Getting everyone interested in taking family photos does take some practice. In fact, in some family photos you will see the female head of the household in more family photos than the men as they are usually the ones holding the camera. Men are more apt to steer clear of getting a family photo taken because many of them are camera shy. Here are some tips on getting Dad into the groove of having a picture taken of him with the kids.
Tips for Getting Dad into the Picture
1. Dress Down– Most of the time, Dads do not like dressing up just because, I mean if it is a wedding or some other significant event, they may don a suit or dress to the nines. Dads do not mind being in the picture if they it can be a come as you are kind of photo shoot. Let Dad where comfy clothes and be himself when you want to take a photo. By doing so, you are more apt to get a natural looking photo this way and not a pasted on grin.
2. Get Outdoors– Men like to spend time outdoors. Why not grab your camera, the kids, and suggest going for a walk. You will be able to take a natural great looking photo with him handing the kids an ice cream cone, pushing them on a swing or raking and playing in the leaves.
3. Indoor Playtime– While Dad is busy sitting on the couch watching a movie with the kids or perhaps reading them a book, have your camera ready. You will be able to get a great picture of them interacting with each other. The interest and intensity will be clearly defined on the face of your child.
These are just a few tips on getting a family photo of Dad with the kids. If your kids like certain sports and play an active role in them, a photograph with Dad and kids practicing the sport would also be a photograph that they will treasure. Being creative and taking pictures in a natural setting will ensure that the quality of the photo is excellent and captures the feelings of the moment.
LOL, good ideas! I have my hubby trained, though – he always poses.
I am always the one taking family photos but I’m never in them. My husband HATES me taking photos of him.
These are great ideas haha My Husband HATES taking photos and my sons get the same way.
These are great tips for taking family photos. They become precious keepsakes that you can reflect on for years to come.
Getting photos in a natural setting (like outdoors) is so smart. I try to make sure my son has plenty of pictures with both of us!
Great ideas, my Dad never liked having his photo taken and I think I take after him with that lol. x
Going outside is such a great idea. It makes the pictures look so much nicer!
What great tips. I need to get my husband more involved in photo’s with our kids.
Some people are just so difficult to photograph. These tips will definitely help capture some quality moments!
I love your ideas for a family photo and getting Dad in the photo too 😉
Nothing like the outdoor photos for us
I love the indoor playtime idea. Your shots will look more natural and less posed. Better yet, you will get a new feel each time.
These are such cute ideas to get amazing pictures of the family!
Dressing down is a great tip for getting dads in the picture. But it’s a great tip for kids, too! Many times they don’t like dressing up for a photo.
Getting outside is a great idea. It is always hard to take dad in picture
Great ideas! We do seem to have a lot of pictures of my husband with the kids. Not as many with me!
It’s opposite here. I am always the one taking the photos because my husband is terrible. Always cutting our heads out, and that’s pretty important in a photo lol.
Dressing down wins in my hubby’s world. He doesn’t like dressing up unless he really has to!
Great tips! My hubby is rarely seen in photos and that must change! And will!
What a great bunch of tips for dads to take pictures and family photos. I think that is a great the idea of dressing down. I think that many people tend to think that the best pictures are dressy kind. I personally like the ones that aren’t.
We were just talking about this… not particularly with dad, but those are really great tips for everyone!
These are great tips and I think action shots are always the best especially when it comes to Dads with their kids. I do think we have more pictures of Dad then Mom but that is ok too, lol.
Why is it that guys hate taking pictures? Lol. I had a client and overheard her and hubby arguing about their yearly family pics with me standing right there. Lol
These are good tips. I love the dress down tip, that’s applicable to my hubby, definitely. 🙂
Great ideas!! We do not take so many photos no idea why.
I love taking pictures and the trend is more natural as your doing something kind of shots rather than posed pictures. All good ideas to capture the moments,
You know these tips are right – I never thought about it – my hubby doesn’t like to get dressed up except as you noted in tip #1 and if we are out hiking, biking he’s ok – but, say not shopping – and watching TV but not driving the car – great points to be aware of 🙂
These are some great tips. I like the dress down one.
I think those candid shots during playtime are just the best. Great tips!
I love photos that are taken out doors. There are so many great places to get great photos. We take turns taking the pictures .
These are all great ideas. I especially like the outdoors. We never seem to have enough of those. My husband and kiddo pretty much strike a pose whenever they see the camera.
I get the best pictures of papa and son when they are not looking. I love taking their candid shots, makes for some awesome memories!
I agree with dads not liking to get dressed up. I always make sure our family pictures are in jeans for that reason.