Central Coast Family Photographer

The best time is when the sun is lower in the sky, so later in the afternoon. The sun is less intense and more flattering as shadows are softer. I love backlit images which means the sun is behind you. This avoids squinting and gives me the soft blurred glowing background I love. In daylight savings a start time of around 6pm and out of daylight savings I like to shoot from 3pm. Understandably this might not be suitable so earlier starts are possible. Early morning is always an option too. 

We postpone the session. Overcast we can still go ahead. In the case of rain or heavy winds - we postpone. No one want's photos with their hair flying everywhere. If it's just the beach that might be a bit too windy, if possible I will change the location to somewhere a little more sheltered. 

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What is a good time of day for portraits. 

in the case of bad weather?

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If you're after the props in a studio environment - no I don't offer that. I absolutely will shoot newborns with their family in an outdoor location. The baby is always held by Mum, Dad or a sibling and I can definitely get close up shots of the baby. 

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This depends on a few factors. With young children, they generally determine how long a session goes for. If they are happy enough I'll keep shooting. If they get over it quickly - we might be done in 15 minutes. You will receive the best images from the session. Unless you booked the first package which is 25. 

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How many photos will we receive? 

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Fantastic! I'd love to capture your family! Please send me an enquiry via my contact page or an email directly to jodie@jodiereardonphotography.com.au  and let me know the type of session you'd like. Is it a couples session, one immediate family, extended family? Also ask me any questions you may have. 

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We love your work and want to book. What is the next step?

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Do you photograph newborns? 

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What do we wear?

Be yourselves and be comfortable. My biggest tip is to avoid too many patterns - it can be distracting. Don't all dress in the same colours - the denim and white thing is a fad that has passed in my opinion. Don't get me wrong, denim and white look great, but just not on everyone. It can look as though you are all in a uniform. If it's a session on the beach - dress for the surrounds, shoes you can kick off, a nice dress, neutral tones, with a pop of colour. You can choose similar tones or perhaps choose a colour palette with 3 or 4 colours for everyone to choose from. Have a look at the photo above with the extended family. They decided on blues and whites and the little girls are in lighter shades of other colours.