How To Convince Your Partner To Do A Family Shoot

You might think your kids will be the difficult participants in a photo shoot, but often it’s your partner or spouse who needs convincing. I’ve worked with a lot of wonderful husbands and dads who did their best to help the shoot run smoothly, but sometimes they are a little reluctant (or just plain camera shy) - and that’s okay!

Here are my top tips on how to get your hubby on board for a family photo shoot:

Tip #1: Explain Why It’s IMportant

Because yes, it is important to have beautiful photos of your family. One of you is always behind the camera, and this is the best way to have you all together AND looking good.

Tip #2: Reassure him that you’ve found a great photographer

(Ahem, hopefully, me 😉). Spend some time explaining that this won't be an awkward posed shoot. I’ll do my best to make things as relaxed and easy-going as possible - all he has to do is bond with you and the kids while I snap away in the background.

Tip #3: Include something he loves to do

Maybe it’s playing soccer on the beach with his kids or watching them ride their bikes along the waterfront - whatever it is, we can incorporate it into the shoot to help him relax and forget I’m there.