Kids Birthday Party

Where do I start?? There are so many photo opportunities at a Childrens' Birthday Party, but they are often missed. Here are 10 Photo Tips to help you capture the day!

1.   Be Prepared:
   Create a list of must have photos, e.g.:
   - Before the party take one of the birthday child;
   - Your setup before and after, as well as close ups, e.g. cup cakes;
   - Candid photos;
   - Group photos;
   - Kids on arrival
   ( This can perhaps be done with a theme background near the present table or front door. e.g. for a fairy party, hang a white sheet with a pastel coloured chiffon material over it);
   
   While setting up, consider your photo compositions. Are there any obstructions? What is in the background?
   
   Know in advance where you want to take the group photo;
   
   If you have a theme, consider having some props for your photos;
   
   
2. Assign a photographer;
   
   
3. Take photos of kids at eye level – tops of heads are not that attractive;
   
   
4. Frame your subject, i.e. use your zoom!
   
   
5. Be Quick – kids are fast and have a short attention span;
   
   
6. Table shots – if sitting on a rectangle table, take the photo from the wide side, to ensure everyone is in focus and can be seen;
   
   
7. Take multiple photos of important moments, e.g. blowing out the candle. You can also try using the continuous mode to capture that perfect facial expression;
   
   
8. Background – keep it clutter free, move if you have!
   
   
9. Charge your battery, clear your memory card;
   
   
10. Do something with your photos straight away – print them, make a slide show, put them into a scrapbook. But do it while the memory is still fresh in everyone’s mind!

Happy Shooting! I would love to see some of your shots!

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