Embrace the beauty of tradition — there's no harm in staying true to
a classic! Honor the connection you share as partners, pals, or
family by putting it front and center in this season's send. Keep it
simple by stepping out in front of the place you call home or go the
extra mile by setting out in search of a winter wonderland.
No selfie shaming here! If formal photos aren’t your jam, we
guarantee there are a few uncovered gems in your camera roll, just
waiting to be shared. We love them (and shamelessly have hundreds!)
for their spontaneity and unmatched joy. When a moment of delight or
inspiration strikes, there’s no better time to get in front of that
lens and snap.
When kiddos can be themselves, they're more than likely to bring a
little whimsy into the scene! Let those wild imaginations lead — and
you’re sure to find a plethora of ideas that will set your cards
apart, bringing joy to each recipient. Bring them in on the
brainstorming and make it a staple of
fun family activities
that everyone can enjoy.
Paws to honor the season with a little help from your furry friends.
From cute Christmas card ideas with the cat to howl-worthy Hanukkah
cards, it's a way to take the pressure off of yourself. After all,
family holiday photo ideas can be hard to come up with! (Don't
forget a few treats to get distracted doggos to look toward the
lens.)
Paws to honor the season with a little help from your furry friends.
From cute Christmas card ideas with the cat to howl-worthy Hanukkah
cards, it's a way to take the pressure off of yourself. After all,
family holiday photo ideas can be hard to come up with! (Don't
forget a few treats to get distracted doggos to look toward the
lens.)
Wrangling the whole crew is easier said than done, but good things
happen when the gang's all together. You may need a hand from a
close friend or relative, a tripod to set your camera up on, or some
scrappy finagling of the phone to prop it up against an object with
the timer on. Then, let the family holiday photo ideas ensue!
Need more inspiration? Some of our photographer friends put together
a list of
tips for photographing your family
that might come in handy.
Celebrate love in its many forms by capturing the candid
micro-moments that bring your bonds to life. A little one's love for
their sibling, a mother's love for their newborn… the list goes on,
but each is the stuff of cute Christmas card ideas and beyond. After
all, melt-your-heart was made for merry.
If 98% of your photos are of the little ones in your life, this tip
was made for you. Grab a handful of your favorite images and give
family and friends a card they'll want to keep on the fridge
year-round. With so many snaps of your young one on hand, we think
it calls for a multi-image card — wouldn't you say?
Oh and if you need some help, don't forget to check out our
tips for photographing children.
Skip to the top of the fridge-worthy pile by humoring your silly
side, because let's face it, a little levity is always welcomed.
Embrace those goofy faces and silly outtakes — your holiday cards
are a chance to bring those bloopers to the forefront… and laughter
to their mailboxes.
Poses have their place, but it's those authentic little moments of
imperfection that showcase what the season is all about. Luckily,
it's easy to get both pristine and playful images as you're making
your photos. All it takes is a little snap-happiness to catch the
in-between outtakes that you can't wait to put in print.
Smiling faces are always in season, but often we overlook the
creativity simple props can bring into our DIY holiday cards and
photos. Look to wreaths, cookies, menorahs, or the many other
objects that symbolize the season in your eyes. Each holds a wealth
of playful possibilities for a good mail day (and a welcome out for
those of us who are a little more camera shy!).
Perennial overachievers, this one's for you. You know: those of you
who chop down your own trees, deck the car with boughs of holly,
wait for storybook snowstorms, sprinkling in any signs of the
season. You've set the bar high — now give the people what they
want. It's your time to shine!
Get your seasonal dose of dashing through the snow (or sand!) by
adventuring into nearby landscapes for holiday card photos that give
winter its due. Or, look through your camera roll for a landscape
that you've been saving for some special treatment. Either way, it's
sure to stand out on the fridge in the midst of all of those family
photos!
Psst…have you caught up on our conversation with Chris Burkard? He’s
offering some
landscape photography tips
that might be of help.
