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Spring Portrait Pointers
Tips for Perfect Photos of Babies and Toddlers
By Kim Seidel
Like Michelle, Giss prefers photographing children in nature. "The location should be somewhere the baby/toddler is most comfortable, which includes their home, or a neighborhood park, even the beach can work," she says. "All of these have wonderful, natural backdrops for beautiful portraits. I don't generally use props or artificial backdrops, finding nature to be perfect for both. Sometimes a toddler playing with a rock can be a stunning portrait."
If you do want props in your child's photo, bring your child's favorite toy, blanket, book or anything else you would like to include in your portraits. "Personal items help capture a better sense of your child's personality," says Elizabeth Scully, owner of Lasting Impression Portrait Studio, Hampton Bay, N.Y.
Personalizing your child's photo – with props or backgrounds – is a wonderful way to create a memorable spring picture. This also helps your child to feel comfortable during a photo shoot, surrounded with familiar items.
A professional photographer and mother to a toddler, Diana Berrent, owner of Diana Berrent Photography of New York, N.Y., is familiar with the challenges and excitement of photographing children. "Find a scene that matches your child's interests," Berrent says. "Do you have an antsy toddler who won't stay still? Find a tree with a low slung branch and prop your little child in the tree. They will stay still and you will be guaranteed a big smile from your little one."
Berrent also recommends having a damp washcloth on hand for any face cleaning; this is a much better tool than a tissue or paper towel for that stubborn runny nose.
Do you want your baby's wide-eyed gaze directed to the camera? Have someone shake a rattle or squeeze a toy that makes animal sounds right above the photographer's head, Berrent says.
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