What to wear at your next family photo session

Okay, so you booked your family photos with Katie Bingen Photography. Now the question is….what to wear!?

Each and every client of mine has exclusive access to a styling service. Take the headache out of planning outfits for the whole family. Upon booking, you will receive an email from me outlining how to prepare for your upcoming session which includes how to use this amazing service!

Here are a few tips for planning your family’s outfits:

Coordinate

Remember the days of wearing jeans and white t-shirts….and I mean everyone?! Let’s not do that. Coordinating outfits with patterns and solid colors will create a cohesive look. Pull colors from the patterned outfit.

Colors

Neutral and muted tones. (Think white, gray, navy, mustard, olive green, maroon, etc.) These tones will photograph beautifully. Stay away from bright, neon colors.

Pick mom’s outfit first!

Here’s a little tip….pick out YOUR outfit first! Something you feel comfortable in, feel good in. You will love your photos that much more if you’re wearing something you feel confident in!

Have fun with it! If you ever have any questions or want my opinion, I am here and happy to help.

Thinking about book a session? Contact me for more info!

How to prepare for your Newborn Session

CONGRATULATIONS!

You’ve booked your Newborn Session with Katie Bingen Photography.

…NOW WHAT?

What to Wear

I recommend sticking to light neutral, muted colors. For baby, bring along a favorite outfit, headband(s), swaddle(s) and a white onesie. A style guide and Pinterest idea board will be sent over upon booking. Don’t overthink it too much! First and foremost, be comfortable in the clothes you pick for yourself. You want to feel your best in the photos!

Milk, Diapers, Repeat

Newborn Sessions are 1-2 hours. Why are my sessions this long? Babies rule the session. That’s right, if your baby is hungry, needs a diaper change or needs to be snuggled to calm down, don’t worry! These sessions are meant to be relaxed. There is no rush.

I have a toddler…

Great! The whole family (mom, dad and siblings….even pets!) are included in all of my sessions! Worried how they will behave? I have kids ranging from 2-7. Nothing phases me, I’ve seen it all! Bring along a favorite toy of snack for your toddler. We will start out with family and sibling shots to get their portion of the session done right away. By the end of the session, most toddler’s will want their own individual picture on each chair in the studio (or your living room). ;)

All in all, relax. I’ve done countless numbers of newborn sessions. I have young kids of my own. I love working with babies and your older kiddos! Can’t wait to meet you!

Ready to book your newborn session?

Shield | Maternity Session

The Shield family joined me in late summer for their maternity session. We had the best weather. Looking forward to warmer days ahead!

Bortz | Family Session

The Bortz Family joined me last fall for their family session. I’m so honored to see families year after year!

Brinkman | Fall Family Session

The Brinkman family joined me on an unseasonably warm afternoon in November for their family session. If only every November day could be this nice!

Gwen | Studio Newborn

Gwen’s family joined me in my Waukesha studio for her newborn lifestyle session in December right before Christmas. Welcome baby Gwen! <3

Dugger | Fall Mini Session

The Dugger family joined me last fall for their family photos. This is the perfect time of year with those fall colors!

If you haven’t booked your family session yet, I have limited spots left for September and October mini sessions. Book today!

Schwartz | Fall Mini Session

Happy September! I am so excited to kick off busy season soon. Sharing more from this adorable session last fall!

Have you booked your fall session yet?! Book here! Looking forward to seeing all of you soon!

Weber | Summer Family Session

The Weber family joined me in early August to capture some photos of their new family of 7! It’s such an honor to capture these milestones for families. I love watching your kiddos and families grow year after year.

”The days are long, but the years are short….”

Just a friendly reminder….
September and October spots are filling up fast. BOOK NOW! When they’re gone, they’re gone…

Hallberg | Fall Family Session

This fall weather has me dreaming of fall sessions. The Hallberg family joined me last fall for their family pictures. I love seeing families year after year!

Book your Fall Mini Session here or a full session here!

Stella | Studio Newborn

Baby Stella and her family joined me in my Waukesha studio back in May for her newborn session. Her brother was full of smiles and just adores his little sister!

The Carter Family joined me back in March for their Maternity Session. See more from that session here.

Welcome baby Stella!

Bakker | Nashotah Mini Session

The Bakker family joined me last fall for their family session. Can’t believe this little guy is one!

Cortes | Summer Maternity Session

Last summer, the Cortes family joined me for a Maternity Session before their little girl arrived.<3

Remington | Milwaukee Mini Session

The Remington family joined my last fall in Milwaukee for their family photoshoot. Although the weather was chilly, they made the best of it!

Frey | Milwaukee Lakefront Mini Session

The Milwaukee Lakefront is gorgeous in the summer! The Frey family joined me last summer on a beautiful summer night.

Leto | Milwaukee Newborn Lifestyle Session

Welcome baby Annabelle! I was welcomed into their home back in February to take pictures of their brand new beautiful family of three. <3

See some of my favorite photos from this session below. After you view this session, I have a few ways you can support me and my business during this unprecedented time. I miss capturing all of these moments for you! <3

Now you’re thinking….how can I help to support your business?

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4. Reach out and schedule your session now! Once things slowly start to get back to our new normal and I am able to photograph your families, I will be busy. Reach out now to get on my calendar!

I can’t wait to see you all hopefully soon! <3

Carter | Waukesha Maternity Session

The Carter family is welcoming their second baby very soon! I was so honored to capture this time in their lives a few weeks ago.

With everything going on right now, I am unable to take sessions while we have the Stay at Home Order in place. Their sweet newborn will be documented once we are safe to take sessions again. If you are due soon and are considering a newborn session, don’t worry! Newborn Lifestyle Sessions capture the time in your lives and your connection with your new family member. If this happens to be out of the normal 2 week window, what a story you will have for your children someday. <3

Looking forward to seeing and meeting all of you hopefully soon!

Holmes | Milwaukee 1 Year Family Session

The Holmes family joined me for a family session last fall for their little guy’s 1 year milestone. Isn’t it amazing how much they change in the first year?! You’ll never regret documenting this time in your family’s lives. <3

Mistry | Milwaukee Spring Mini Session

Happy Friday!

Who else is ready for Spring?!

Book your Spring Mini today!

Adalyn | Newborn

Sweet Adalyn was born in mid December and joined me in the studio for her newborn pictures. I love capturing those first moments. Babies change so much in the first year, you won’t regret pictures of when they are so tiny in your arms.

Newborn Sessions can be done in the comfort of your own home or in my Waukesha Studio. It’s never too early to reach out to reserve your spot on my calendar! I also offer packages from maternity through the baby’s first year. Reach out today!