Life can go by pretty quickly, particularly if you have kids. They are young one moment, and then suddenly they are leaving for school, college, or the real world. Every family experiences important times and priceless moments that should be preserved along the way. Family photography in Dubai is, by far, the best way to record and preserve moments.

Since families come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, the definition of family photography must be equally flexible. It can involve anything from photographing a newborn infant to gathering all the living generations of an extended family.

What to Wear During Family Photoshoots

Helping the family get ready for the occasion is an important part of your role in taking family portrait pictures. The simplest strategy is to get everyone to cooperate; this is much easier with young children than with rebellious teens. Asking them to dress in a theme is an additional choice.

The first benefit of having a well-coordinated wardrobe is that you won’t have to waste time approving outfit selections. When their fashion choices don’t clash or match, the composition as a whole works better.

In contrast to a single shirt’s loud color, neutral soft colors and tones always work best. Keep it informal and take into account how your choices will appear where they are being used. Make sure they bring some spare clothes in case of minor mishaps when photographing newborns.

The important thing is how you explain to the family why their decisions are important for their family portrait session. Ask them how they want their pictures to appear. Engage them in the decision-making process so that it feels natural to them and reflects the way they live as a family.

How to Pose

Posing other people, especially when photographing children, is by far one of the most difficult aspects of any family portrait session.

Work with the parents to get their support when staging the scene if you’re photographing young children. Reclining on the floor, sitting up, and standing are common poses. Be aware of the space you have available and the types of poses you can use.

Combining these styles can significantly alter how balanced a family portrait is. The viewer will be confused by a family portrait if the adults are standing while the kids are seated on the floor. The composition is more pleasing when the parents sit and the kids stand, as everyone’s eyes are level.

When working with infants or toddlers, sit the parents down while the children are playing in front of them as you work closer to the floor. One of my top recommendations is to collaborate with the family and try a variety of poses and setups so they have options when they view the final images.

Speak With the Parents About Their Children’ Behavior

Clients frequently express concern about their kids’ behavior. It’s a good idea to warn them against preparing their children for photos by telling them to smile and look at the camera. There are times when children arrive at the session upset and dreading having to look at you. 

Make sure to inform parents that their children’s behavior is appropriate. As long as you are receiving the shots you require, reassure your parents that they don’t need to chastise the kids, even though they can be unruly at times.