Information is key. The more you know before you go to the studio the better the experience will be. Go online and research the different styles of photography available. In addition to styles you can research props, backgrounds, clothing ideas, poses, and themes.



If you have more than one child do you want a portrait with each child individually, a group shot, or both? What style do you like? What colors look good together? How much interaction between children do you want in the portraits? Are you going to be in some of the portraits? What props might work best with your children?

A very important rule is to share exactly what you want and your opinions with your photographer. They will be willing to work with you to make sure you get what you are looking for. And don’t be afraid to listen to their ideas as well. They are professionals and have great ideas. Work together as a team. Kiddiekandids.com has an online gallery for you to use in your research with multiple ideas and examples.