Tip Tuesday – The View From Above

I am sure you will agree with me when I say that kids are big balls of energy. There are many times when I wish I had their energy…or even half of it!!!

One trick I like to do when kids get wiggly (especially my own) is ask them to lay down. I then stand over them and start taking pictures from above.

When they are not my children, I snap away until I am happy with the images or they are tired of laying down. (Keep reading to see what I do when they are my children.)

(This little ball of sunshine didn’t need my guidance and decided to take a break from her session by relaxing in the grass, which ended up being a great opportunity to shoot more images!).

NOW…if they are YOUR children there are even more options for capturing from above.

If you have boys like I do your house is probably a makeshift wrestling ring already. Use that to your advantage!

Do a “takedown” and get them to lay on the ground. You know, tell them you have a new wrestling move you want to try on them. :)

Once they are on their backs, stand over them and “pin” them with your ankles around their waistline. Snap a few good shots then tell them they can try to break out of your super power hold. For my boys this elicits shrieks, laughter, and funny expressions. All great, scrapbookable images. =)

Happy shooting!!!