4 Top Tips for What to Wear to Your Outdoor Family Session, Sarasota Family PhotographerFollow along for the next four days as I share my 4 Top Tips for What to Wear to Your Outdoor Family Session. Tip 1. CONSIDER HOW AND WHERE YOU PLAN TO USE YOUR PHOTOS. You may not have even thought about where you may display your photos (and not only on your computer.) If you specifically hired a photographer with the intention of either hanging your artwork or displaying your images in an album or folio box, you may want to think about the color scheme in your home. Ask yourself what colors should you wear that will work well with your décor. Think of the complimentary colors in your wardrobe that would look perfectly in the room or rooms you plan to display your images. Important: Think of coordinating your wardrobe colors and not everyone matching. Gone are the days of everyone wearing khaki pants and white shirts. Side tip: Visit clothing stores where they have outfits in color coordinating collections. Check in tomorrow, same place, same time for Tip #2! Ready to book your outdoor family session? Contact me today! I would love the opportunity to capture your story and create your legacy.
End of Summer Limited Edition Session, Sarasota Family PhotographerEnd of Summer Limited Edition Session reservations start 𝙩𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙮 for current clients. If you did not receive your July newsletter earlier today which includes details for this session, please let me know ASAP as this session will only be available August 3 - 7 with limited times.
New clients will be able to sign up beginning Thursday, 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟵. If you would like to be included on my preferred subscriber list, please shoot me an e-mail at patti@dreamworldphotography.net. Hurry, so you can take advantage of priority booking before going public. Feel free to share with your friends and family. 4 Whys to Involve Grandparents in Your Family Photo SessionSarasota Family PhotographerWhy? They might not live local
Unfortunately, many of us may not have the privilege of having grandparents that live “a stone’s throw away.” I know I didn’t growing up. My maternal grandparents had already died by the time I was one and my paternal grandmother lived in Alabama when we lived in Florida. We would only get to see her once a year. When I was older and had a camera, I always made sure to take pictures of her and us with her. I cherish the one photograph I took when I had my daughter. It was a four-generation picture – the only one we got before she passed away. These are treasured memories you don’t want to miss, especially if they don’t live nearby. So, if they are going to be in town because you just had a baby or for any other reason, include them with your family session. Why? They might like to play We all know grandparents love to spoil their grandchildren and love to play with them as well. These are great moments to capture in photos – memories your children will cherish forever. Why? Great time to get them alone with grandchildren This is the perfect time to get just the grandparents with their new little grandchild and/or grandchildren. We’ll get wonderful shots of them playing, holding them – connecting with them. Why? Great time to include extended family Since the grandparents are in town, this is the best time to get everyone in the picture – a three, maybe four-generation - maybe even a five-generation photograph. What memories those would be to have and to show and pass down from generation to generation. Grandparents Day is not too far off coming up on September 12. What a perfect gift to give them! Are you ready to take these treasured memories with the grandparents? Click the button below. I would love to capture your story and create your legacy. I'm Pregnant! Top Five Things To Do When Planning for Your BabySarasota Newborn PhotographerCongratulations on your first pregnancy! You will probably start to hear a ton of advice from those who have gone before you - your mother, your sister, your friends. Everyone loves to celebrate the anticipation of a new baby! But, you still may be asking yourself, "I'm pregnant, now what?" ​Here are my top five things to do each trimester (after informing your parents and loved ones first, of course) when you are pregnant.
I Just Found Out I'm Pregnant! Now, what?
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1. DRINK PLENTY OF WATER
This should be a given, but it is especially important when you are pregnant. You will need more water than the average person when you are pregnant. Why? Because drinking more water is needed to form amniotic fluid, produce extra blood, build new tissue, carry nutrients, enhance digestion and flush out wastes and toxins. How much water should you drink every day? According to the Institute of Medicine, pregnant women need to drink ten 8-ounce glasses of water per day.
