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Are Your Christmas Cards Ready?

Before you know it, the Christmas season will be here. Are your Christmas cards ready?

If you are hoping to send out a family holiday greeting card this year, now is the time to book your photos. Here’s some ideas for some family Christmas photos:

Indoor photos by the fireplace or by the tree
Outdoor photos in a park, in front of the house, or playing in the snow
Fun photos in pyjamas, ugly Christmas sweaters, playing a game, or having a snow fight
Using props such as a wreath, Christmas ornaments, Christmas lights, or stockings

For more great ideas, book with your photographer today!

Not sure how you would like to send your family photos? Here’s some unique ideas:

This year, take a compilation of your photos and make a calendar
Add your photo(s) to a mug to give to family, friends, and loved ones
Turn your photo into a fridge magnet that friends can easily place on their fridge
Send your photo as a card with a picture of your family on the front and a letter on the inside
Make your family photo into an ornament

For more great ideas, book with your photographer today!

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Christmas is coming fast…don’t forget about Christmas cards!

This recent snowfall has reminded me of how quickly Christmas is coming. What an exciting time! What are some of your favourite traditions leading up to the holidays? Between now and the New Year, our family receives an abundance of Christmas cards from family and friends. I love reading their updates, hearing about what they have planned for the upcoming year, and most of all, seeing a family photo with the card.

Each year, your family changes; kids start growing up, and your extended family and loved ones want to visually experience those special transitions in your life. One of the best gifts to give at Christmas is a professional portrait of your family. Keep in mind that there is only a limited number of weeks until Christmas, and that family photos should be booked sooner than later! Book an appointment today to schedule your shoot before spaces fill up.

Not sure what type of creative Christmas card you should do this year? Check out these 101 Creative Christmas Card Ideas, and consult with your photographer about putting those ideas into place.

It’s not too late to book your Christmas photos! Contact Miko Photography today to schedule your photo shoot before time runs out! We want to make sure you have the perfect Christmas card to give to family and friends this year.

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Fall Photos Make Great Christmas Cards!

I love this beautiful time of year! With the leaves changing from green to golden yellows and oranges, there is a certain elegance that is portrayed in the scenery of our everyday lives. Not only are these colours beautiful to look at, but they also make stunning backdrops for family photos. Some of the best Christmas cards I have received were ones that included a family picture that was taken during the fall.

Need some inspiration for where you can take fall family photos? Here are five location ideas for you to consider. A professional photographer can help you find the perfect location!

In a park – Find a park with trees. The leaves can still be attached or they can be on the ground; either way, the photos look great! It makes it a lot more fun for kids when there are leaves to play in!

In a field – Wide open, grassy spaces can be great for group shots, or action shots, if the kids enjoy running around. Corn fields are also fun locations to shoot fall photos!

By a river – The reflections of nature in the water create a beautiful backdrop for your photos.

At a farm – Live in the country or know someone who does? Opt to take your photos in the country by a big red barn, with some horses, or simply along a wooden fence.

At a pumpkin patch – Some of the cutest photos are found taken at a pumpkin patch.

Where is your favourite place to take fall photos? Let us know by submitting your response in the comments below.

Not sure what to wear for fall photos? Check out this article for some tips.

Today I invite you to book your fall photos so that you can use them in this year’s Christmas cards! Too book a session today, please contact us.

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