Hey there, lovely families! Fall is just around the corner, and you know what that means—crisp air, vibrant foliage, and the perfect opportunity for unforgettable family photos! If you're planning to participate in Tracy's fall mini sessions at Elan Studio, I've got you covered with some tips and suggestions to help you prepare and make the most of your experience without any stress. So, let's dive in!
1️⃣ Plan your outfits with care: Coordinating your family's outfits can add an extra touch of magic to your photos. Embrace the warm, autumnal colors like deep reds, burnt oranges, earthy browns, and mustard yellows. Mix and match textures and layers to add depth and visual interest. Remember, comfort is key, so choose outfits that make you feel at ease and reflect your family's style. Moms, dress yourselves first! i.e. ladies, find the outfit you love, and then coordinate everyone else to complement you! Once you book your mini session, Tracy will send you current style guides to inspire you!
2️⃣ Consider the location: Tracy at Elan Studio knows how to capture the essence of fall in her photographs. Whether it's a beautiful park, fall garden, woods or field, Tracy’s location choice will set the backdrop for your session. Take a moment to read Tracy’s style guide suggestions specific to location, this way, you can align your outfits and accessories accordingly. This time of year is very tricky to plan in terms of temperature, it could be super warm or quite chilly as we all have experienced New England fall. So consider being prepared with coordinating tights, and a cardigan or blazer, etc. to add layers (especially for the little ones) if needed.
3️⃣ Dressing Siblings: If you are dressing siblings, I find one of the easiest things to do when planning a session is to find one piece, say a shirt for your son, or skirt for your daughter, and then work from there, pull a color, or think of complementary colors to dress the sibling. Try not to dress the same, but rather, have complement.
4️⃣ Relax and have fun: Family photoshoots are supposed to be enjoyable and stress-free! Trust in Tracy's expertise and relax knowing that she will capture beautiful moments of your family's bond. Don't worry about perfect poses or forced smiles—just be yourselves and let the genuine love and connection shine through.
5️⃣ Schedule wisely and arrive early. Being prepared in terms of timing will help you and your little ones feel relaxed and ready to make memories. These sessions are just 15-minutes long and Tracy will accomplish a lot in this short amount of time. However, should you feel as though your family will need a lot of time to warm up or will require downtime with transitions, consider scheduling a full session with Tracy, as opposed to a mini.
Prepare your little ones: If you have young children, it's helpful to talk to them about the upcoming session in an exciting and positive way. Involve them in the process by letting them choose a special outfit or accessory. Remember, natural and candid moments are often the most precious, so allow them to be themselves and let their personalities shine.
6️⃣ Trust in the professional: Finally, remember that Tracy is a skilled photographer who has been photographing families for over a decade and she knows how to capture the essence of your family beautifully. Trust her creative vision and expertise. Feel free to share any specific requests you may have, but also give her the freedom to work her magic. Trusting in her abilities will allow you to relax and fully enjoy the experience.
Fall mini sessions with Tracy at Elan Studio are an opportunity to cherish the love and connection within your family while creating stunning memories that will last a lifetime in a quick, stress-free session. By following these tips and suggestions, you'll be well-prepared, relaxed, and ready to make the most of this wonderful experience.
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