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Family Photo Shoot at Huntington Beach Central Park

Family Photo Shoot at Huntington Beach Central Park

Huntington Beach Central Park proved to be the perfect backdrop for this fun-filled family photography session. The lush greenery and charming gazebo provided a beautiful natural setting, even on a slightly overcast day. The rain earlier in the morning left the park glistening and fresh, adding a unique touch to the photos and enhancing the natural beauty of the setting. The Brooke Smith family embraced the opportunity to explore the park, and their enthusiasm shone through in every shot.

Candid Family photography at Huntington Beach Central park wearing fall colors and walking their labradoodle dog.

Casual and Cozy: The Smith Family’s Picture-Perfect Outfits

Brooke Smith family chose casual outfits that perfectly suited the park setting. Their clothing choices allowed them to move freely and interact naturally, which is essential for capturing authentic family moments. Simple yet stylish, their outfits complemented the lush greenery of the park. Choosing casual wear can often help families feel more at ease during the session, resulting in more relaxed and natural photos.

Brother and two sisters wearing white and cream with jeans posing for a family portrait in Huntington Beach Central Park on a cloudy day.

4 Tips for Best Poses for Family Photography

When it comes to family photography, the key is to find poses that highlight the connections and relationships between family members. For the Brooke Smith family, we started with some classic group shots, making sure everyone was comfortable and engaged. From there, we moved into more playful and dynamic poses:

Sweet Family photography session at Huntington Beach Central Park on a cloudy day posing with their white fluffy dog.

  • The Group Hug: Everyone comes together for a big family hug. This pose captures the warmth and closeness of the family bond.
  • Walking Together: A simple walking shot, holding hands or interacting naturally, adds a sense of movement and life to the photos.
  • Individual Moments: Capturing each family member individually allows their unique personalities to shine through. We did this with the Brooke Smith kids, each showcasing their playful spirits.
  • Candid Interactions: Encouraging the family to interact with each other naturally often results in the most heartfelt images. These candid moments can be some of the most cherished.

Incorporating Your Dog in the Family Images

For this family photo shoot at Huntington Beach Central Park they included their  adorable dog.  He was definitely the star of the photoshoot and that is why we love pets in family photos. Including pets in family photos can add an extra layer of joy and authenticity. Their dog not only brought a playful energy to the shoot but also helped to capture the family’s true dynamic. Here are some tips for including your dog in family photos:

Picture of a 7 year old boy with his family pet dog wearing jeans and a cream shirt posing at Huntington Beach Central Park.

  • Choose a Pet-Friendly Location: Make sure the location is safe and comfortable for your pet.
  • Incorporate Them Naturally: Let your dog be part of the action, whether it’s sitting with the family or playing nearby.
  • Capture Candid Moments: Some of the best shots come when your pet is just being themselves, interacting naturally with the family.

Despite the rain earlier in the day, the Brooke Smith family’s photoshoot at Huntington Beach Central Park turned out to be a fantastic session filled with love, laughter, and memorable moments. It’s a beautiful reminder that sometimes the best photos come from embracing the unexpected and finding joy in every moment.

Father Daughter portrait sitting on a dead log on a cloudy day at Huntington Beach Central Park.

Blue Sky’s Studio for Your Family Photography

If you’re looking for a family photographer who can capture the unique essence of your family, look no further than Blue Sky’s Studio. We specialize in creating beautiful and natural photos, whether it’s a sunny day , slightly overcast or even on rainy days, we know how to make the most of every moment. Contact us today!

 

See more family photo shoot locations here: https://www.clickingwithkristin.com/san-clemente-state-beach-session-family-and-senior-portraits/

 

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How to Prepare Kids for the Best Portrait Session

Photographing kids in Orange County can be fun and a little stressful.  Here are some helpful hints to make sure your Orange County Family Photography session is the best it can possibly be. Here’s how to prepare kids for the best portrait session.

