5 Tips for Preparing for Your Winter Session

Some people shy away from winter sessions because, well, it’s cold. But winter sessions make for some prime photo ops, so don’t write off the brr months. If you are planning a session this season, here are 5 tips for preparing for your winter session.

Grab some winter accessories

Really play up the winter accessories when planning outfits. Think cozy knit scarves, colorful coats, adorable boots, mittens and more. These things add visual interest and a layer of texture to your photos, and also can be used to create some fun poses!

Plan ahead.

Plan the day out so that nobody gets fussy or too cold. A bribe of hot chocolate after the session goes a long way. Also make sure that everyone’s dressed warm enough. Especially in our area, dressing in layers is highly recommended. That way if the temps begin to warm, you can ditch a layer and still look cute for photos.

Choose colors and prints that pop.

This time of year tends to look a little brown, but having that pop of red or that flash of a fun print can really make for a gorgeous photograph. Visit my Pinterest Board for inspo on what to wear.

Pack the necessities.

Noses tend to run in the cold, and glasses can fog up. Bring tissues, hand-warming packs, extra clean clothes and hot beverages to keep everyone perky throughout the shoot.

Know your limits.

Because it can be really cold, note that a shorter session may be in order, making my anytime mini session a perfect choice, especially for families with small kids. Make the most of your photos by using every single second to the max, especially at the beginning of the session when everyone’s still warm and spirits are particularly high.

The winter months are actually some of the best times to plan a photo session (I’ve laid out why in this post). I hope these 5 tips on preparing for your winter photo session have been helpful.

If you’re interested in scheduling a winter portrait session with me, click here!