Chicago Family Photographers | 2022 Mini Session Prep

5 Tips To Get The Most Out Of Your Mini Session

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I’m so excited that we’ve finally made it to Mini Session time! Here are a few ideas on how to get the most out of these quick sessions:

1. Wear the colors you want to see on your walls. Remember that you don’t all need to be wearing the exact same color. It’s much more aesthetically pleasing to wear complimentary tones and colors.

Also, don’t be afraid to mix it up with prints and solids. Remember to balance the dark colors and light colors. Notice how the photo below is so beautifully balanced for the mom and dad’s outfits: Mom is wearing dark tones on top and bottom. Dad is wearing dark tones on bottom and light tones on top. If they were both wearing dark tones on bottom half and light tones on top half, this wouldn’t look nearly as balanced. They also did the same for their boys.

Here’s a few more examples of the light/dark tone balance:

2. Remember that this time is going to fly by! So, stay cheerful and positive. Kids pick up on stress and anxiety, so if you’re feeling anxious, they will most likely feel anxious too.

This is especially applied for those tiny littles around 18 months to 3 years.

3. Remember that this should be fun! If smiles don’t come right away from the littles, that is 100% socially acceptable, so don’t sweat it! Keep on smiling, tickling, and go for those inside jokes or silly phrases you know are sure to crack them up. I can stay as positive and fun as possible, but the real leaders who set the tone for the kiddos will always be their parents ❤️

4. Remember to give yourself plenty of time to get ready and drive. If you feel anxious or stressed on your way there, then it’s going to be really hard to get into a playful mood as soon as you arrive. (This applies especially for your significant other.)

5. Last, but not least, remember to bring someone along if you’re planning on bringing your fur baby. That way, you can more diversity out of your time. (It’s just too hot to take them back to the car 🥵)

Lake Geneva Wedding Photographers | 2021 Mini Sessions

2021 Mini Sessions

Each year we look forward to seeing past couples and their growing families, as well as meeting amazing new couples and families for our annual mini sessions! Usually, we are trying to squeeze these sessions in at the last moment since weddings have been our main focus for the last 9 years. 2020 has given us a new perspective and appreciation for family and lifestyle photography. It’s such a privilege to capture your family, whether its a family of two or ten, toddlers or fur babies, and we can’t wait to see you again!

This year we have planned four Mini Session weekends for 2021 available for booking depending on the season you are most interested. These weekends are reserved on a first come, first serve basis and you can reserve your date and time below.