Getting the perfect family picture: what to do
With Nienie‘s permission, I submit to you what I think might be the best family picture ever. (photo by Blue Lily)
I know you ‘ve seen this gorgeous family before, but let’s break down what makes this family picture so good.
First of all, the setting. They are in a gorgeous orchard, but they’re dressed nice/casual so it makes sense. They look natural there. As if they were about their business, picking cherries and looking fabulous, and a photographer just happened by.
Second, the pose. So natural and true to the family. Once you check out Awkward Family Photos, you’ll know what I mean when I say this, but please beware the armshelf, the lean, the pileup, etc.
Lastly, the clothes. I love that they all look like themselves. Nienie is wearing a fantastic dress and Mr. Nielson has on a handsome blue shirt and slacks. Do they match? No, but they sure look good together. Same with the kids, they don’t match…but they go together. I remember Clinton and Stacy from “What Not to Wear” (who else loves that show?) saying that clothes don’t need to be matchy-matchy. ”They don’t match, they go.” That’s the quote. Always good fashion advice from Clinton and Stacy.
And that beautiful Nienie.
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This is one of those photos that is sooooooooo gooooooood you just want to frame and stick it on your own wall. Of course Nie is WONDERFUL and her family is just eatwithaspoon yummy. The new family pics are really sweet too.
I agree- this might be one of the best family pictures I’ve ever seen as well. I love how natural they look… and their outfits are great. They go together but not matching, I have such a hard time pulling that off- this family’s got natural beauty and talent!
That IS a beautiful family picture. What a good-looking family they are. I can’t get enough of that little redhead’s smile. So sweet!
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