One Week! The countdown to your family photo session
One Week to Go! Your Family Photo Session Checklist 📸
It’s almost photo day—how exciting! Here’s your one-week-out checklist to help you feel calm, confident, and completely prepared for your family photo session.
✅ Outfits Are Set
Try them on again! Double-check for wrinkles, skirt lengths, or anything else that might need adjusting. Don’t forget to iron or steam where needed. If you’re unsure about anything, feel free to email or text sample photos to the studio—we’re happy to help!
📍 Location Locked In
Make sure your location is GPS’ed and you know how long it will take to get there. If you’re heading to the studio, here are detailed directions to the parking lot and studio lobby. Plan to arrive early!
Good news: the studio shares a building with an excellent coffee shop. And if your session is at a different photo spot, you should’ve received ideas for nearby things to do if you arrive early.
🧒 Prepare the Kiddos
Start chatting gently with your little ones about the session—it should feel like a fun family event. Skip practicing smiles or saying “cheese.” Instead, try singing songs, playing "I Spy" or "Patty Cake," and making silly noises. These playful moments help bring out genuine, joyful smiles.
🤳 Posing Prep
Curious about how we’ll handle posing? Click here to learn more about what to expect during the session.
☀️ Weather Plan
If your session is outdoors, we’ll keep a close eye on the forecast. Sessions will be rescheduled, moved to the studio, or canceled if:
Temps drop below 40°F or climb above 90°F
There's a 60%+ chance of rain, 24 hours prior
We’ll be in touch if any changes are needed!
📦 What to Bring
Pack a small bag with these essentials:
Personal items: makeup for touch-ups, hairbrush, lipstick, etc.
Water bottles for everyone
Kid-friendly snacks: think cut-up grapes, fruit snacks, or Cheerios (no chocolate or Goldfish, please!)
Shoes made for walking—you can always change into dress shoes later
Change of clothes for after the session
Bonus tip: I’ll have a lollipop for older kiddos after we wrap! Please don’t mention snacks or treats in advance—we’ll use them as a surprise smile-catcher.
🎉 Make a Day of It
Your session is part of a bigger memory—why not make the whole day special? Before or after your shoot, plan a little family time.
If you're at the studio, check out these local favorites:
Middlebrow – Brewery & restaurant just a mile away, with some of the city’s best pizza. Reservations recommended.
Park & Field – Spacious patio and very kid-friendly. Reservations recommended.
Fun things nearby:
The 606 – Bring the stroller or bikes! A park entrance is just a block from the studio.
Garfield Park Conservatory – Great year-round. Reservations are required but free and easy to make.
Logan Square Farmers Market
📞 Keep in Touch
Communication is key! Please let me know about any:
Illnesses
Bumps or bruises
Outfit concerns
Weather worries
Changes in the family lineup—anything!
You can reach me at:
📧 jennifer@logansquarephoto.com for general questions
📱 312-600-4810 (call/text) for anything urgent
Can’t wait to see you and capture some amazing memories! Let’s make it a beautiful, joyful experience—start to finish.