20 Things To Do During your Documentary Photo Shoot
Documentary-style sessions are all about keeping it real. The goal? Capture those little moments that feel like you. Here’s a list of 20 fun, easy, and meaningful things to do during your session. Whether you’re hanging at home or heading out to explore Colorado, there’s something here for everyone.
Home is Where the Heart is:
Baking Together – Flour everywhere, sticky fingers, and stolen cookie dough? That’s the good stuff.
Cooking a Family Meal – Whether it’s flipping pancakes or making spaghetti, kitchen chaos = photo gold.
Playing Board Games – Let the competitive streaks shine, and don’t hold back on the dramatic celebrations (or groans).
Reading Stories – Pile onto the couch or bed and let your favorite book take center stage—bonus points if it’s the millionth reading of that book.
Play Dress up– Superhero? Doctor? Firefighter or Veterinarian? Get silly during a dress up session at home!
Gardening – Little hands digging, watering cans spilling, and everyone covered in dirt—can you see it now?!
Painting or Drawing – Color outside the lines, splash some paint, and let creativity (and mess) flow.
Dancing in the Living Room – Blast that one song you can’t help but sing along to, and don’t worry about looking cool—it’s all about those silly moves and genuine smiles.
Playing Outside – Swings, tag, or chasing bubbles… let’s capture the giggles and wild energy.
Walking the Dog – Whether the pup is cooperating or doing its own thing, pets always steal the show.
Building Forts – Couch cushions, blankets, and a whole lot of imagination. These are core memories for your kids, so we might as well get it on film too!
Bath Time – Bubbles, rubber ducks, and little ones making waves—literally.
Golden Hour on the Porch – a fire pit, a glass of wine, and s’mores? Uhhh yeah. That sounds amazing.
Bedtime Routines – Think cozy jammies, toothbrush battles, and sweet goodnight kisses.
Decorating for the Holidays – From hanging ornaments to pumpkin carving, it’s all about those little seasonal traditions.
Let’s Take This Party on the Road:
Exploring a Local Park – Red Rocks, Garden of the Gods, or your local neighborhood park - if there’s a location thats special to your story, we need to see it!
Visiting a Farmer’s Market – Fresh flowers, fresh veggies, and coffee—it’s a vibe.
Pick Up a New Book at the Public Library – Peeking around giant stacks of books? Sweet glances over a good read? Oh yeah, that’s what it’s all about.
Going to the Zoo or Petting Farm – Feeding giraffes at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo or squealing as the goat starts to chomp on your hair - we’ve got to get that on camera.
Grabbing Pizza & Ice Cream – Whether it’s sticky cones from Little Man Ice Cream or a favorite slice from Fat Sully’s, this is about those simple, happy moments.
Colorado & the Denver Metro area have SO many amazing places to explore. Wherever your session happens, it’s about capturing your family’s beautiful, messy, joyful life just as it is. Ready to tell your story? Let’s do it!