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We understand that sometimes children can be unpredictable when it comes to photography sessions.  Maybe they are nervous, anxious or just having an off day.  It happens, and rest assured that we are able to handle just about any situation.  However, there are things that you can do to help ensure a smooth and happy photography session for your child, so please read our suggestions below and apply them at your child’s Blue Sky’s Studio shoot.

1) If your child is at all shy, please be patient. 

We give them as much time as they (not you or I) need to warm up to me and my camera. It is very rare that even the most apprehensive child doesn’t become my buddy after 20-30 minutes. Eager to please, many parents urge their child(ren) on, and this rarely ever helps. Please allow us to create a bond with your child at their pace.  Giive us a little space with your child so they do not feel as though they have to “perform” for you with us.

2) Please do not answer for your child when we ask him or her a question. 

We try to bond with them by getting them to talk to us. Often times, we will reach out to “test” your child(ren) to see how they will respond. Depending on their reaction (if they reach back to hold a hand/finger), we will know how to proceed. We like to take time to get to know your child and let them get used to us before we start shooting.

3) Please please please do not tell your child(ren) to “smile” or say “cheese.”

That’s our job. Besides, “cheese” or “smile” is almost always a fake or forced smile. We will get your child(ren) to smile by other measures that create real smiles such as goofy faces, funny stories, talking up their interests, etc…you know, kid stuff!! We’re great at kid stuff (we’re kids at heart)!

 4)  We encourage any ideas or props in your session, so have fun with it and get creative!

Many parents bring in 1-3 outfits and various accessories such as hats, scarves and jewelry. However, it’s important to keep in mind that changing multiple outfits on younger children usually changes their moods too. We recommend keeping it simple for the younger subjects. They grow up so fast!little-princess

 

5)  Prioritize outfits and props!  

Depending our your child’s age, they may not be able to stay happy and positive through an entire session.  For toddlers, usually 45 minutes is the maximum amount of time that they will be able to be photographed.  So, make sure you let us know the most important shots, and outfits so we get those done at the beginning of the session.  That way, we make sure that if the session ends early, you still got the best shots that you will love an cherish for a lifetime.adorable-family-portraitsplaying-in-sand

 

Taking the time to prepare for your child’s photo shoot will not only make the experience enjoyable for you and your child, but will also help create an environment for amazing photographs for you to treasure forever. We are so excited to work with you!

The photos in this post are from one of our recent mother daughter beach photography sessions, in Laguna Beach.   We decided, with input from her mom, to stick with two outfits and get lots of candid and interactive portraits.  These will be cherished for a lifetime.  family-photography

 

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LAGUNA BEACH STUDIO PHOTOGRAPHY – VALENTINE’S LOVE

Kristin captured one of our favorite models, Miss Brooklyn, in a fun array of super cute Valentine’s Day looks in the studio for Valentine’s Day cards. It’s the season of love and we love how cute Miss Brooklyn’s photos turned out! A big hank you to Brooklyn and her equally beautiful mom for such a fun session and for the the adorable clothing!

xoxo
Sriti

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We Adore Adora Dolls! Laguna Beach Commercial Children’s Photography

Oh how I love this session!  Here is a cutie sneak peak at a few of the images from Day One.  Day two includes a vintage Merry-go-Round so you have to come back and check it out! :)

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Laguna Beach Photography – Shoe La La

So it’s upon us……the Christmas/Holiday Card season.  Yes, we have been busy putting together and designing Holiday Cards already (so if you haven’t booked your photo session for Holiday Cards, contact us to do so!!).  But last week, Kristin and I took a break from the “‘Tis the Season” chaos to have some fun in her Laguna Beach Studio with my daughter.  For the past 2 years, my 7 year old daughter has been begging me to allow her to try on my shoes….”just once Mom, please?”.  After saying “ummm….no” countless times, I finally agreed to let her do it and get it out of her system.  Kristin was there to document it.  Now at least I have proof that indeed, she did get to do it once.  Enjoy!

xo
Sriti
(Blue Sky’s Studio Graphic Designer)

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