First birthdays are milestones for both the child and parents. It gives everyone a chance to celebrate the struggles and growth the child has experienced in its first year on the planet.
Since your daughter is guaranteed to have no recollection of this event, it is important to involve a photographer in the party. You can make the event picture-perfect by following these tips.
Purchase Matching Outfits
Mommy and Me outfits will make you look like a single unit and will definitely look good in photos. Although the design of the clothes is very important, you should also pay attention to comfort. It should fit you and your daughter perfectly as you don’t want to look uncomfortable in photos.
Make sure you also pick high-quality fabrics; don’t pay too much attention to the price tag as this is a once-in-a-lifetime event. Although one-year-old children don’t play around too much, they can still get their clothes dirty easily. For this reason, you should consider getting a spare pair of clothes for the infant.
Make it a Themed Party
Themed parties are suitable for people of all ages, and choosing an interesting theme can make the event memorable and fun. Some great ideas for a themed party include superhero costume parties, Alice in Wonderland, Arabian Nights, and casino themes.
To make sure the event is a success, you should pick a theme that is likely to interest everyone who is attending the party. Make sure the theme is consistent, from the food, beverages, décor, and even cake.
Also, the photographer should try and capture subtle details during the party as these will make for fun discussions later.
Optimize the Lighting
Anyone who has ever tried taking photos, whether professionally or in an amateur setting, understands the importance of good lighting. It is always better to maximize natural light by opening windows and doors.
If the space doesn’t let in sufficient natural light, you can turn to artificial light sources such as studio strobes and flashes. When choosing the lighting for the party, you should also consider the tone and mood that the light brings out.
Have Fun
Although you will definitely need to pose for some photos, your photographer will occasionally snap photos at random times. These photos will only look good if you seem to be enjoying the party with your friends. You shouldn’t be on your phone all the time as this will make you seem bored or disinterested in other people.
If you don’t necessarily want to spend a lot of time interacting with other people at the event, you can take the time to learn some simple dances. Maxing some fun cocktails can also keep you busy and will help you generate conversation topics.
Conclusion
Your daughter’s first birthday is very special and should be planned meticulously. To make the event picture-perfect, you can purchase matching outfits, add a theme to the party, and optimize the lighting. Make sure you have fun at the event as this will be reflected in the pictures.