The "looking natural" pose


"Look natural!" is the single most heard phrase before tensing up. We all want our family photos to look as natural and easy-going as possible. So today let's take a look at a collection of tips and ideas, that will help you loosen up and enjoy this precious process:

woman and man hugging in a field
mom and dad with their daughter at the Griffith observatory at sunrise
Someone wearing a cream sweater crouches in a field of yellow wildflowers at golden hour in the countryside.
family with their daughter walking off into the sunset
Two people stand together in a meadow with mountains in the background in black and white photography.

1 LET GO OF ALL EXPECTATIONS


Letting go will take some pressure off and help you relax and enjoy this occasion. Remember - the perfect family portrait may be different than the one you have in your mind! Relax & have fun.


2 WHY SO SERIOUS?


Remember to be silly, play, laugh and let go. Make your family photo session a fun event, something to look forward to.



3 FOCUS ON YOURSELF


It’s a common mistake to focus on getting everyone else looking perfect. Focus on looking your best yourself and leave everyone else to me.



4 KEEP IT MOVING!


Moving between shots is actually the best way to create authentic and candid images. Even supermodels move between their shots!



5 REMEMBER TO BREATHE


t's obvious, but oh so easily forgotten. Deep breaths will help you calm your nerves and slow your heart rate!