A Guide to Fall Minis with Becks Photography

So you've booked photos with Becks Photography, how exciting! You have taken a great first step in capturing you but we still have some things to consider, and I'm about to give you some great tips on what your next steps are!

UNWAVERING FACTORS THAT MAKE YOUR PHOTOS GREAT

If you want amazing photos please read this entire article, it will make all of the difference BUT if you only take a small amount of advice from me take this. I don't think I've ever taken a bad photo for someone who had a great attitude their entire session and who followed my style guide. Your attitude and your clothes make a HUGE difference in the outcome of your photos. Trust me, I've been doing this for years!

WHAT TO EXPECT

A mini session with me is quick, efficient and fun! I really want you to enjoy this time together. I come prepared with many poses for your session and walk you though them by telling and showing you how to do them. I will help guide you into posing but (if you have children) I encourage you not to push your children and to let them gently lead while you play and love on them. Come ready to love on each other and play!

WHAT TO WEAR

Let's talk about what to wear to my fall minis. Believe it or not, the outfits that you choose for your pictures have a huge impact on the mood and outcome of your photos. HUGE. Choosing which outfits look best isn't easy but it's so important. If your dream is to create magical and whimsical photos, consistent to the work you see on my website, follow these tips.

• Creams and beiges are timeless and photograph best
• If you like colors, wear muted earth tones
• Bold, bright, and neon colors do not photograph well, I highly suggest avoiding them
• Try to avoid excessive patterns but instead incorporate textures and layers
• Dress up but keep in mind that a family session involves play and lots of movement
• Choose outfits and shoes that you can comfortably move and play in (even you mom!)
• Remove apple watches, along with everything in your pockets

When it's time to pick out an outfit, please take the time to read my full style guide (<--click the link). It's so important that you take full advantage of all of the resources that I offer and my expertise when choosing outfits. I now offer customized style inspiration to help you choose outfits that flatter you, photograph well, and complement who you are! Let’s elevate your look to create photos that reflect who you are while also creating a stunning visual story. If you are interested in this fill out the form that I sent in your welcome email.

If you have any questions at all, please reach out to me and I'd be more than happy to help you choose the most magical outfit!

MINDSET

I am a lifestyle photographer who loves to capture authentic moments and emotions. Arguably the most important tip I can give you is to come into your session with the right mindset. Be patient, and have a great attitude, come ready to have fun with your family. Your children can sense stress and frustration, it's so important for you to be calm and joyful. I always start every family photo shoot with a few posed photos. After that, you will play and spend time connecting with your children while I capture truly magical candid photos. Kids will be kids, they want to have fun and feel loved. When you are looking back at the family photos that we took together, do you want negative memories of being upset at your children for not standing still or do you want joyful memories of playing with your children and enjoying family time?

What can you do?

• be patient with your children
• remember that your role during our photo shoot is to have fun with your family and enjoy their company
• please DO NOT bring any candy, snacks or toys to bribe your children. This never ends well.
• have an open mind when it comes to poses and prompts that I use
• don't be negative or stressed, I promise to be patient with your precious family
• DON'T, I repeat, do NOT come hungry. I think we all know that hangry is not good, lol (check out this list of local businesses with weekly food/play deals)

How can you prep your children?

• talk to them about meeting me
• prep them to listen well to my instructions
• let them lead, keep a mindset of playing with them and making them happy
• try to avoid bribery and instead explain to them that photos are a fun experience (because they will be!)
• if having a perfect posed photo is important to you, consider bringing a friend or family member to stand behind the camera and help them smile/look my direction

My #1 goal during our session together is to create and capture authentic smiles from your children. In my experience, this happens easiest when the parents are also having fun! PLEASE smile, play, love on, and have fun with your children!

I CANNOT WAIT FOR OUR SESSION TOGETHER!

If you follow this guide, I can assure you that we are going to create truly magical and whimsical family photos!