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2. SCHEDULE YOUR FIRST OB/GYN DOCTOR'S APPOINTMENT
According to The American Pregnancy Association, you should schedule your first appointment within eight weeks of your last menstrual period. Regular appointments throughout your pregnancy ensures the health of you and your baby. In addition, prenatal care includes education on your pregnancy and childbirth.
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3. DECIDE AND PLAN WHERE YOU WANT TO DELIVER YOUR BABY
While many women still have their babies in hospitals, there are those that want a more natural birth and will arrange to have their baby at a birthing center or even at home. Wherever you choose, it's important to discuss with your doctor the pros and cons as well as risks with your place of birth choice and what's the best option for you.
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4. REGISTER FOR BABY SHOWER GIFTS
Now, we're getting into the fun stuff of having a baby - choosing a theme for your baby's nursery and then choosing gifts that will match that theme as well as registering for all the practical things a newborn baby will need. You can look here for a list of the "must haves" for taking care of a newborn.
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5. ANNOUNCE BABY'S BIRTH
You are excited now! You just had a baby. Now's the time to tell the world. You can do this verbally, through text, social media or send announcement cards with a gorgeous portrait of your baby taken by a professional photographer - me! Right? I hope so.
For my complete Baby Planning Timeline to assist you in planning for your new arrival, please fill out the form below and your FREE copy will be on its way!
Are you ready to book your newborn session? It's never too early to schedule your session. I usually recommend to schedule your due date (we'll finalize the date once you have your baby) during your third trimester in order to ensure availability.
I would love the opportunity to be your newborn photographer. Click on the button below to schedule a quick 15-minute chat to answer your questions, confirm availability and provide detailed information. School Photography - A Modern Take on Traditional School PhotosExactly, what is Boutique School Photography?
Bringing school portraits up to a whole new level by providing a custom, boutique experience for your student. Boutique School Photography captures children in a very relaxed, natural way. No awkward, stiff, boring poses like traditional school pictures – just the real and authentic child. No more bright flashes and busy backgrounds. These are fun and encourages children to just be their natural selves. Smiles are never forced. Instead, we talk to the children and capture their expressions as they are in that moment; being themselves. We create a relaxed and fun environment during the short period of time of photographing your student. The background is black and the photos will be simple, yet classic. Or, we can take the photos outside using nature as the backdrop. Just because your school may not have partnered with me (yet) for Boutique School Portraits doesn't mean you have to miss out on photos of your child(ren) that you will actually love. Would you like to have authentic, natural photos of your pre-school to school-aged children with portraits you will actually LOVE? Click on the button below to find out more information and book a session. We can set up a shoot anytime - doesn't have to be during the school year. ​​As a mother to three adult children and Nana to eight beautiful grandchildren, I know just how wonderful, crazy and chaotic your life is with your wonderful children. But, I also know how FAST it slips away. What I wouldn't give for one more loose tooth, one more time of holding their hand while walking and especially one more moment of having my little children crawl into my arms and fall asleep. Capturing these moments, these looks, and this time before it's gone so you can look back at these beautiful memories is my WHY for being a photographer. You only have these babies and children for a short time, and I am here to bring this season to life so you can remember it in all its glorious detail forever! If that speaks to your heart as it does mine, click on the button below and let's start capturing your story and creating your legacy! The 3 Best Tips for Posing with Your Children | Sarasota Family PhotographerTired of just taking photos of your children without your being in them? Yes! You need to be in the photos with your children. You deserve it. I absolutely make sure moms (including myself when I get together with my own family) get into the photos with their children. So, to help you fight any possible shyness, resistance or insecurities of being in front of the camera, here are the three best tips for posing with your children. If it's just dad snapping some photos, or for your birthday or even if it's just because, these tips will help you. If you are currently one of my clients or a future client, no worries. During our session, I gently guide and direct you through these tips as well as others to create natural, authentic connection between you and your children. Angle towards the camera Position yourself so your body is angled towards the camera and not straight on. Most moms do the standard pose of standing in the middle with arms wrapped around each child staring straight into the camera. Because of this type of pose with bodies straight on, the camera makes you look the widest. Who wants that, am I right? Being angled presents a more flattering pose. Wrap your arm around your child positioning your body towards the child. If you have more than one child, have them wrap their arms around you. You can switch up the positions so it doesn't look like you are only favoring one child. Get up close and personal Don't worry about personal space when taking photos with your children. It may feel natural to have a gap when you are hugging, but in an image - it will look and feel large. For more emotion and connection, get up close and personal and put your faces together. Go cheek to cheek or nose to nose to ensure you are getting that closeness with connection and touching. Move it! Move it! It's time to get up and move with your children. You'll look back at these moments of being fun with genuine, natural smiles. Depending upon their ages, you can swing them around, chase after them, tickle them, walk and talk or just dance! You won't even remember you are having photos taken.
