This is probably the biggest issue for most people. Even the most charismatic and confident people turn into someone else when the camera comes out, so how do I help people stop “being weird?"
I tell you the truth
The truth is that it is weird. I tell you that from the beginning. It takes time to become comfortable with each other and get into a good rhythm. The first ten minutes may feel strange and that’s okay. Honestly some of the poses and positions I ask you to do can feel awkward, but wow do they photograph well! Once I show you some of your images, you start to loosen up and that is when the session starts getting good.
We chat
A huge part of feeling relaxed comes from the conversations we have. The more I find out about you, your likes, your dislikes, what interests you, and so on, the more comfortable you become. Don't worry, I'll share things about myself too and we may just find that we have a lot in common.
We jam
Music is such a great stress reliever when you are feeling tense; I'm sure I don't have to tell you that. If you want music, I'll play music. I get some of the most genuine smiles and laughter when the music is on. This is especially true for family or senior sessions where there may be another person around.
