5 Photoshoot Trends to Get Rid of in 2023

Yeah, you read that correctly. There are photography trends that need to stay in 2022, IMO. Let’s leave behind:

#1 Cheesy poses.

This one may be pretty obvious, but it’s the top of my list for good reason! Cheesy poses detract from the overall ‘feel’ of the photo, and they’re pretty much the number one way to make sure you don’t get the natural photos you want. My solution to this is shooting in an environment that encourages you to be yourself. I capture the candid moments because it’s my job - you shouldn’t have to pose at all.

#2 Clinical school portraits.

We’ve all been there. And as hilarious as some of those photos may be to look back at, we can do so much better. Part of my work includes a whole new way of approaching school portraits - think modern backdrops, natural lighting, and more time with each child. All of this with the goal to turn school portraits into something everyone looks forward to.

#3 Keeping photos on your phone instead of printing them out.

If you’re anything like me, your camera roll is FULL of photos of your kiddos and loved ones. But how many of those do you actually go back to look at? It’s time to print them out and sprinkle them around your house (in frames, obviously).

#4 Uncomfortable clothes.

Chosen because it’s what you think you ‘should’ wear to a photoshoot. Instead, choose an outfit that makes you feel good, because you already look good! How you feel on the day will absolutely impact the outcome of the photos, and we can definitely eliminate one uncomfortable element before we even get started by making the best outfit choices for the big day.

#5 Matching white t-shirts and jeans.

Just, no. We can do so much better. Transfer the idea of ‘something that works for everyone’ to colour palettes, and make sure your clothes and environment complement each other.

#6 Bonus photoshoot trend to get rid of: Nerves.

Let’s say goodbye to those pesky feelings. Trust me, I get it. There’s a reason I prefer being behind the lens rather than in front of it - and only part of it is because I love what I do. When we work together, everything we do cultivates an experience to settle the nerves and help you relax into the magic of being yourself.