Creating connection in family photos is Jodi Lynn’s superpower! She shares her thoughts and tips on capturing the emotions and stories of families in your sessions.Introduction (3:00)What does “creating living poetry through imagery” mean to you? (3:31)Creating real images and movements that showcase movement and showcase emotion. Tips for infusing your sessions with connection? (4:50)Cultivate connection with people in your own life, building in touch points throughout the process and then creating a safe space where they feel comfortable and relaxed.Dealing with  uncooperative Dads (5:56)Moving from a posed  style to creating art filled with connection in family photos (7:16)Learn and use prompts, remind clients of connections, and only show what you want to shoot.What is your favourite prompt to use to encourage connection in family photos? (8:52)Everybody get close and touching, closing eyes gently, and then envision yourself somewhere beautiful.How to capture motion in family photos (10:08)Make the motion! Give clients prompts to move, walk, hold hands, sway, etc.What is your favourite lens (11:29)How to scout for the best locations? (15:29)Ask the client what they envision, and whether there is a place that is special and meaningful.Do you use one location or multiple? (19:30)What to do when kids are uncooperative? (26:36)How important is styling for you sessions? (32:34)Styling makes mom feel relaxed, so I stay continually in touch about clothing choices. Favourite clothing stores for women and kids (35:15)Advice on finding your voice as an artist in posing, styling and editing (37:49)Do model calls and shoots just for you.What are you artistically curious about? (44:13)Discover more about Jodi Lynn BucklesWebsite:  www.jodi-lynnphotography.comFacebook: Jodi Lynn Photography Instagram:  @jodilynnphotography Bio: Jodi Lynn is a Family + Motherhood Photographer who is captivated by dreamy light, emotive connection and landscapes that move her soul. She is passionate about creating living poetry with her imagery and nothing fills her heart more than producing art that share unique, tangible stories of connection, beauty and absolute truth. Resources shared in this episode:Sun scout app.The Power Of A Niche With Paulina DuczmanBig Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert bookArtists Way bookWhere Jodi loves to shopStyle & SelectFree People - Spell and Gypsy Collective, Hazel and Folk, Bohemian Traders, ReclamationRylee and Cru, Finn and Vince, Zara, The Simple FolkQpghRFBniPrpExNwrv