![son sits on top of dad shoulders and leans over to kiss his mom during outdoor mini photos in northern colorado](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0031-1024x687.jpg)
Colorado’s natural beauty is nothing short of spectacular, with its majestic mountains and diverse landscapes. Yet, when autumn arrives and the trees burst into golden flames of color, it’s a photographer’s dream come true! The results are truly stunning, and I find immense joy in capturing tender family moments during this glorious fall season. During these recent South Mesa Trailhead minis, I enjoyed seeing everyone soak up the pleasant weather and simply enjoy their time out in nature. In this blog, we are going to explore some simple, yet effective steps I’ve found for gaining the cooperation of children during a family photoshoot.
Outdoor South Mesa Trailhead Minis
For starters, do everything you can to prepare your children ahead of time. Explain to them before the session what you will be doing. Tell them how the photographer is going to be taking pictures, and even consider sharing what you are going to do with the pictures.
The next step is important. Once you arrive, resign yourself to being relaxed. When it’s time for your session, let me, as the photographer, take the lead. I have experience working with hundreds of children and have a few tricks up my sleeve. If you are stressed out and anxious, children sense that and play off your energy. If you give me a chance to see what I can do with the children before you step in, 9.9999 times out of 10 I will find the thing that the children are interested in and get beautiful photos.
Mini Family Sessions in Boulder, CO
And don’t worry if things don’t go as expected. There will be times when children are just struggling. This season of life with little ones can be unpredictable. But don’t worry, I have a backup plan for that as well, and your photos will still turn out beautiful. I focus on capturing the tender moments you share with your children. Particularly the snuggles, or the moments when you are comforting them by reassuring them “I’m here for you”. When you are in the midst of going through it, it may genuinely seem tough, but I know that when they are teenagers you will look back on those images and love them because you will see how you were there for your child—no matter what.
![Dad stands on a path with his little boy on his shoulders during South Mesa Trailhead Minis in Boulder, Colorado](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0047-1024x767.jpg)
![Dad holds his toddler as the mom holds their family dog during outdoor minis in the fall in northern Colorado](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0046-1024x767.jpg)
![Mom and dad kiss while holding their toddler boy on their lap for family photographer Catherine Chamberlain](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0045-1024x767.jpg)
![Couple embraces and husband kisses his wife on her forehead](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0044-1024x767.jpg)
![Close up of a toddler girl holding hands with her mom and dad during South Mesa Trailhead Minis in Boulder, Colorado](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0043-1024x767.jpg)
![Dad and daughter embrace during family photos](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0042-1024x688.jpg)
![Family of four sit on the ground with golden trees and mountains in the background](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0041-1024x767.jpg)
![Family of three sit on the ground for outdoor fall minis in Boulder, CO](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0040-1024x767.jpg)
![Toddler stands with his hands in his pant pockets during South Mesa Trailhead Minis in Boulder, Colorado](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0039-1024x766.jpg)
![Mother sits on the ground with her little son on her lap and daughter has her arms around her moms neck](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0038-1024x766.jpg)
![Brother and sister stand with their arms around each other for family photographer Catherine Chamberlain](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0037-1024x767.jpg)
![Dad kisses his baby daughter as he holds her above his head during fall minis at South Mesa Trailhead in Colorado](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0036-1024x767.jpg)
![Mother holds her toddler son and they face each other during South Mesa Trailhead Minis in Boulder, Colorado](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0035-1024x767.jpg)
![Little boy giggles for the camera during minis with Catherine Chamberlain photography](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0034-1024x767.jpg)
![Couple poses doing piggy back during South Mesa Trailhead Minis in Boulder, Colorado](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0033-1024x687.jpg)
![two young daughters sit on their dad's lap and each kiss his cheek during photos with Catherine Chamberlain Photography](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0032-1024x767.jpg)
![son sits on top of dad shoulders and leans over to kiss his mom during outdoor mini photos in northern colorado](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0031-1024x687.jpg)
![Mom stands with her back to the camera and holds her baby up over her head during the South Mesa Trailhead Minis in Boulder, Colorado](https://catherinechamberlain.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7364/2023/10/2023-10-23_0030-1024x767.jpg)
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Mehra Outdoor Family Session | South Mesa Trailhead in Boulder, CO
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