Any child enthusiast can attest to the difficulty of getting a great photo of the child they love. Shlomit Levy Bard, award-winning photographer and owner of Studio SLB Lifestyle Photography, has graciously shared some of her favorite tricks of the trade exclusively with her fellow Get Up Girls.
1. Be prepared! Always have your camera ready – have batteries charged, and know how to use your camera so you don’t have to fumble with it when you see a great moment.
2. Choose a good time of day! If you’re trying to get photos of your kids (posed), pick a time when your children are well rested and fed, and you are not in a hurry.
3. Light, light light! Find a location that has good light. It can be indoors, by a window (without direct sun), or outdoors, in open shade or late afternoon light.
4. Clothing! Best choices are simple, solid colors without patterns, logos or characters, so the clothes don’t detract from your kids’ beautiful faces. For babies, naked is best!
5. Cut the Cheese! Don’t ask your kids to say cheese, or you will inevitably get a fake smile. Instead, think of things that will make your children laugh – don’t be afraid to get really silly!
6. I’m ready for my close up! Fill the frame and get close! Your children’s expressions are what you’re after. Look all around your environment before you shoot – make sure your backgrounds are not cluttered and busy.
7. Preserve and protect! –Your are documenting your family history. Preserve your photos by printing them using archival and acid free materials. Always use mats in your frames. Don’t forget to BACK UP your digital files in at least TWO places.
8. Keep shooting! The more you photograph, the better you’ll become! Don’t be afraid to “waste” images – even the best photographers do.
We hope to have an amazing holiday cards this year! Also, check out Shlomit's site if you want to make it really simple and hire a professional. Her work speaks for itself.
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