Ideas for Easter Portraits

A whimsical, non-formal picture taken in the yard will do just fine in creating an Easter portrait.

Taking Easter portraits is a tradition in many families. Easter is a Christian holiday that takes places near the start of spring. And family portraits or portraits of children dressed in their Easter outfits are meant to capture the beauty and the purity of the season while celebrating this important, religious holiday.

Non-Formal

Take pictures of your children taking part in an Easter egg hunt.

Try a less formal approach to your family portrait this Easter. On a warm, sunny day, take your family outside to a park, garden or just into the backyard. Have a picnic and let the kids play around in their Easter attire. If you'd like professional shots, consider hiring a photographer to tag along.

Alternatively, you can try taking the photos yourself. Be sure to take the pictures quickly, one after another. Do not wait for the "perfect" shot. Try different angles and poses, such as having the kids look your way while holding a flower.

Use Props

To capture the "essence" of Easter, consider using props reminiscent of the holiday. These can include wicker furniture, a park bench, Easter baskets, flowers, bunnies, baby chicks and the like. If you're taking pictures of babies, try placing a small pillow into a basket topped with a pretty blanket and lay the baby in the basket. For older children, have them holding one of the smaller props listed above, and/or have them sit on the wicker furniture or park bench.

Clothing

Wear pastels or white colors for your Easter portrait. Being that Easter represents both religion and the beginning of spring, light colors are best suited for this holiday. Pastel colors are available in almost every shade, including yellow, green, pink, purple and even blue.

Funny

Approach your Easter portraits with a little bit of humor. Have some members of the family dress up as the Easter bunny, a duck or even an egg. It will surely produce some laughs and you will remember this event for years to come.

References

• DLTK's Growing Together: About Easter