{"id":1217,"date":"2023-09-05T15:00:41","date_gmt":"2023-09-05T15:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.flytographer.com\/blog\/perfect-start-flytographer-shoot\/"},"modified":"2023-09-05T15:00:41","modified_gmt":"2023-09-05T15:00:41","slug":"perfect-start-flytographer-shoot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flyphotoprod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/perfect-start-flytographer-shoot\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Have the Perfect Start to Your Flytographer Shoot"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Sometimes the best way to have successful experiences in life is to make sure you\u2019re well prepared, and a photo shoot is no exception! \ud83d\udc4d We <\/span>all<\/span><\/i> want the best results when it comes to photos, so we\u2019re going to let you in on how to make that happen (hint: it starts with preparation)! \ud83d\udcdd<\/span><\/p>\n

Here at \u200b\u200bFlytographer, we easily connect people with trusted photographers for fun photo shoots and have captured over three million memories worldwide. \ud83c\udf0f Today, we asked our local photographers to let us in on their best tips & tricks to prepare for your Flytographer shoot. \ud83d\udca1 <\/span>Being fully prepared, relaxed, and ready to go prior to meeting your photographer means you can breathe a sigh of relief while you\u2019re <\/span>on<\/span><\/i> your photoshoot\u2014making for even better photos! \ud83d\udcf8<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Planning your outfit<\/strong><\/a>\u2014<\/span>planning what you are going to be wearing outfit-wise (including footwear!) is a great start to get your ducks in a row in advance. <\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Leave bags behind<\/strong><\/a>\u2014<\/span>only bring the small essentials, like a phone, keys, and wallet\u2014<\/span>no baggage, please!<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n
  3. Arrive early<\/strong><\/a>\u2014<\/span>be early by at least 10+ minutes! Shoots are booked for specific timeframes, and any delays will cut into shooting time, so plan to be early to avoid stress and hurry.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Make it fun<\/strong><\/a>\u2014pretty much everyone will have someone in their party who is less than thrilled to be taking photos, so the key to lessen complaining is to <\/span>make it fun!<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n
  5. Have a game plan<\/strong><\/a>\u2014plan specifics and anticipate hiccups in advance by having a solid game plan <\/span>before<\/span><\/i> your shoot starts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Photo: Claudia in Lisbon for Flytographer. <\/span><\/a><\/strong>Ryan and family capture memories in Lisbon with a family photoshoot in Portas do Sol Square. <\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    1. Planning your outfit<\/h2>\n

    Let\u2019s start with the obvious: clothes. \ud83d\udc5a Planning what you (+ maybe your partner and family) are going to be wearing outfit-wise is a great start to getting your ducks in a row. \ud83d\ude0e Check out our <\/span>style guide<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>outfit tips for any occasion<\/span><\/a>, and <\/span>engagement outfits<\/span><\/a> on our blog for tons of fab resources about clothing options, colour choices, seasonal dressing, and more. \ud83e\udd33 While clothes are on your mind, don\u2019t forget about your shoes! Especially since Flytographer shoots often take place while on vacation, you\u2019ll want to make sure to pack the right footwear that won\u2019t leave you with painful blisters as you move around before and during your photo session! \ud83d\udc61<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Photo: Andrea in Amalfi Coast for Flytographer.<\/strong> <\/span><\/a>Brianna and family capture memories in Amalfi Coast with a family photoshoot in the Amalfi Village.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    2. Leave bags behind<\/h2>\n

    Planning is key when it comes to packing ultra-light for your photoshoot; only bring the small essentials like a phone, keys, and wallet\u2014<\/span>no baggage! <\/span><\/i>Having extra bags makes taking photos challenging because (1) no one wants bags in their photos, and (2) our photographers are already hauling their heavy gear, so they won\u2019t be able to carry your bags too. Most people\u2019s instinct is to think \u201cI can carry a backpack!\u201d, but our experience is that bringing a backpack awkward and risky. \ud83c\udf92 Candid moments are interrupted, and unflattering bags in photos tend to put a damper on the final images. (Oftentimes in warm climates, bags like backpacks leave sweat marks that are noticeable as well. \ud83e\udd75) We also want to emphasize that setting bags down, putting them aside, or otherwise leaving them unattended in any way isn\u2019t safe. Watching bags means eyeballs aren\u2019t on the camera, and in many busy areas theft is common, so leaving bags outside of arm\u2019s reach is <\/span>highly<\/span><\/i> discouraged. <\/span><\/p>\n

    Hot tip! <\/span><\/i>Choose a route within walking distance \ud83d\udccd of where you are staying so you can easily return to your home base to grab bags and\/or change clothes when your shoot is over.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Photo: Krystal in Paris for Flytographer.<\/span><\/a><\/strong> Naila and family capture memories in Paris with a family photoshoot at Trocadero & the Eiffel Tower.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    3. Arrive early<\/h2>\n

    For every shoot we ask both customers and photographers to meet 10 minutes prior to their shoot\u2019s starting time so they can connect and become acquainted before the shoot starts and not feel rushed; use this time to review the route, must-have shots, and vision for the photos! Whether you\u2019re notoriously early or tend to run late, we wholeheartedly recommend planning to arrive early for your shoot. \u231a\ufe0f If you have an 8:00 start time, plan to be <\/span>at your meeting spot<\/span><\/i> by 7:45, just in case you are delayed in any way. It\u2019s incredibly common to encounter public transit disruptions, traffic, local delays, and\/or personal slowdowns (forgotten items, tears from little ones, etc.), so plan on leaving even earlier than you think necessary. \u26a0\ufe0f If possible, scout out your meeting spot in advance of your shoot so you know exactly where to go and what to expect prior to your session time. Flytographer shoots are booked for specific timeframes, and any delays <\/span>will<\/span><\/i> cut into your shoot time.<\/span> \u23f0 We value everyone\u2019s time, so being punctual is really important, and we don\u2019t want it to be a cause for stress! <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Photo: Stathis and Christina in Santorini for Flytographer.<\/strong> <\/span><\/a>Larran captures memories in Santorini with a solo adventure photoshoot in Fira village.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    4. Make it fun!<\/h2>\n

    If you have people in your family (kids, partner, parents) who dread getting their photos taken (everyone has at least one, we promise!), think about ways to make it fun! For kids, create a reward for the end, like taking them for ice cream or their favourite treat. \ud83c\udf66 For your partner, make a brunch\/dinner reservation or get concert tickets for after the shoot so you have something else to do in your photo-ready outfits! For parents\/families, mention how you want to print out these photos to update the frames in your house or create an heirloom photo book for the coffee table for the kids to look at and remember time spent with their grandparents. <\/span><\/p>\n

    From our experience, the process <\/span>can<\/span><\/i> elicit complaints, but the result is always worth the effort; having priceless souvenirs in the form of beautiful photos is worth it, so make the process (and preparation) fun and worthwhile! \ud83d\udc4f<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Photo: Madison in Jackson Hole for Flytographer.<\/strong> <\/span><\/a>Grace and family capture memories in Jackson Hole with a family photoshoot at Outer Park Road.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    5. Have a game plan<\/h2>\n

    Taking everything above into consideration, plan the night before <\/span>\ud83d\udc48 <\/span>so you don\u2019t have to stress in the moments before your photo shoot. <\/span><\/p>\n