FAMILYPORTRAITTIPS
Capturing natural
emotions & expressions
Avoid overly posed subjects for more natural portraits
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Photographing dads
Dads can be reluctant to
stand in front of the camera and
pose. Encourage them to play with
their children to help them relax
- and take some natural shots as
they interact with their kids. Train
sets, reading a story and doing an
‘aeroplane’ (throwing children up in
the air) work well. Be alert to any
potential physical sensitivities, and
minimize shots that show much of
a balding spot or a bulging waistline- men can be just as sensitive as
women to how they look in photos.
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Photographing mums
Many mothers might be
disappointed about having lots of
photographs of their children, but
very few with themselves in the
frame. This is your opportunity
to put that right! Invite mums
throughout the session to get
involved and join in on the children’s
games and activities. Be sure to use
flattering angles – photograph
women from above, and never
from below their chin looking up.