So when I woke up this morning, I heard birds chirping...and birds chirping means the weather is getting nicer....and nicer weather means WE GET TO GO OUTSIDE! Can you tell I am anxious? I am so over boots and sweaters - I want pedi's and flip flops (and margarita's on the deck ;) ). Soon enough, ladies!
That being said, I am currently booking spring and summer shoots. As of now, May is pretty much booked, but there are a couple openings in June (think beach shoots). So if you are planning a shoot this summer, now is the time to reach out - info@kristineryan.com
Let's do something fun! I have a couple shoots scheduled at some really unique locations - Storybook Land, Tyler Arboretum, a maternity shoot at the Pop Shop (how cute is that!?). So let's come up with something unique to showcase your family's personality!
When investing in custom photography, the last thing you want is your family to have fake looking smiles. Rather, you want your images to capture their true smiles, laughs and expressions. So how do you encourage that while getting ready amongst all the stress and bribery? Here are some do’s and don’ts to help.
Do’s:
1 - Prepare outfits and hair ahead of time. This will reduce your stress and keep everyone happy.
2 - Make sure everyone comes with a full stomach. Feel free to bring snacks and drinks to give the kids during the shoot. Avoid anything that would be messy.
3 - Tell your family that it is going to be fun and to be themselves. The more relaxed they are when they arrive, the better your pictures will be.
4 - Let your photographer know if you prefer more fun and candid shots instead of serious images.
Don’ts:
1 - Don’t get frustrated or angry with your family while preparing for the shoot. When that happens, it is very difficult to get anyone in the mood to have a laugh while their picture is being taken.
2 - Always wait for the photographer to ask for your help. Many times the parent telling their kids to “look at the camera and smile” invokes a forced grin. Let the photographer work with your kids to get them laughing and looking at the camera.
Trust the photographer to work with your family and make their magic. It will be easier for you and much more fun for the group!
You guys are going to LOVE these....some of you already do! From now on, when clients purchase the Digital Collection - either as an add on or on it's own - all files will be presented on a Custom Wood USB Drive. No more cd's and dvd's! And if that's not sweet enough, it comes in it's own Custom Wood Box.
• flying a kite • taking a day trip
• picking wildflowers • boardwalk/beach
• a cozy picnic in the park • picking strawberries
Whether it's an open field of grass and wildflowers, an old weathered barn, or maybe a walk through the woods where kids love the sweet little paths begging to be explored...Spring opens up gorgeous photo possibilities. Add a sweet sundress, cute puddle jumpers, or a radio flyer wagon, and your photos will have just the right amount of personality and style. Have fun with it!