Your Fall Photo Session Checklist for a Stress-Free Shoot - Tips from your Local Family Photographer in Sonoma County, Diana Jex

Who loves a checklist? 🙋‍♀️ If you have a fall photo session coming up, you're going to want to save this! A little preparation goes a long way in helping you feel totally cool, calm, and collected before your shoot.

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Before Your Session: The Essentials

• Try on all outfits at least a few days before the session, and make sure the kids have tried theirs on, too! This is a great way to avoid any last-minute surprises or discomfort.

• Lay everything out the night before. Gather all the fall outfits, accessories, shoes, and any backup items. This makes getting ready the day of your session much smoother. Don't forget cozy layers like cardigans or scarves that you can add or remove!

• Check your drive time an hour before you leave. Fall traffic, especially on weekends, can be unpredictable. Looking at a navigation app right before you head out will give you an accurate ETA and help you avoid feeling rushed.

• Pack snacks and water, especially if little ones are coming along. Happy, fed kids (and adults!) make for a happier session. Think about easy, non-messy snacks that won't stain clothes.

• Make sure everyone’s well-rested and well-fed. A good nap and a full belly can make all the difference in a child's mood, and your own!

During Your Session: The Mindset

• Don’t worry about perfect hair or behavior. My goal isn't to capture perfection; it's to capture genuine connection and real moments. The beautiful fall light and scenery will do its part, and your job is just to enjoy the time with your family.

• Trust me to handle the rest. My job is to guide you, find the best light, and capture the beautiful interactions that make your family unique. You just focus on enjoying the time together.

  
  

Remember, this session is about celebrating your family as you are right now. Have any questions as you're preparing? I'm just a message away!

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A tender moment captured as a mother joyfully lifts her baby, sharing a playful kiss amidst a serene woodland backdrop. Fall family photos by Diana Jex Photography. Tips and Tricks!

A mother joyfully lifts her laughing child against the backdrop of a golden sunset over rolling hills during a Motherhood Fall photo session in Marin County.

A family enjoying a breezy day at the beach, with parents walking hand in hand and siblings playfully giving piggyback rides along the shoreline. Taken during a recent summer beach family photo session by Diana Jex Photography.

A tender moment captured in a sunlit field as a mother holds her children close, surrounded by golden grass and a backdrop of lush trees. Marin County Fall family photo session by Diana Jex.

A joyful family moment captured in the golden sunlight as parents enjoy a loving embrace with their smiling baby in a serene natural setting in Novato during a recent fall family photo session.

A family enjoys a serene walk along the beach at sunset, holding hands as their silhouettes reflect on the wet sand in Bodega during a recent beach family photo session.

A cozy moment in nature as a family enjoys quality time together, snuggled up on a blanket among autumn leaves, with their curious little one looking up.

Diana Jex specializes in portrait photography including maternity photography, newborn photography, children and family photography. Diana Jex Photography primarily serves families located in Sonoma County, Marin County and Napa County : Petaluma, Santa Rosa, Novato, Marin, San Rafael, Windsor, Rohnert Park, Napa, Cotati, Sonoma and other surrounding areas.