WHAT TO WEAR
Styling your session doesn’t have to be stressful. A good rule of thumb is to coordinate without being too matchy. Choose one person’s outfit first (usually the person planning the session) and then style everyone around that outfit. Pick a 2-3 color palette with neutrals that flow throughout the outfits and try mixing patterns, textures and fabrics. You can also search mini sessions on Instagram or Pintrest for inspo! Keep in mind that busy patterns do not always photograph as well as solid colors. 

Other tips:

• Most importantly – dress in something you feel comfortable and confident in

• Accessorize! Fun hats and thoughtful jewelry look great in photos

• Avoid large logos, thin stripes and animated characters on clothes

• Avoid neon colors that may leave a color cast on faces and skin

COME PREPARED
Feel free to bring snacks and water for kids or a favorite toy that you wouldn’t mind ending up in the photos. Mini sessions happen so quickly that it may take a little one a few minutes to warm up to a new face with a camera, and sometimes a favorite comfort item may help.

DON’T STRESS AND HAVE FUN!
Don’t think of it as a photoshoot. Think of it as a few minutes of uninterrupted time with your family or loved one, hugging, kissing, snuggling, laughing, running, twirling…no work, phones or email. Just a few, sweet moments together. Relaxed families = beautiful photos.

We start right away with a few posed family shots, but quickly work our way to very easy-going family interactions with lots of candids, laughter and fun. Our goal is the capture the essence and love in your interactions. 

A FEW HELPFUL TIPS DURING THE SESSION
Stay close to one another: hold hands, snuggle, hug, put a hand on a shoulder. Make as much contact as you can with your friends, partner, and/or family. This will help show the love and connection you have for one another. Don't be afraid to get silly!