Tips to Prep Your Little One for His First Photoshoot

Many photographers have called our little one lovely to work with. To be quite honest, we can get quite a nice bang for our bucks most of the time because he looks and poses straight to the camera. Unlike his old man, this little boy is not camera shy and even knows how to put his best face forward. 

I am not entirely sure if this is trained by me but I am happy to share a few tips and at the same time spam more photos. You know I love this collection from Bite Size Affair! Hehe.

1. Pick a good timing: Preferably pick a slot immediately after your child's nap. This would ensure that the child is in good mood and you have more awake time to attempt to capture the shoots you want.


2. Bring lots of snacks: This is a common but really handy advice. Most kids would settle down better as the are munching. We ended up with a lot of photos of our little red panda holding some snacks in his hand with a cheeky grin. It wasn't what we expected but the effect was pretty good. 


3. Pick a studio shoot: Personally I prefer that option especially when a cake smash is involved cos the aftermath cleaning is massive. I know some parents DIY but I totally can't imagine myself doing that. 




4.  Discuss on theme/ expectations: I think this is very important. A lot of parents end up being disappointed because they expect perfect shots. I do take a bit of photos of my boy at home but sometimes when the smile is right, the background is chaotic. Either that he is on the move. Realistically, perfect shots are hard to come by. Having said that, Bite Size Affair had so many hits. I am very pleased. 


5. Baby clothes: Generally, you have the option of wearing your own or going with the photographer's available wardrobe. We used our because I had this suit in our cupboard that was so appropriate for the woodland theme. Honestly, if you are ok with a slightly less fitting clothes, I think you should avoid using your own clothes especially when a cake smash is involved. It took me 3 washes before I could get all his cake off. #Exhausting 


6. It is not all about the baby: Remember to get some shoots together as a family too. I love this series as well because it captured the happy moments I have as a mother /parent amidst the bad, grouchy days. It also reminds me how much baby love me and I enjoy his company. 

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