Helpful tips and info from your Family & Newborn Photographer | Atlanta & Decatur, GA
What is a Family Photography Mini Session?
A family mini session is a photo session that is shorter in length than one of my regularly offered sessions. My mini sessions are 15 minutes versus a regular session that is about an hour.
I choose the location for the mini sessions. These sessions are booked back to back with other families, so I pick a great location ahead of time so everyone knows where to go.
Because the time is shorter, then you will receive less photos than from one of my regular sessions.
Mini sessions are only offered a couple times during the year, usually a couple days in the spring & in the fall. They have limited spots as well, so join my email list to get first dibs on spots when they do come around!
How to make the most of your mini family photo session?
Show up about 10 minutes BEFORE the start time of you session. Kids (and adults) need a little time of transition. You don’t want to hop out of the car and right into your session. If you give yourself a few minutes before your session to let the kids see and get acquainted with the photo location then everyone will do better during the shoot itself. Also, taking a few minutes allows everyone to take some deep breaths and relax. Getting your photos taken can be such a fun experience, but you need to be calm and ready to enjoy it.
We all know getting a child ready to go can take time, sometimes a good amount. (Why does it sometimes take 10 minutes to put a shoe on?!?) So please have your kids picture ready upon arrival! Since these are shorter sessions, make sure your kid’s outfits are on, faces are clean, and everyone has gone to the bathroom beforehand. That way you can spend the time interacting and enjoying each other while I take photos, instead of trying to get that pesky shoe on…
Did you really want a picture of just the kids or another special request? Please tell me at the start of the session. I want to prioritize what you want from the photo shoot and make sure we don’t run out of time, so just let me know! Need one of just the mom and kids? Let’s do it!!
What to Wear to your Family Photo Session?
This seems to be one of the more stressful things to figure out when getting your photo taken. What in the world do you wear?
First of all, let’s start with a few basic guidelines.
Pick out and wear weather appropriate clothing. If a child is cold, then you are much more likely to get someone who isn’t happy, won’t smile, and is generally not having a good time. Cute sweaters and layers can keep a small body warm and still look adorable when the weather is chillier.
Try on the clothes before the day of the session. Last minute growth spurt and pants too short? Shoes now too tight? Dress WAY bigger than expected? All these things can make last minute changes stressful, so try on clothes ahead of time to prevent needing to switch things up when it is too late.
CLICK HERE FOR MY ADVICE ON WHAT TO WEAR FOR YOUR FAMILY PHOTOS!
Still stumped? Lay out all the clothes you chose on the bed or floor and take a look at them. Do the colors/patterns go together? Does it look cohesive.
If you are still unsure, then take a quick picture of the clothes laid out and send it to me. I am happy to give you my opinion and some suggestions, because I am here to help make your family photo experience the best it can be!
Monica Conlin is a family and newborn lifestyle photographer that specializes in newborn photography, Fresh 48 photography, maternity photography, smash cake photography, school photography, and family photography. Monica is based in Decatur, GA and services Decatur, Atlanta, and the surrounding areas (including, by not limited to: Kirkwood, East Lake, Edgewood, Lake Claire, Candler Park, Inman Park, Ormewood Park, Grant Park, Reynoldstown, East Atlanta, Cabbagetown, Old Fourth Ward, Virginia Highland, Avondale, Midtown, Downtown Atlanta, Ansley Park, Morningside-Lenox Park, Druid Hills, Piedmont Heights, Poncey-Highland).
Please contact Monica Conlin Photography at hello@monconpix.com if you need a Newborn Lifestyle Photographer, Newborn at home Photographer, Lifestyle Family Photographer, newborn photographer, baby photographer, or maternity photographer.
