Your baby, then toddler and now a pre-schooler is graduating from his Preschool and going off for formal education soon! Oh what a bitter-sweet feeling! A K2 Graduation Photoshoot is one of the best way to celebrate this milestone. It’s a fun activity and a great way to document your not-so-little-one’s growing year. But what to pack? What to bring and how to prepare your little tyke for his very first Graduation photoshoot?
Related Read: Why Oh Dear Studio is the best k2 Graduation Photoshoot Studio?
Step 1 – k2 Graduation Packing List
- Two sets of coordinated outfits for everybody.
One set of Casual – Linen, cotton, comfortable light wears.
One set of Smart-Casual OR formal – Shirt with jeans/khaki pants OR Suits and ties for the boys, dresses for the girls. - Accessories.
Hairband, hair tie, little bow ties etc. Polish up the pictures with your little tyke’s favourite accessories!
Pro-tip: Tie up little girls’ hair to prevent any flyaway strands from blocking her face. - Snacks and Snacks!
Being a model is tiring so do bring along some snacks for your little one. Avoid sticky items like chocolates or chips (Stained teeth? Yikes!) Keep to small snacks like blueberries, strawberries, small biscuits.. You get it, small bites that one can easily pop into mouth.
Pro-tip: Avoid hangry (hungry + angry!) little ones by feeding them some food before heading out!
So now that you have the ultimate k2 Graduation Packing List down, how to prepare your little one for the shoot? Read on!
Step 2 – Preparing for k2 Graduation Photoshoot tips!
Tip 2 – Pack your bag and have it ready the night before. No rushing during shoot day!
Tip 2 – Mummies should have light makeup on. Nothing heavy or dramatic. Skip lipgloss or lipstick. Little ones dislike kisses with lipstick. Opt for a light Lip Tint or Lip Stain instead!
Tip 3 – Avoid “threatening” them to “smile”. Instead, let them know it’s a fun activity and that there will be reward after the shoot!
Hint Hint: We have an Ice-Cream Cafe right downstairs our studio!
Tip 4 – Arrive on time for your shoot to avoid any rush and stress. This allows for some greet-and-interaction between your little one and her photographer.
So there you have it! Two simple steps and you’re all set to enjoy your k2 Graduation & Family photoshoot with your little one and have beautiful photographs for your forever keepsake! Let’s discuss more!