Once you’ve scheduled your family session and have chosen a location, the next step is to decide what everyone in your family will wear. Clothes add an extra layer of personality and expression to your family photos, but it can also feel overwhelming to choose clothes for the whole family so that’s why I’m here with guidance!

Believe it or not, professional photographers know that having your picture taken can feel like a lot of work. I’ve photographed hundreds of families since Erin Clayton Photography first became a business and I would be fibbing if I told you that family portraits are stress-free. But with the right amount of planning and prep, your session will be a fun, joy-filled session!

Today I want to share my top tips for an enjoyable family photo session – I promise it’s possible!