SESSION GUIDE
Outdoor Family Session
During our lifestyle outdoor session, your family is directed into natural poses.
We strive to capture a couple images with everyone looking at the camera, but the session is focused on capturing life today, as you are.
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The session will feel relaxed and laid back, and I gently guide you to where everyone looks comfortable, is in great light, and where connections can happen.
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During the session, we may document your moments simply as they unfold, with minimal to no direction.
Enjoy this time you've set aside hanging with your people!
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We'll chat.
You'll play, run, explore, snuggle, laugh.
We'll enjoy nature and our surroundings and go with the flow.
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We put out good vibes and encourage an environment and experience everyone will enjoy during our time together.
It's all good during the session!
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WHAT SHOULD THE FAMILY
WEAR
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LAYERS: More is more here (unless it’s a bazillion degrees outside.) Layers can add dimension and interest.
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NEUTRALS: Consider building your outfits around a neutral base and pop in a color or two.
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MATCHING: Identical or “themed” outfits is not usually good.
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FOOTWEAR: We’re trudging through the best of what mother nature has to offer, so make good choices! If on the beach you won't be wearing shoes the majority of the time.
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PETS: Of course, bring them! And also consider having a ‘helper’ along to take them when they’re done or be able to bring them back to the car.
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BUGS: Wear bug repellent for ticks and mosquitos! Pop some in your bag or car. Perfumes can attract bees. So be careful not to use much.
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OUTFIT INSPIRATION GUIDE: Visit my BLOG POST here to see lots of tips, ideas, and advice! If you still want to gather more thoughts before going for it, do an online or Pinterest search for what to wear for a family photos.
WHAT DO I DO WITH MY HANDS
I love for your hands to be on your significant other, in an embrace, on one of the kids, giving a hug, stroking someones hair, holding your baby's hands or feet.
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If you ever feel that awkward "I-don't-know-what-to-do-with-my-hands" feeling that I haven't addressed on the spot yet, try resting them on the family member closest to you, or look for someone near by to snuggle in!
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I'll help direct and guide you during the session.
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Enjoy your family, connect with them, look at them, smile at them.
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We are going to have a great session!
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Smaller kids success tips
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GOOD VIBES DURING OUR TIME: I don't want the kids to look and smile at me for every picture, so please don't force them.
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TREATS: If you bring “bribes” or “rewards” treats, have them only for the very, very end or totally after the session! We can use these “big guns” if they start to lose interest at end. If you bring out bribes or treats in the middle of a session - it can make it a little difficult to move forward in the best way. MAKE IT OF THE NON MESSY / STICKY VARIETY IF YOU BRING ANYTHING. Don't hold it over their heads either. That can be very frustrating for them and it'll show.
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MAKE IT A FUN THING: Plan the whole day around the shoot. You can make it a fun & big deal! Make it the highlight of the day! Schedule naps and dinner around the session. Get a dessert after perhaps.
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FAVORITE ITEM FROM HOME: Another good idea for little ones, is to bring their favorite toy. Even if it isn’t something you think won't photograph well, it can make the session more enjoyable for them, and help them behave naturally. We can bring it out towards the end of the session, if at all. Just something good to have along, if you'd like.
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WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE SESSION
After the session, I'll work to upload your images into my systems and keep them safe. I'll curate a wonderful gallery to begin professionally enhancing.
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Your finished high resolution images will be available in an online web gallery which will be emailed within 5-6 weeks after the session. In the email, you'll receive your gallery link, along with advice for saving, printing tips, & directions to download.
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The final payment, if that is still pending, is due on the session day preferably in cash. Check or bank transfer is good, too. Or another form if needed.
THANK YOU
Have questions or want to chat more about our upcoming photographs?
Feel free to to contact any time.
Please reach out through email mariarosaphoto@gmail.com. We can also schedule a call.
I'll return messages asap usually within 24 hours.
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See you soon!
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A photograph has picked up a fact of life, and that fact will live forever.
-Raghu Rai
