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Tip #4 Part 2, Clothing Options 👕 The second op

Tip #4 Part 2, Clothing Options
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The second option for clothing is what I call everyday chic 😂
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Basically, let the entire family pick what they want. This requires some effort on Mom's part to let go of the Pinterest illusion.
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This option is great if your kids have a wild sense of style or a favorite shirt they never take off and you want to remember it. Princess dress? Feather boa? Mismatched colors? No problem. (swipe to see Lyla's outfit of choice!)
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I recommend everyday chic if the session is at home and leans toward the documentary/lifestyle approach, such as a family film. The goal is to capture everyday life, so treat the session like any other day.
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Years down the road, you'll have forgotten all about the clothes you would have rushed around to gather. What you'll cherish is the way your kids were. The memory of the kids, free to be themselves.
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Tip #4 Part 1: Clothing Options 👚 I give my cli

Tip #4 Part 1: Clothing Options
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I give my clients two options. The first, color coordinate and curate an aesthetically pleasing look worthy of Pinterest. This will result in beautiful images but can come with battles.
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Littler kids (and let's face it, some teenagers) can pull a complete 180 and refuse to wear what you've picked, leaving you unhappy going into the session. (Psst, see Tip #2 - your attitude will dictate the entire family's mood!)
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A tip if this occurs, let them wear what they want to the session and bring the outfit you picked. Often, the photographer can hype up the child's outfit, snap a few, and convince them to change.
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I've had this happen on several occasions. Kids just want to be seen and validated. Having an adult do so that is not mom or dad usually will suffice. Then, they're ready to cooperate.
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Stay tuned for clothing option 2 tomorrow!
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Tips for Clothing for Family Photos. One of the mo

Tips for Clothing for Family Photos. One of the most anxiety causing parts of family photos is picking clothing.
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But I’m here to tell you it doesn’t have to be that way!
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Stay tuned for my tips on planning clothing for family photos.

Tip #3: On to the kids! 👼🏽 Let's continue ta

Tip #3: On to the kids! 👼🏽 Let's continue talking about preparing for your film and photo session.
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A few reminders to your kids, week of, can go a long way. This goes for kids of all ages!
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For the littles, explain the family will spend some time together on the date of the session playing while a photographer takes photos of them.
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Make it a game by saying you'll be counting the number of smiles or times they listen the first try.
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It doesn’t hurt to have some bribes ready. I’m not encouraging bribing always but we all know it works. I’ve witnessed one Skittle turn entire sessions around.
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Again, TRUST your photographer. Kids, big and small, often listen to other adults better than their parents. We've got lots of tricks up our sleeves, so let us run the show!
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For tips on preparing your significant other and yourself, see the last two posts.
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Tip #2: YOUR Mindset . Ok mom, I see you. You've t

Tip #2: YOUR Mindset
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Ok mom, I see you. You've talked to your SO & kids and they're on board for family photos (see Tip #1 yesterday for more on this!).
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Let's face it, YOUR attitude and mindset leading up to photos will have a profound effect on the way everyone else shows up.
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Check your expectations. Are you picturing a conflict free session where every dream shot you've saved on Pinterest comes true?
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That's called setting yourself up for failure. I mean, when have your preconceived expectations of anything EVER turned out the way you imagined? I know for me it's never.
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It's ok to have an idea of what your final images will look like (and be sure to share that with your photographer!) but know that your expectations will dictate your enjoyment of the entire experience.
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Let. It. Go. Trust your photographer. Show up with a true smile because at the end of the day, your presence and mindset will rub off on your family.
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And that will lead to success.

Looking for AUTHENTICITY in for your family photos

Looking for AUTHENTICITY in for your family photos? Moms, I know it ALL falls on you, so stay tuned as I share tips to ease the stress of the process.
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Tip #1: Mindset
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Acknowledge that photos may not be fun for your significant other. Express to them how much you’ll cherish having something to show the kids down the road.
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Tell them it would mean the world if they could swing their mindset to happy and calm just for a very short time. Promise you’ll do the same and won’t force the kids to do anything.
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Give kids a few reminders the week of that you’re going to spend some time together. While a photographer is there, you’ll snuggle and run and play together as a family. Their job is to have fun!
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Have you tried any of these ideas in the past? Share what you've done in the comments! Stay tuned for more throughout the coming weeks!
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