Kara Knapp

PHOTOGRAPHY

FALL MINI SESSION

FALL MINI SESSION

Style Guide

  • When you’re planning "getting ready" time before your session (scheduling your hair, makeup, getting dressed, etc.) please give yourself a lot more time than you think you'll need. Better to have a little extra time on your hands than to be scrambling and stressed!

  • Bring your makeup for last minute touch ups.

  • Bring a water bottle. Sometimes a quick hydration break is a good way to reset the kids if they are having a hard time getting settled.

  • As I mentioned before, I'm all about bribery! A mess free snack or small candies that won't stain their mouths are great options for quick rewards throughout the session if needed!

  • Keep an eye on traffic throughout the day so that you are aware of any road closures or traffic delays.

  • Plan to arrive 5-10 minutes early so that we can be sure to start on time!

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After you do your best to prepare, give yourself (and your kids) some grace! I have a lot of experience working with families, so if your kids are “in a mood” or aren’t cooperating for some reason, rest assured that I’m not judging you (or them). I’ve seen it all and know how to get great photos no matter what! My goal is to make this as fun and stress-free as it possibly can be for you and your family! This season of life feels long right now, but in the grand scheme of things, it's short. So even if things don't go exactly as planned or as you'd hoped in terms of your kids’ behavior, one day, you’ll be so glad you took these photos.

And at the end of the day, the outfits you wear and how everyone's hair looks won’t matter nearly as much as the fun we have together and the moments we capture. The style choices you make will definitely enhance your photos, but the most important accessory to bring with you is joyfulness –– which is the one that makes the biggest difference in your photos anyways. Just show up with a smile and I’ll take care of the rest!

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