Family photography questionnaire
Thank you for booking your family session. These questions help me get to know your family before we meet, so the session feels easy and the photos look like you. Short answers are fine, and you can tell me more when we talk.
About your family
Who will be in the photos? Please list everyone's first name and age.
Include grandparents and other relatives if they are coming.
Are any pets joining us?
Name, kind of animal, and how they act around strangers and cameras.
The session
Do you have a location in mind?
A park, your backyard, a beach, your home, a place that matters to your family. If you are not sure, I will suggest a few.
Would you rather be outdoors or indoors?
- Outdoors
- Indoors
- No preference
What time of day works best for your family?
Think about naps, meals and when everyone is happiest.
Personalities
How would you describe each person in a few words?
For example: shy until warmed up, always moving, the family comedian.
What makes your kids laugh?
A song, a game, a silly word, a tickle spot, a favorite stuffed animal.
Is there anything that tends to upset or overwhelm any of the kids?
Strangers, loud noises, being told to smile, hunger, sitting still.
Must-have shots
Is there a photo you have always wanted and never got?
Are there specific combinations you want?
Each child alone, siblings together, grandparents with the grandkids, just the parents.
Anything to avoid
Is there anything I should know so I can be thoughtful on the day?
This might be a recent loss, a blended or separated family, or a relationship that is tender right now. Share only what you are comfortable sharing, and we can talk it through privately.
Does anyone have limited mobility, tire quickly or feel nervous about being photographed?
Outfits and help
Have you chosen outfits yet?
- Yes, all set
- Not yet, please send suggestions
- Not yet, we will manage
Your photos
What will you do with the photos?
- Wall art
- Album
- Holiday cards
- Sharing online
- A mix of these
How did you find me?