As an Orlando Family Photographer one of my biggest goals is to ensure you fully enjoy your personalized family photo session with your babies. I want you to soak it all in, leave all your worries aside and make memories with your crew while I document all of it.
Most of the families I serve are young growing families. This means I might meet you for the first time at your maternity session or maybe your first photo session with your new little one. Whichever phase of life you are in just know it is ALL worth documenting because it goes faster than you think. The old wise saying "the days are long but the years are short" could not be more true.
Most of us know that toddlers really do not pose. It's just not something they do, no way, no how. Our approach here is not to say sit still and don't move. They have so much energy and genuine curiosity that it would be a shame to not let them just express themselves. After all, what we are looking to document is this phase of your life, just as it is in all its glory.
So what do I do to get the attention of the littles, or at least attempt to get some of their attention? Well, most children love to play, it's how they learn about the world around them. It allows them to use their senses, express themselves, and use their imagination. So what better way to get them engaged than to allow them to play.
These are some of my favorite games for children:
1. Ring around the Rosie
2. Run to mom/dad parents
3. Sit on dad's shoulders and play peek a boo
4. Use a blanket to play parachute
5. Tickle Monster
6. Take turns giving kisses on the cheek
7. Snuggle together for a big family hug
This is also a great time to insert some of your personal family habits, traditions, or pastimes. Perhaps your child loves story time or has a favorite book that they love hearing your read to them. Bring that book to your photo session and lets get some beautiful portraits of your little in your lap or listening eagerly beside as you read to them.
If you are a musical family, bring your favorite instrument to include. Maybe you love having mini dance sessions with your littles, let's get some footage of that!
The result will be real, unscripted, moments of joy and connection.
Let's find the perfect Central Florida photo session location for your family!
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