Family Portraiture
Capture beautiful family photos that feel joyful, natural, and holiday-card ready—even if you’re just starting out.
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About this course
In this simple, beginner-friendly class, Sony Artisan Monica Sigmon teaches you how to create the kind of family portraits that make perfect holiday cards. You’ll learn how to find soft, flattering light, gently guide families into poses that feel relaxed and connected, and keep sessions calm so you can capture real smiles and genuine moments. Monica shows you how to photograph kids and pets without stress, choose camera settings that make portraits look clear and bright, and bring everything together in a style that feels warm and timeless.
By the end of the course, you’ll know exactly how to create a holiday card photo you’ll be excited to send—along with everyday family images you’ll love for years to come.
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Monica opened her portrait studio in 2000 and quickly built a successful business with a reputation for excellence and cutting-edge imagery. She has earned the prestigious Craftsman and Master’s Degrees from the PPA, earned her Fellowship Degree from ASP, and was named a Sony Artisan of Imagery in 2021. Monica speaks to professional photographers around the country, providing entertaining programs on marketing, building your brand and lighting; energizing seasoned and new studio owners alike.
Monica Sigmon
Portrait Photographer, Sony Artisan Of Imagery
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