Your Family Session
Preparation Guide
Everything you need to feel calm, ready and confident, so we can simply enjoy the time together and create photos you'll treasure for years.
Welcome!
I'm so happy you've chosen me to capture your family. There is no rush during our session: we'll take breaks whenever anyone needs them, and I'll gently guide every pose, so no one has to wonder what to do in front of the camera. Please share any wishes or special needs in your questionnaire, and I'll plan the session around your family.
Your Timeline
Choose your color palette and start planning outfits for everyone.
Try everything on, lay outfits side by side and check they look good together. Iron or steam.
Tidy the rooms we'll use, set up your tree and lights, charge phones, prep snacks for little ones.
Everyone dressed 15 minutes early. Relax: I'll take care of the rest.
What to Wear
With a big family, coordinated colors make the photos look calm, elegant and timeless. The golden rule:
Coordinate, don't match. Everyone wears colors from the same palette, in different pieces and textures, so no one blends together or stands out too much.
Burgundy · cream · camel
Ivory · oatmeal · soft gray
Olive green · cream · tan
Navy · cream · cognac brown
- Solid colors and soft textures: knits, wool, velvet, linen
- Different shades of your palette across the family
- Comfortable outfits everyone can sit and move in
- Clean shoes or cozy socks (we're at home!)
- Kids' outfits chosen first, then build around them
- More than 3 colors in the group
- Logos, words, cartoon characters
- Neon or very bright colors
- Small busy patterns and thin stripes
- Everyone in identical outfits
Not sure? Send me a photo of the outfits laid out together, and I'll happily help you choose.
Preparing Your Home
Remove clutter, toys, cords and bright plastic items from the rooms we'll use.
A sofa, the tree or a fireplace with open space in front is perfect for the whole-family photo.
Have your tree decorated and the lights working. Warm white lights look the most magical.
I bring studio lighting, so a free outlet nearby and an easy parking spot help a lot.
On the Day
- I'll arrive about 20 minutes early to set up the lights. Please have everyone dressed and ready by start time.
- Feed little ones before we start and keep a few snacks and water nearby (no colorful candy or drinks on clothes).
- Bring a favorite toy or blanket for anyone who feels more comfortable with it.
- Breaks are always welcome. We'll go at your family's pace, with no rush at all.
- If anyone is sensitive to bright light or noise, let me know: I'll adjust the lighting and keep things calm.
- Pets are welcome in a few photos. A second adult to help with them is a big plus.
I'll guide every pose and arrange everyone beautifully. The best photos come from real moments: hugs, laughter and a little bit of fun. I can't wait to meet your family!