Tips for Fall and Holiday Family Photos | Raleigh Family Photographer
Raleigh is beautiful during the Fall & holiday season. As the seasons change, many families look forward to capturing memories together. The Fall and the holiday seasons are perfect for creating beautiful, lasting images that you can share with loved ones. Whether you’re planning a cozy autumn session or holiday portraits to send out with greeting cards, here are some helpful tips to make the most of your family photo session.
Coordinate Outfits
Coordinating outfits is a great way to create a cohesive look in your family photos. For fall, consider warm, earthy tones—think mustard, deep greens, burnt orange, and shades of brown. These colors complement the season and photograph beautifully against natural backgrounds. For the holiday season, jewel tones or classic colors like deep red, navy, and ivory can add a festive touch. Choose outfits that feel comfortable. Layers and textures can add depth to photos, so feel free to mix sweaters, scarves, and jackets.
Prepare the Kids with Fun and Patience
When it comes to family photos, kids can be unpredictable, and that’s okay! Most people prefer a mini session over a full session when they have younger children. 15 minutes is the perfect amount of time to get some updated photos of them! To make it a little easier, before the session, talk to your kids about what to expect and make it sound like a fun adventure. Even when things get a little silly, embrace their candidness and little personalities. The goal is to capture your family as you are, so a little playfulness is always welcome. Oh, and snacks, bring snacks.
3. Think About Your Display and Gift Options
Once your session is over, you’ll have a gallery of beautiful images to choose from. These photos make wonderful gifts for grandparents, family members, and close friends. They’re also perfect for holiday cards or framed displays in your home. I offer professional prints, calendars, customized folios, greeting cards and more through your gallery that make it easy to order, print and cherish your memories for years to come.
4. Book Your Session Today!
Whether you book a mini session or a full portrait session, Fall and the holiday season are fast approaching, and I’m here to help you create beautiful family photos. Spaces are filling up quickly this year so reach out to me soon to schedule your family photos.
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