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How to Prepare for Your Family Mini Photo Shoot

How to Prepare for Your Family Mini Photo Session


Clothing Guidance

Color Tips for Your Skin Tone
Soft, neutral tones photograph beautifully and keep the focus on you.

  • Fair skin: creams, soft blush, light gray, muted pastels
  • Medium/olive skin: warm neutrals, rust, mauve, sage, soft earth tones
  • Deeper skin tones: rich tones like chocolate, emerald, burgundy, mustard, and warm neutrals


Maternity Styles That Photograph Well
Flowy dresses, fitted gowns that highlight your bump, off-shoulder styles, and anything with movement or soft texture work wonderfully. The goal is to accentuate your shape while keeping things timeless and elegant.

What to Avoid
Avoid busy patterns, large logos, neon colors, and anything overly tight or uncomfortable. These can distract from the overall look and feel of your images.

Shoes
No shoes necessary for your maternity session 🤍 Barefoot keeps the look clean, natural, and timeless.

What to Bring
Nothing except your selected wardrobe. Just show up, Mama—I’ve got the rest covered.


What to Expect

Session Length
Your session will last about 20 minutes.

During Your Session
We’ll move through a few simple setups and natural movements to capture a variety of beautiful, flattering images.

Guidance
No posing experience needed at all—I will guide you every step of the way so you feel confident and look amazing.

Photo Delivery
Your gallery will be ready within 2 weeks after your session.

Payment Process
You’ll receive your gallery first, then select and purchase your images afterward.

Logistics

Studio Address
550 Old Spanish Trail, Suite I
Slidell, LA

Parking
Free parking is available on-site for easy access.

Arrival Time
Please arrive about 5 minutes early so we can start right on time.

Running Late?
If you’re running behind, please call or text me as soon as possible at 504.608.2232 so I can best accommodate you.