Inside a Children's lifestyle Shoot

This shoot, with the very sweet Scarlett, shows you what kind of photos you might end up with if you book a shoot with me and what you can expect during a child lifestyle photo-shoot.

I usually start indoors and I allow some time for the children to get used to me and grow less self conscious or shy. I do this by chatting with you and them while simultaneously taking photos at opportune moments.

In this shoot Scarlett was keen to play in the garden. Regularly however, we also use a child's bedroom as a backdrop for some photos because children are often quite proud of their rooms and the fun colours make for great pics, plus favourite toys can be incorporated this way too.

With Scarlett we did a number of changes of clothes but this isn't always necessary or workable during a shoot. A change of clothes is however a great idea to give you variety in the finished album.

Here Scarlett wanted to show us her ballet moves so if your child likes dressing up or does any kind of after school clubs (dance etc) it is fun to capture this.

After a while we move on to an outside change of location, here we picked a nearby park. 

I recommend a change of scene for all shoots, rain or shine. The outside light and natural backdrop gives you a diverse selection of interesting photos and the fun element for your children really helps me capture some happy faces and natural smiles.

 

The light outside, at certain times of year, can be a blessing for photographers. I don't use much artificial light at all, only fill in flash, but I always try to utilise natural light because I feel children look their absolute best photographed in this way.

At any point during the shoot, depending on you the parent(s), you have the option to get in on photo time yourself if you wish.

As you can see my photos are made up of a variety of different styles: Unposed, reportage, posed and photos with artistic enhancements.

.....And then we come inside and I usually get a few more snaps before I head off.

The shoots are designed to be receptive to the children's mood and attention span. They last no longer than 2 hours and if a child is too tired and a change of scene or snack doesn't help we will call it day.

So if you fancy booking a child photo-shoot then do it today! 

Message me: info@sammisparke.com

Inside a Toddler Lifestyle Photo-shoot

This Toddler photo-shoot is very typical of how most toddler lifestyle photography shoots go.  Our subject is the lovely Leo who is 18 months and it took place in Autumn when the light was especially lovely. 

I arrive at your home at a specified time. Before hand we will have exchanged some emails and I'll suggest maybe having a change of clothes ready and some ideas for a change of location such as the park during our time together.

I usually start indoors and allow my little subjects to get used to me and my camera. I just photograph away at opportune moments..

I use the backdrop of the house and very often your child's bedroom and toys which make for colourful photos.

Often I suggest incorporating lunch or a snack in the photo-shoot because it can lead to some fab photos.

.......and then, depending on you guys, the parents, you have the option to get in on photo time yourself.

Heading outside or any change of location is key for variety in the photos I do plus it also acts to keep the little one fresh and interested.

The light outside, at certain times of year, can be a blessing for photographers. I don't use much artificial light at all, some fill in flash mainly, but I always try to utilise natural light because I feel children look their absolute best photographed in this way.

A play area is a definite bonus :)

And then we come inside and I usually get a few more snaps before I head off. 

Essentially, during the shoot I quietly stalk your little one until I have a repertoire of fabulous images which I then take away and edit.

Children and Baby photos require very little editing. The main purpose of this process is primarily to make eyes sparkle, colours look their best and remove any food or bogeys, yes snot, from your little one so they look their absolute best. I will also pick certain photos to change to black and white and add some stylistic affects.

...and that is pretty much it.....so if you are interested then make sure you contact me:

Sammi Sparke Photography

07879 423231

info@sammisparke.com

www.lovebeautyphotography.com

Sammi Sparke Photography

07879 423231

info@sammisparke.com

www.lovebeautyphotography.com