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10 tips for a Successful Holiday photo shoot with kids

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I participated in an Influencer Program on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for OshKosh B’gosh. That means I received a gift card to take a shopping trip to OshKosh B’gosh. It’s holiday picture time which can be stressful and a little pricey if you aren’t careful. I decided that getting outfits for the kids from OshKosh B’gosh would be a perfect use of my $100. Well I was pleasantly surprised that I got their Christmas card outfits and a whole lot more!

Check out all the stuff I got! Here’s a quick list: 3 T-shirts, 1 button down, 1 blouse, 1 jeans, 2 leggings, 1 skinny jeans, and one lined jeans. That’s 10 articles of clothing for $100. With tax, the total was $108.
One of the ways I was able to get such an awesome deal is that I had a coupon for 25% off a purchase of $25 or more. I’ll have the very same coupon to share with you at the end of the post.

They also had an in-store promotion going that for every $50 you spend, you get $10 reward dollars. I went back the next day and picked up two more tops and another pair of jeans with my $20 in rewards. The subtotal of these three pieces was $24.

I just love how cute my kids look in OshKosh B’gosh clothing. They have the current styles for a great price. In Phoenix, we don’t need too many winter clothes. I was able to pretty much get their whole winter wardrobe for $100. 
After the shopping, it was time for a photo shoot. I’ve had many less than successful attempts when it comes to kids and photo shoots. I thought I would share a few tips I have found for getting some good shots and keeping things stress free. 

10 Tips for a successful kids photo shoot

  1. Make sure your kids are fed and well rested.
  2. Pick a location that the kids will enjoy too. I tend to get my best photos at parks. The want to be there and they are happier. 
  3. Let them get into a position they find comfortable and then do little positioning tweaks as necessary. 
  4. Don’t afraid to get silly. Genuine smiles and giggles look the best on camera. 
  5. To get a natural smile, tell your kids to make a very serious face. Then give them a 3 count and have them smile. You have a much better chance of getting a genuine face instead of that forced “cheese” face.
  6. Let the kids lead the photo shoot. If they want to wander over in the field, follow them and snap away. 
  7. Take breaks if necessary. If things are starting to break down, take a little breather, relax, and try again in a few minutes. 
  8. Stay relaxed. I know I put myself under a lot of stress when I’m trying to get a good shot. The kids can see the stress and things go downhill from there. 
  9. Don’t be afraid of a little bribery. The incentive of a post photo shoot treat can do a lot to encourage cooperation. 
  10. Have fun with it! They only stay small for a short time. Make it a positive experience and even if you don’t get that million dollar shot, you’ll still be happy you had a great time together. 

I guess I should throw a disclaimer on here. I do not consider myself a professional photographer by any stretch of the imagination. I just like taking photos and this is what works for me. I hope they help you out too!
I promised you a coupon earlier and here it is. You can print out the image and take it to the store or use it online. 
You can find the holiday styles above plus a lot more at your local OshKosh B’gosh store. What is your best tip for taking pictures of your kids? I would love to hear it. Let me know in the comments. 

Ashley

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Comments

  5. Great ideas! I always get so stressed when I try to get all four of my kids to be happy in the same pics… I love the idea of going to the park!

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