There you go! Three simple, easy posing tips for you and your children. Use these tips by trying them out yourself or preparing for a photo session with me. These tips will help you feel comfortable and natural in front of the camera while at the same time, giving you authentic, natural emotions and connection with beautiful images of you and your children. Now, pass that camera off or book your family session with me - all the while feeling positive and self-confident that you will look your absolute best! Ready? Click the button below to book your session in the Bradenton, Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch areas of Florida. Model Call - Senior Couples 55 & Older, Sarasota Family PhotographerI am looking for fun, relaxed senior couples to build my portfolio to possibly add a new genre to my photography business. You will be 55 years and older. Think the beach at golden hour, local park or even outside of your own home. Details: ~30-minute outdoor session. Session will be in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch or Bradenton ~55 years and older ~Session will take place about one hour prior to sunset ~Must be willing to sign a model release for the images to be used on social media, my website and for any other marketing materials ~Refundable deposit of $50 required to book and reserve your session date. This will be refunded to you after the session or you could use it towards the purchase of special print products especially chosen just for this model call. For participating, you will receive: ~Waived session fee ~Your choice of three (3) professionally edited web size digital images from your online gallery. Additional products available for purchase, but not required to participate. If interested, click on the button below to apply and put "Seniors+ Model Call" on the "I am interested in the following type of session" line. Feel free to share with your 55 and older friends and family. When is The Best Time of Day to Photograph Newborns? | Sarasota Newborn PhotographerAre you thinking about when the best time of day to photograph your newborn is as you are planning for your session? The best time of day to schedule your in-home newborn session is 10 a.m.
Since I am a natural light photographer, I have found that around the 10 a.m. hour is perfect. The light is not harsh or overpowering. As the day gets later, the sun is too high to provide that beautiful light inside.
This also seems to be the time of day when baby is most likely to be happier - and, is late enough in the morning to allow mom and dad to get themselves, and any other children, ready for the session.
What if the baby had a rough night the day before the session?
No worries. I have no expectations that you or your family may not be ready at the time I arrive. The great thing of my coming to your home is you don't have rush to get out of your house perfectly ready. The session will be completely relaxed because I shoot lifestyle, which means I will capture images of your connection, emotions and real life, so my motto of "perfectly imperfect" will work just fine. I'll capture you snuggling up with your baby, maybe drinking your morning coffee in one hand and holding your baby in the other, soothing your baby or just plain interacting with one another while I capture those precious, fleeting moments.
Are you looking for a newborn photographer in the Sarasota area? Please click the button below to schedule a complimentary, no-obligation quick chat to answer your questions, confirm availability and provide you with detailed information. Motherhood Limited Edition Event | Sarasota Family Photographer"There is no role in life that is more essential than that of motherhood." ~ Elder M. Russell Ballard My Motherhood Limited Edition Event was advertised on my Facebook and Instagram pages. There are only three days left this week for you to schedule this very special photo opportunity. What a precious gift! Besides the three digital images that comes with this session, you also have the opportunity to purchase a few printed art products at a special rate just for this Motherhood Limited Edition Event! Contact me now to book your date and time on one of the last three days of this event. Don't let another year go by without having beautiful, professional art portraiture with your children. They grow up so fast. "A mother's arms are more comforting than anyone else's." ~ Princess Diana
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