Christmas photo shoot

The foundation is a Christmas backdrop and photo props that create a true Christmas atmosphere in the studio. Of course, before you come for your photo shoot, we will talk about what you have in mind and also about what you do not want in your Christmas photo. We know from experience that clients have different ideas and tastes. We will provide original Christmas decorations, props and lighting for you, and you can choose the style. Either from our range of photo backdrops, or a decorated interior, a staircase, or an outdoor shoot, to which we will bring the basic props and fairy lights. Once you have chosen a style, everything else will run as smoothly as at our other photo shoots.

Clothing and make-up

For a Christmas photo shoot, it is also important to consider clothing and make-up. Choose a style that suits the chosen theme and expresses your personality. Christmas colours such as red, green, white or gold are always a great choice. Make-up should be subtle and natural, with an emphasis on eyeshadow and glossy lips.

Themed Christmas photo shoot

Every year we dedicate our Christmas photo shoots to selected fairy-tale themes. We have already had The Nutcracker, The Little Match Girl and The Snow Queen, as well as classic motifs such as Grandfather Frost and the Snow Maiden. We change the themes for the mini sessions, and they are usually not repeated. We also offer costumes for them, which are ordered in advance according to the children's ages. We plan mini sessions only during the month of November, with a maximum of 4 dates. These need to be booked at least a month in advance.

Christmas photo shoot for children

A Christmas photo shoot for children is very similar to a classic children's photo shoot. Apart from the number of children, we need to know the ages of the children coming to be photographed. If schoolchildren are coming for the Christmas photo shoot, we will provide different Christmas props and overall styling for them than for younger little ones. We try to make the photographs fitting for the particular age group and not to needlessly make children look younger than they are with unwanted decorations.

Family Christmas photo shoot

A family Christmas photo shoot is very similar to a classic family photo shoot. The difference lies in the themed setting. For the Christmas photo shoot, we have special Christmas photo backdrops and props ready. If a larger family is coming to the shoot, it is important to let us know when booking the date, so that we can prepare a backdrop of sufficient size.

Photo in a Christmas crystal ball

A photograph of a Christmas scene in a crystal ball is an iconic way of capturing the magic of the holidays and creating a wonderful Christmas atmosphere. You can choose from several decorative Christmas balls into which we will incorporate your photograph. We choose the ball motif according to your composition, style and clothing. Usually we adjust the composition of your photograph so that it suits the background in the ball, and we remove any distracting elements from the surroundings. We focus on the main elements of the scene in the crystal ball and adjust the frame so that the shot is balanced and aesthetically pleasing. The result will give your photograph a striking Christmas atmosphere, and it makes lovely postcards.

Couples Christmas photo shoot

A couples Christmas photo shoot is a very specific kind of shoot, which we can prepare in various styles, from classic Christmas motifs to ones with an erotic touch. For this shoot, on request, we provide a sexy Santa costume for the woman, or we can recommend an outfit for you.

Christmas photo shoot for nursery school children

The Christmas photo shoot for nursery school children is the most frequent shoot we visit nurseries for. November and the beginning of December are usually reserved mainly for them. Sometimes we arrange these shoots at the last minute too, but in this case the last minute is a month in advance. The first bookings start as early as February. If we visit the same nursery more than once, we try to change the photo backdrop and the overall styling of the setting, so that parents get varied photographs of their children that do not repeat from year to year. Together with the teachers and an assistant, we look after the children; if necessary, we comb their hair, change their clothes and make them laugh. Apart from the decorations, backdrop and props, we shoot just as we do at a classic nursery school photo shoot, which is listed under our family photography.

Poses in Christmas photographs

Parents often want to have a joint Christmas photograph taken with their children. If you have such a wish, you need to book a full photo shoot, because at a mini session the scenes are designed purely for children, not only in terms of motifs but also size. When parents squeeze onto a backdrop intended for children, it looks distracting. Another tip is that parents should expect to have to adapt to poses positioned lower down. This is mainly because of the motifs on the backdrop, which require the figures to be placed low, since they are mostly intended for children's shoots. That is why we recommend mums wear no heels, and clothing in which you will feel natural, for example even when sitting on the floor on the fur rugs.

Emotions and Memories

The most important aspect of a Christmas photo shoot is the emotions and memories associated with it. Let your family and friends relax and be themselves, so that we can capture authentic and spontaneous moments. Together we will create a fun and pleasant atmosphere where everyone will feel comfortable and cheerful.

What to avoid at a Christmas photo shoot

An excessive amount of Christmas decorations or too many elements in the scene can create chaos and ruin the aesthetics of the photograph. It is good to focus on quality rather than quantity. Complicated and distracting backgrounds can draw attention away from the main subject of the photograph. We do not overfill the scenes, and we choose backdrops that create a harmonious and aesthetically pleasing image. Forced smiles or unnatural positions can look artificial and reduce the authenticity of the photograph. We help children relax so that we can capture their natural emotions and expressions. Lighting needs particular care; light that is too harsh or shadows that are too dark can ruin photographs and cause unwanted effects. We try to use natural light or soft artificial light to achieve even illumination.

A photographer for your Christmas photo shoot

Don't forget to book a professional photographer who will help you capture the beauty and spirit of the Christmas holidays. An experienced photographer will provide you with first-class service and make sure your photographs look wonderful and unforgettable. A Christmas photo shoot requires quality lights, proper lighting, suitable backdrops to match your taste and professional post-production. Adding fairy lights and sparkles, along with natural retouching, will help your photographs stand out even more. After all, every photograph deserves editing.

Christmas photo shoot information

A Christmas “mini session” for children is done within 30 minutes; a shoot with several siblings or parents will take longer, 60 – 90 minutes.

We deliver the final photographs electronically or, on request, also in printed form. We can also turn beautiful Christmas pictures into Christmas cards and greetings.

Conclusion

A Christmas photo shoot is a unique opportunity to capture the magic of the holidays and create unforgettable memories for family and friends. It is a time full of love, joy and traditions, and a Christmas photo can capture this atmosphere and carry it into the future.