Tips for Amazing Holiday Photos (Making Lemonade)

At the risk of breaking into song, it’s truly the most wonderful time of the year, isn’t it? There are so many natural, candid moments for capturing photos of the ones you love, with plenty of posed photo opps sprinkled in where (most) kids will usually smile– on Santa’s lap, opening gifts, hanging that special ornament on the perfect lighted tree. However since the days are short and the nights are dark, plus there’s different types of lighting EVERY.WHERE., holiday photography can get tricky!

No worries, my friends. I’ve rounded up 21 tips for amazing holiday photos so no matter what your level of photographic expertise you’ll be able to capture those special moments to last a lifetime. From Christmas card ideas to how to photograph your glowing tree to family photo ideas to creative props for photos and even how to look better in photos, these photography tips will have you feeling like a pro in no time. Are you ready? Say CHEEESE! (just kidding. don’t do that. follow these tips below instead!)