key is to
follow safe posing and props, and to keep the photos simple.
Use simple tricks like shooting by a window and keeping the newborn
baby calm with white noise. This way, you can capture sweet memories of
your little one. Note: the images used in this article are not all taken with a
smartphone. They are used to illustrate concepts in posing, lighting,
etc.
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girl in this photo was like the Energizer bunny- she wouldn't sit
still! This photo was taken as part of a family portrait session. The
posed shots were challenging because three young children didn't want to
sit still. Once we allowed her to play in the surf a little, we got
much better shots of her.
I am often asked by people, “What can I do to get my children to sit
for a photo?” Children can be among the most compelling of subjects to
photograph, and as a professional, one of the most profitable. But
children have this odd tendency to want to move around, and not sit
still. This can at times be frustrating when looking for that perfect
portrait. To combat this, as a photographer, a change in mindset is in
order. Rather than trying to force the child to sit still, try allowing
the children to move around. Let them get involved in exploring their
surroundings. No, you won’t get the traditional portrait of the subject
sitting in front of the camera, but you may just get something better,
more natural, and more fitting with the child’s personality.
Children can sometimes be the hardest subjects to photograph because
they become self conscious in front of the camera. The worst thing I’ve
ever heard a parent say to a child when being photographed is something
along the lines of “Let’s see a REAL smile!” Parents think they are
helping but saying such things makes the child wonder what’s wrong with
the smile they just gave, and the next one will invariably be worse. By
putting children in their own element, allowing them to explore, to
play, you elicit a more natural response that shows their true
personalities.
This
shot was taken in the child's own home. She was shy around the camera
and wouldn't sit still for me. By allowing her to roam around, talk to
me, get to know me, she let her guard down, and I was able to get some
candid shots of her.
One of the ways to encourage children to be themselves is to put them
in a setting that they’ll want to explore. A studio setting, while
great for the photographer, can be a nightmare for children. The
lighting, the stands, the backgrounds are at times intimidating and at
others distracting. If a child is going to be distracted, have them be
distracted by something that will make a great picture. Often, when I am
approached by people to photograph their children, I’ll suggest a
setting like a beach, a park, or even their own bedroom. These types of
settings put them at ease. Once they are at ease, a variety of shots,
including the traditional portrait, can be captured.
Another
tack to take would be to schedule the session to specifically be a play
session. In the winter, with snow on the ground, a hillside with sleds
can be an ideal setting for capturing children. Bring a couple of
sleds and let them have fun! Build a snowman! Have a snowball fight! In
the summer, at the beach, playing in the water and in the sand provides a
wonderful glimpse into children’s personalities. A pool will work just
as well. Any park setting with a jungle gym is a great starting point
for a children’s session. Let them climb, let them swing, let them get
dirty.
Get the kids out and let them play! Just be sure you are ready with the camera when they do.
In the winter, a snow-covered hillside can be the perfect setting for a children's session.
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7 Tools for Photographing Children That Will Get You Great Shots Everytime!
When it comes to photographing children at portrait sessions, most
often it’s not the gear that gets them to enjoy the session or has them
laughing. In this article, we are going to share the best tools for
photographing children that are not gear related and useful for every portrait session with children.
1. The squeaky chicken (rr any noisy toy)
When it comes to tools for photographing children, there is nothing
more fun than a toy that makes noise. A weird, interesting, noisy, and
curious squeaking chicken is all of those things and more. They come in
various sizes and offer lots of ideas for getting the attention of
smaller children and laughs from older children.
This
is the chicken that I have. When squeezed, it makes a sound that is
able to capture anyone’s
attention. As you can see it gets used quite a
bit.
Use the toy as a way to get the child’s attention toward the camera. A
great tip is to bang your head with it and pretend that it hurt in a
fun and interesting way. Children love unexpected reactions, and you’ll
definitely get big smiles using the chicken.
You can also play hide and seek with the chicken popping it from
behind you in a different direction each time. The child won’t know
where it’ll pop up from next! A huge hit!
These laughs are brought to you by the chicken hitting me on the head. Camera is on a tripod to
avoid shaking.
When the children are a bit older, you can plop the chicken, or any
other noisy toy, on your camera and ask “Hey, where did my chicken go?
Have you seen it?” This can get a great reaction out of the child and
also keep their attention as a fun way to look at the camera long enough
to shoot off a few frames.
2. Bribes
This one is a staple for all children at portrait sessions, but first, make sure you consult with the parents before the session to know if bribery is okay.
Ask your clients if you should bring candy or if they can bring a
favorite treat for the child when its time for the session. Only use in
emergencies since children can lose interest if they have to
continuously work for it.
