Whether you have a family of five or 15, you want your clan to look its best when shooting Easter portraits. In order to snap frame worthy family shots during the holiday weekend, consider the following tips:
Coordinate: You don’t want to set up a shot that features little Johnny in his Easter Sunday best while grandpa is sporting his work overalls and boots. Consistency and coordination is key when taking family portraits. When you are shooting a large group you want to direct the viewer’s attention to the subjects’ faces, not a slew of distracting garments. While you don’t have to force everyone to don the same outfit, it helps if you have a common theme to your clothing.
Consider Color: In addition to flamboyant outfits with loud logos, bright colors are something else you want to banish from your Easter portraits. Encourage your family to wear neutral tones instead of having one member sport fluorescent orange and another don polka dots and leopard print. Mixing a bunch of patterns creates visual confusion and can ruin the entire shot.
Banish Big Bling: Easter is a very special holiday and often women wait for just such an occasion to wear their biggest bling. If you are taking an Easter portrait it is a good idea to avoid wearing chunky or reflective jewelry that will distract from your face. Grandma can keep on her pearl earrings, but mega gold pieces or massive gems that reflect light should be removed before the photo shoot begins.
Go Casual: If you are simply trying to snap a keeper of your kids following an Easter egg hunt, then stick with a casual approach. Denim works well with any size group. Also, if you are shooting outdoors, then you might want the kids to cover up a bit, as excessive bare skin can be a distraction in a group shot.
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