My Kid Took These

When I worked in photofinishing, I always loved when we'd get to develop a roll of film that a child took (I know, film, what's that, right?) Anyway, it was always such a great snapshot of the vantage point of a child. Not only their point of view, but the things they would photograph were always interesting. Photos of stuffed animals were always popular...odd angles of their parents...their family dog. I still hear about how when I was a kid that I took a perfect photo of my eye! Most importantly though, it always goes back to the amazing snapshot through the eyes of that child...captured forever in time. Sometimes, out of 24 out of focus and soul reflecdting photos, there was one that would really shine. This blog is set up to document the delight that can be found when a child steps behind the lens. I suggest you check it out (and look forward to these types of photo when my kid gets old enough to click the shutter).

My Kid Took These

Let's talk wardrobe....

Simply put- What to wear for photos.  As someone being photographed, its most likely something that you are wondering.  If you're the photographer, its a question that you've been asked on more than one occasion.  So what wardrobe choices are best??

Step 1- First and foremost the answer is something comfortable!  If you're not comfortable, you're photos are going to look just that way...uncomfortable.  Wardrobe choices should reflect your sense of style and your personality. 

Take David's senior photo for example.  His clothing is casual and appropriate, and he looks COMFORTABLE.

Remember---It should look like you in the photos!

Step 2- Pick colors appropriate for your location.  Think about your photo location.  What colors are there?  If you're photo is being taken in front of a red barn, wearing red is going to capture a "floating head."  If your plan is to reproduce the photos in black and white, bold patterns are often most effective.  

Alyssa's senior photo is a great example.  The red in her shirt complements the red of the fall colors.  It really contrasts well against the yellow leaves, and pulls out the highlights of the red leaves.

Step 3- Families and couples should coordinate, not match.  No longer are the day's where everyone wears the same polo shirt with khakis (unless of course you're in an advertising campain for a polo shirt company!)  Be cautious however, to avoid conflicting patterns!

The Knight Family is wearing all variations of browns and whites.  Their clothing represents their unity as a family, without looking like a catalog spread.  Modern, yet timeless.

Step 4- Think about where the photo is ultimately going to end up.  Maybe you are taking a family portrait to be hung in your Living Room, over the sofa or mantel.  In that case, consider dressing to match or coordinate the colors in your Living Room.  Now THAT is some beautiful family art.