A small lollipop or chewable candy works wonders when you need them
to smile. You can bribe them with a taste or piece. Make sure to work
quickly, though, because they’ll want that bribe instantly!
Here we used two different games with the parents. The swing game while they walked and the
tickling game. Smiles all around!
3. Play games
Games are probably not going to get you many of those photos where the children are looking
at the camera, however, they will bring about some smiles and great
photos of the family interacting. Luckily, you don’t need much for this
other than some interesting games for all ages!
One that works great with children is to pick them up, especially for
the younger age group. Have mommy and daddy tickle them too.
Another one is to ask the family to look at each other and make some
silly faces! Children love to make silly faces. You can ask them to do
one with silly faces and then one where they smile big at the camera!
Chase is a great game, just make sure you focus fast and can capture
the motion! Children are pretty quick and mommy and daddy will also get a
kick out of chasing their little one around while getting big laughs!
Peek-A-Boo is a great game to play with smaller children under the
age of 3! They know it so well from playing with their parents that when
you do, it will seem familiar. They might even want to play along! Play
peek-a-boo from behind your camera or use a toy to hide and pop out.
Both work really well to grab the attention of the child.
A game that gets the biggest laughs is also when you get close and
tickle them and then back away quickly. Only, the next time you go in to
tickle you don’t actually tickle. It’s good to say “I’m gonna get you”
as you play this game so they anticipate the game!
This trick works best when you have an assistant
so that you don’t miss any shots. If you have to do this yourself, try
and put your camera on a tripod with a wireless shutter release so you
get the smiles even if you’re not at your camera. That works wonders! If
the parents don’t want contact, have one of them play the game with
their child and it can also work to get lots of laughs!
Also, children are great at making up games. So when they start to
play, have everyone play along and then ask them to smile or look your
way! Sometimes you’ll get the child looking at you and other times you
will get great interaction among the family members. Both make great
additions to the final gallery of images!
Children are great at playing games, let them have fun and they’ll look at the camera soon enough.
4. Children’s playlist
When it comes to tools for photographing children, consider music.
Children love music. So it would be a good idea to have a playlist on
your phone of all the classic favorites like Wheels on the Bus, The Ants
Go Marching In, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, and others.
Also, ask your clients what the child likes to listen to as far as music goes and create a specific playlist for that session.
A good plus would be to have a small external speaker so you can have
it on location. That way, you don’t really have to move or hold onto
your phone for the songs to hear the songs. External speakers also sound
a lot louder than just your phone, which can grab the attention of the
child.
5. Mommy and Daddy
One of the best tools for photographing children is Mom and Dad!
Using mom and dad as a way to get the attention of the child can help
because the children can recognize their voice and identify them
quickly, even when they are very young!
Have the parent stand behind you or at least very close to the
camera. That way, when the child looks at them, it’ll seem like they
were looking at the camera.
It’s also fun to play games while the parent is close to you and have
them bonk your head or act like daddy farted. That one works best when
the children are around 4 years old and usually gets a laugh out of
them.
Getting the parents involved in the fun makes the child feel more
comfortable around you, who is new to them or maybe not so familiar.
Have the parents toss the child up into the air or just raise them up
high and smile.
They can also go exploring, dig in the sand, and walk hand-in-hand
with the parents if they’re willing to participate! It will get a lot
more laughs and more authentic expressions from the child.
This tool works great, especially when the child isn’t cooperating,
or it’s difficult to get their attention. The parents know their child
best and can help get those smiles, and they’ll be glad to help!
6. Using the Uh-Oh method
When a child is small, typically around 3 years and under, the sound
of “uh-oh” can get their attention much more than a solid “no”.
Using “uh-oh” can be a great way to get a child’s attention and stop
them from doing something that is not allowing them to look at the
camera or follow instructions. Of course, they’re young, and sometimes
won’t follow instructions at all, so using “uh-oh” can divert them much
better.
7. Props
Props work for various reasons as they can help with the session set
up and overall look. However, when it comes to children, props help keep
children engaged and, most often, in one spot.
Speak with your clients and see what props will work best for the age
of their child(ren). For little ones perhaps cars, blocks, and plush
toys work. For a bit older children, perhaps a kite, picnic set up, or
game works best.
Look for items that add to the session rather than take attention
away from your clients. Choose toys or props that are neutral in color
or go with the color scheme.
While your gear is important during portrait sessions,
especially with children, adding in games, toys, and noisemakers to
your set of skills and gear can really change the way they experience
the session. Your clients will thank you for providing a fun experience
for everyone, all while capturing great images of their children! Do you have any other tools for photographing children that are not gear related? Share with us in the comments!
