So I am sure you are all aware that the 4th of July is right around the corner! How exciting! Three-day weekend! I am looking forward to relaxing, watching some fireworks, filling up on good food and of course doing some fun photography! I think since the holiday is right around the corner, I will share some fun and exciting picture ideas with you! This will be helpful if you have kids who hate getting their picture taken, because these ideas are fun, and they will love them! These ideas are also beneficial for anyone attending a party who may want to get some neat shots to share with family and friends. So here you go!
Let’s go ahead and discuss kids. Some kids like getting their picture taken, but let’s face it, most don’t. In order for any kid to enjoy a photo session, there needs to be some fun involved. That includes delicious food and props! Here are some fun ideas to shoot for:
Watermelon: Kids love the taste and the mess. Try and get a big cheesy smile out of them in the midst of their enjoyment.
Burgers: While the kids are munching down on some burgers, try to focus on the messiest ones. Happy, little kids with big burgers are the cutest when you can get a sweet grin out of them (It’s even better if they’re wearing a white shirt).
Flags: If you live on a large piece of land, here is a shot for you. Have your kid put on either a white or navy blue shirt (those look best for this), and have them walk out onto your property with the sun to their backs. Hand them an American flag which can either be on a small pole or just by itself. If the flag is on a pole have them wave it in the air with the sun shining in the background. If the flag is not on a pole, tell your kid to hold the flag behind them or above their head, and run towards the sun. This makes for a great, dramatic and memorable shot. This also works great if you are on the beach. Another thing to do with a larger flag, is wrap a baby or toddler in it. This is a very popular sort of shot, but it always looks great.
Sparklers: Sparklers are everywhere during this holiday, so grab some and take some fun pics with the kids! Of course you should wait until the sun goes down in order to get some better shots. These shots should be done with the supervision of adults just to be safe.
Truck beds: If you or someone you know has a truck, and you have a cute kid, then you’re golden. Deck your kid out in 4th of July apparel and sit them on the bed of that truck! You can always hand them props as well, such as flags, or watermelon!
I hope during this holiday you get the chance to try out a few of these shots! As long as the kids are having fun, the pictures will come out great. Just remember, food and props are key! Have a fun holiday!
Here are some photos I found from Pinterest, which should help you visualize what I was describing:
