Mount Pleasant Magazine May/June 2023

72 www. ReadMPM. com | www.MountPl easantMagaz i ne. com | www. ShemCreekRes taurant s . com photos. Some families are just better suited to the city life, and the Ravenel is our gateway to sophisticated pictures. PICKING THE RIGHT STYLE After selecting the location, it’s time to consider attire and accessories. Like Stephanie Selby Photography, some photographers provide wardrobe consultations to ensure the families’ desired look is achieved, but one thing to always keep in mind is to select a color palette and stick with it. Selby notes that everyone doesn’t have to be “matchy matchy” as long as the colors coordinate. “Some general rules of thumb when it comes to what photographs best: form fitting through the waist, solid colors or light prints and the use of accessories to make it extra interesting,” advised Selby. I guess there’s a reason we see those white and khaki beach pictures so often. DAY OF ADVICE When speaking to the best time of day to photograph, Selby explained, “We always find the lighting at sunrise or sunset to be absolutely breathtaking.” As a mom myself, I know we can fret over those bedtimes, but magical lighting is worth a little lost sleep if you ask me. Selby conveyed a few more recommendations for the day of the photos. “1. Make sure the kids are rested and fed. 2. Let them bring a toy or two to lift their mood before the photos. 3. Bribe with candy when necessary. 4. Play with them. 5. Try not to pressure them to smile and say ‘cheese’.” NEXT STEPS Once the photographer has completed the session, edited your photos and shared the priceless pictures with you, what should you do next? Order photo albums, enlarged prints, stretched canvases, postcards, etc., so you can enjoy these captured moments every day. As we all know too well, time is fleeting, but a picture is worth a thousand words. This summer, we hope you find a new sense of confidence and joy in the process of family photographs. Be sure to tag us @mountpleasantmagazine, so we can see where your photos take you. Also, enjoy these photos of inspiration from Selby herself. feature

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