This is my second time working with the McClelland Family. I am always so honored and humbled when clients trust me with their memories and images over and over. Tammy is such an amazing lady and I am constantly inspired by her. Her son and my stepson go to school together and have been on various sports teams together. Tammy is constantly communicating to everyone and organizing what seems to be a thousand things at once. She keeps us sports parents informed and on point. She puts in countless hours volunteering at the school and is a constant encouragement to the students and parents.

I totally relate and appreciate her family of three because that is how I grew up as well. Being an only child has its privileges and drawbacks and I feel like its a rare but amazing family dynamic. We had a great time chatting about their recent trip to Hawaii and Christians senior year next year. Its my hope and prayer that God puts amazing families like this one in our lives when we move to New Jersey. I will miss you McClellands!! Come visit us for a trip to NYC!

Its best to COORDINATE, but not all MATCH.

Complimentary colors work best and it always looks better if your outfits seem to effortlessly go together without you all wearing the exact same thing.

Its important to be COMFORTABLE

Does anyone look happy or relaxed in photos if they are wearing something tight? or itchy? or that they hate? Never! Its also good to remember that we may be walking a little bit, sitting on the ground or in grass etc...These are all things to think about ahead of time when planning outfits.

Busy is not always Best

Really busy prints, or graphics don't always photograph the best in FAMILY portraits. There may be a time and place, but one person wearing a really loud fluorescent plaid shirt or Timmy wearing his favorite sports team jersey may not work for the family portrait you want hanging in your living room. Its best for outfits to highlight the individual at that time in their lives without completely distracting the entire photo.

Accessorize!

Accessories are always fun to incorporate in family photos! Jackets, hats, gloves, sunglasses, scarves, belts, jewelry....it all works great. And it gives us an option to take some photos with the accessories and some without to mix it up a bit!

NO all white/black

It really is best to stay away from all white or black outfits or even all white or black tops. Photos where there is too much white or black can tend to look washed out or flat. It really is best to utilize colors within a family setting!

Imagine your walls in your home

These photos will hopefully be hanging or displayed in your home for years to come. What do you envision? The outfits should have the element of a timeless feel to them.

Lastly, PINTEREST!

Pinterest is absolutely your friend when looking for inspiration for family photo shoot outfits. I have a board started with some ideas that I like, so feel free to check that out and follow/pin ideas inspire you!

Follow Cinnamon Wolfe Photography's board What to wear on Pinterest.