Whether you love taking photos of your family or you’ve finally booked that family photo session, taking clutter into consideration is a part of the process.

The last thing you want is to have the perfect shot of the people you love only for a pile of laundry or scattered toys to be lingering in the background.

Naturally, lifestyle shoots are meant to capture moments in your day-to-day environment, but there is a limit to how many distractions you should allow.

Here are some tips to help you better prepare for your photo shoot.

In Home Lifestyle Photo Sessions

Play around with lighting

If you don’t have time to get rid of all the clutter you want to, or you live in a busy space, use lighting to your advantage. If you plan to take the photos yourself, use natural light to place the focus on your subject. The brighter areas of a photo will always be the center of attention. For example, if you want to capture a photo of your toddler, get them to play in a block of light. Basically, aim to shoot in the brightest area of the room.

Change the perspective

Instead of taking a photo from an angle that includes distractions, opt for an angle that cuts them out. Shooting someone from above or from a very low angle are two examples of how to achieve this.

Decide what’s worth your attention

When you are planning out your photos, consider which areas you really want to use. These are the areas you should declutter. You may find that you only need several minutes to clear up a small space to get the shot you are hoping for. If you happen to be shooting outside in a busy area such as a street, you are going to need to practice patience and wait for your shot to be clear.

Communicate with your photographer

If you are planning a lifestyle shoot at your home, ask your photographer about the dos and don’ts you should be aware of. They know how to work with distractions and can guide you on how to prepare for your session.

Overall, don’t overthink clutter or distractions in your home. Rather start by focusing on anything that is glaringly obvious and work around that. Keep in mind that your photographer also has the ability to edit photos if you happen to miss anything.

mQn Photography is a fine arts luxury family photographer in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area, specializing in at home lifestyle photo sessions. Michele, the owner and photographer, has over 12 years of experience photographing children and families both on location and in her studio. mQn Photography’s focus is on creating beautiful, natural images that capture the joy and love within your family. Contact mQn Photography today to book your family’s in home lifestyle photo session! To schedule your next session with Michele please visit mQn Photography | Minneapolis Photographer or e-mail michele@mqnphotography.com

Michele Quattrin

Michele Quattrin of mQn Photography is a Minneapolis family photographer who documents motherhood, babies, and families with a timeless, honest style. With 15 years of experience and a background in photojournalism, she is especially drawn to the real moments that make early newborn sessions so meaningful. Her approach is gentle, polished, and natural, which makes her a great fit for Fresh 48 photography at hospitals like The Mother Baby Center at Children’s Minneapolis. Michele serves families across Minneapolis, Edina, and the Twin Cities, creating images that feel both heartfelt and refined.

4 Easy Ways to Minimize Clutter for Your In Home Lifestyle Photo Session

In Home Lifestyle Photo Sessions

Play around with lighting

Change the perspective

Decide what’s worth your attention

Communicate with your photographer

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4 Easy Ways to Minimize Clutter for Your In Home Lifestyle Photo Session

In Home Lifestyle Photo Sessions

Play around with lighting

Change the perspective

Decide what’s worth your attention

Communicate with your photographer

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

The Clover club Wedding guide

Studio Location: 1330 Quincy St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413

Studio Location:
1330 Quincy St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413