How to Take the Perfect Christmas Family Photo

Let’s face it, not all of us are photogenic. With these few tips, the job may be easier. Remember just like anything, practice makes perfect. Read on to learn how to take the perfect Christmas family photo.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

• A photographer or camera pedestal

1. Plan a date of when your family will be able to take the photo. Make the appointment with the photographer or set a date on your calendar.
2. A week before the date, discuss with your family what you will all wear. It is best to stick to two complementary colors. If there are a large number of you, pick three complementary colors. Darker colors that offset the color of your skin and hair work best.
3. Discuss how you will take the photo. Come up with at least four different poses, so you will have more to pick from. Even if you have hired a photographer, it will be to your advantage to know what poses you will like to try. Also, discuss backdrop and lighting. Where will you being taking the photo?
4. Three days before the date, practice the poses along with the outfits previously discussed. If you are planning on taking the photo yourself, this will give you a better idea on how the whole scene will unfold on your chosen date.
5. View photos and discuss which poses worked, if the background was working, the clothes and lighting. Quickly brainstorm additional poses or what needs to be tweaked.
6. On the day of the photo shoot, you and your family will be a pro.

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