Sunday, December 9, 2012

Portrait Photography Session For Children

By Christine Taylor


It's not as simple to take pictures of kids as it is to shoot photos of adults. Kids, especially those who are really young, rarely want to sit still for a few minutes to have their photos taken. Parents can take snapshots of their wee ones, but it's definitely a challenge to have their portrait photo captured. But although it is close to impossible to have them behave for a couple of minutes to smile at the camera, the outcomes are going to be priceless.

Unlike grown-ups, very young kids can't be expected to just pose before the camera and give the photographer their best smile. Not every child is an actor. Many of them couldn't care less if they don't have a "nice" photo at all. For them, a few minutes to sit still is too long. Whether it's a family portrait or a solo photo, it's going to be a challenge to shoot professional photographs of a young child.

It's a challenge, yes, but it's not impossible to shoot Children photography. Parents and photographers must just keep in mind a few things when taking a kid's portrait photo. First, be prepared and bring the kid's favourite toy. For a child, it's always playtime, even though it's business for the photographer and the parents. They would be boisterous and get bored immediately even before the photographer takes the first shot. If they have their favourite toy, it can distract them to sit still long enough. The toy can also help catch their attention on the camera.

Unfed kids can become very grouchy. Bring lightweight refreshments that are easy to consume and clean on the photo shoot. Avoid those that require utensils to eat. Lack of sleep can also make kids grouchy so ensure that they have complete sleep before the photo shoot.

Don't forget to make the kid comfortable during the photography for children Singapore pictorial. Bring food and toys for the child and dress them in comfy outfits. photo shoots for children should be fun. You don't need the child to pose very formally. In children's photos, the aim is to show the kid's innocence and personality in the image. They may look adorable in their small tuxedo and little dresses and hair fascinators but if they don't look and feel comfy in their clothes, the whole portrait session would just be ruined.




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