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More What to Wear -Fall Edition {Parkersburg, WV Portrait Photographer}

Roberts Family Photography brings you another installment of What to Wear. This edition brings us to the husband. When dressing a group I generally suggest starting with Dad first then working from there. Guys are generally only getting portraits taken because they know how important it is to you - most would never willingly participate family portraits except that he wants to make you happy (smart guy - keep him!)

They often need a little extra sugar when it comes to portraits, especially if this is his first time being photographed by Roberts Family Photography. They will most likely be surprised at how laid back and fun a Roberts Family Photography portrait session - once it's over - all the moments leading up to the session will just be an act of love. Being armed with this information you can make it easier on him and come up with an outfit that he doesn't feel like a goofball in but still coordinates with everyone else’s outfits. If it's been awhile since he updated his look, this might be the perfect chance to encourage him to try something new. One last thing, schedule a haircut the week before and then have him shave right before the session (if he shaves) and check his fingernails.

Lastly, remind him that the kids do not have to be on their best behavior - they just have to have fun - I don't mind when they act up a little and believe in the controlled chaos theory - anything to get a natural smile!

Onto the outfits!

 
 

A Chance to Win and Get $50 off a session

Roberts Family Photography does not run specials very often but I came across some of the cutest little boy stuff on Etsy today and felt inspired to run a special. I often hear from my mama's that super cute boy stuff is harder to come by so I always make a mental note when I happen upon something that is super unique and would photograph well.

Check out these tie and hat sets from the We Choose Joy Etsy shop. We Choose Joy offers unique and environmentally friendly kids clothes that are simply stinkin' cute.

Check out this little set - http://www.etsy.com/listing/58338998/get-the-set-and-save-beanie-and-tie-one

 
I want to photograph your kiddo in this (or another color) outfit. If you purchase a set from this shop and schedule a session for your little guy wearing this outfit I will take $50 off your session.

Contact me for full details and to set up your consultation.

Oh, I did say you could win something right? Roberts Family Photography will be giving away one of the adorable tie-shirts from We Choose Joy to one of our lucky blog readers. We will run this contest until Sunday, October 24th at 11:59 pm.  You have three chances to win:

Chance 1:

Go to our FaceBook Fan Page and like it - then come back here and comment that you liked it.

Chance 2:

Would you like another chance to win? Email me your contact information to sign up for our newsletter - include your name, your email address and the type of photography you would be interested in to robertsfamilyphotography@gmail.com. Then come back here and comment that you signed up for the newsletter.

Chance 3:

How about a third chance to win? Share the following status and link on your FB page "Win a super cool tie-onsie or t-shirt from We Choose Joy for your favorite little guy from Roberts Family Photography. http://robertsfamilyphoto.typepad.com/be_blogged/2010/10/a-chance-to-win.html "

Then come back and make comment on the blog.

It's that easy!

Please make sure that you make three seperate comments so you get three chances to win. If you already like our Fan page or already get the newsletter just make comments saying - I already like your FB page or I already get the newsletter. It's that simple!

Comments must be posted by 11:59pm ET, Sunday, October 24th. Each comment is numbered, and one winner will be chosen by using Random.org to select the winning comment number. The winner will be announced onTuesday, October 26th and they will be contacted with the information on how to receive their prize.

Best of luck!

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More Fall Clothing Choices

Roberts Family Photography is continuing our series on what to wear when dressing a group for family portraits with a another lovely clothing set from Old Navy, Hannah Anderson and Steve Madden. I think the woman's shoes are probably a little too summer-ish for the Mid-Ohio Valley and a pair of over the jean boots would probably look great. The man's shoes by Steve Madden could easily be a pair of Chuck Taylors that coordinate with the rest of the look.

This time of year scarves, hats and vests look great too! Don't forget the fun accessories and you are all ready to go.

TIP #1: try EVERYTHING on together before your portrait session. Make sure everything fits and is wrinkle free a couple days before your portrait session. This is especially important with kids clothes because clothes that are too large hang oddly and can ruin an otherwise great shot.

Tip #2: Overalls in theory seem like the perfect clothing choice for baby portraits, they are cute, timeless and can look adorable in casual portraits. Overalls also have straps that fall down, bunch up around the ears and tend to wreak havoc on most 3-9 month portrait sessions. If you are dying to have your kiddos photograph's taken in overalls please make sure they fit snuggly - same goes for jumpers.

 

Fall Clothing Choices

I will be announcing the location for the Fall Mini-Session on Monday so stay tuned -

Mini-Sessions will be taking place on Sunday October 24th and Sunday November 7th, we have a few spots left in each session but they are going fast! Call today to reserve your time slot!

I happened across this image from Rebecca Keeling Studios illustrating a great series of outfits for a fall session.

I loved her use of texture and mixture of styles. I also love that no two outfits match exactly or clash. She used a lot of layers - which are very forgiving in portraits, and added fun extras like the fur collar and the fringy boots!  Remember, clothing choices can make or break a group shot!