It's Photo Shoot Season! - 4 Tips on Getting Great Family Photos ...

When I first became a mother, I planned elaborate photo shoots with my daughter. I hoped to capture every moment, every memory on film. I was absolutely amazed that I played a part in creating this lovely little person and wanted to document her journey here on earth. I had a schedule. She would get her pictures taken every three months?and that?s just counting professional photos. I would spend hours selecting outfits, booking appointments and picking proofs. I was disappointed when she refused to smile, fought me over wardrobe changes or?didn?t?want to be bothered. I spent hundreds of dollars on photography sessions, and after exhausting my energy and money, I ended up placing the pictures in a drawer, forgetting to distribute them to all of our family members. And as time went on, I didn?t stick to the schedule. Sometimes we took photos back-to-back. Other times we went months without posing for a picture. And you know what? My favorite photo is one that wasn?t planned! I hardly had on any makeup, and it was late at night on her first birthday. My talented cousin lit the picture beautifully.

Now, I don?t follow a calendar. I schedule Christmas card shoots, but other than that, we live life, snapping shots when we feel like it. This morning, a friend of mine, Joanne Wallington, who?s beautiful family is featured in this story, reminded me that you can?t control family photography. Here?s a simple way to get a shot without getting stressed.

Photos Courtesy:?Danae Hampton

1. Dress Alike

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You don?t have to dress up, but dress alike. Coordinate colors and outfits. And throw out the red and green dress code if you like! You can still make a Christmas card wearing white, blue or even purple.

BMWK ? Please share with us your experiences with trying to get a family photo. ?Did you ever pay for pictures?only to forget to share them?

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About the author

Not long ago, Heather Hopson was an award-winning television host in the Cayman Islands. Today, she?s writing a different kind of story as a new mom at www.diaryofafirsttimemom.com. The site includes fabulous features, such as Gaga Giveaways, The Mommy Experiment, Mom Minutes and a Video Diary.

Source: http://blackandmarriedwithkids.com/2012/12/its-photo-shoot-season-4-tips-on-getting-great-family-photos/

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