When everyone from your family has come together from all over after so long of being apart, you know you want some photos of the group! But extended family sessions are so long, the kids get impatient and wiggly, and if the weather is really hot or really cold, nobody's happy.
But when your family is all together in one place, you should get those photos!! Let me tell you three ways to make your extended family sessions not only easy, but also fun!!
1. Make a List
Make a list of all your family members. This will include how they are related to the family and their names! Being specific helps your photographer to become more familiar with your family and be able to direct people more easily. Write out different combinations you would like to get during the session. As your photographer, I'll still make sure there's nothing that might be missing from the list. Making this list makes the session go so much smoother. With more direction for the photographer, the session goes by faster and everyone can go get dinner sooner!
2. Pick a Designated Person to Help
Designate one person who knows everyone and is willing to take charge a bit. The list is super helpful, but the photographer doesn't always know everyone. The designated person can point people out and tell them where to go or get the people together for the next shot.
3. Give Yourself Enough Time
Nothing is worse than rushing to get everyone's family portraits done really quick before the sun goes down. Extended family sessions can take a couple hours. Make sure that everyone in the family knows how long the session is expected to take. Bring some water (especially if it's hot outside) and maybe some snacks to keep the kiddos happy.
Additional Tip: Just Have Fun!
It's okay if the kids aren't perfectly posed all the time. Those shots where your kids are looking at each other are perfectly imperfect and some of my favorites! Let everyone have fun together as a family! I promise those photos of your family interacting and laughing with each other are some of the best
In the end, you're going to be so happy you got extended family photos taken!! They don't have to be stressful at all! Next time everyone's in town, give me a call and we'll get some photos for you!!
❤️Maddie
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