4 Tips To Help You Roll With (And Embrace) The Chaos

I hate to break it to you, but your family photo shoot will not go as planned. There will be shouting and noise and hopefully a lot of laughter, but it will not be the day you envisioned. And that’s okay!

 If you’re a little prepared for the unexpected (as much as one can be), we can ensure you still have a wonderful day with your family, as well as beautiful pictures to remember it by. Here are my top 4 tips on how to deal with unexpected hiccups during a shoot.

TIP #1: Pack Snacks

This is my number one tip for good reason! Kids get cranky when they’re hungry, so bring a variety of their favourite snacks to the shoot.

 TIP #2: Bring Extra Outfits

With snacking comes the possibility of messing, which is fine. Just have an extra shirt or dress on standby so we can do a quick wardrobe change if necessary. 

TIP #3: Have Fun and Relax

Your kids respond to your energy, so if you’re anxious and uptight about getting those “perfect photos”, guess what? Little Johnnie isn’t going to calm down any quicker. Do what you need to for your kids to feel seen and heard, whether it’s a snack or a cuddle, and then we’ll carry on. 

TIP #4: Expect Tears

And resistance. We may be lucky and have a morning or afternoon of joy and play, but chances are pretty good there will be one or two tense moments (depending on the ages of your kids). Breathe. Play a familiar game or go for a quick walk together. It will pass. 

 A family shoot gives you wonderful memories to cherish for years to come. It won’t always be smooth sailing (or maybe it will be), but remember that you are in experienced hands and applying the above tips will help with any potential hiccups.