Thursday, November 2, 2017

Tips On Photographing Your Youngster For The Gerber Baby Contest

By Peter Howard


The Gerber baby has been the epitome of innocence, optimism, and infant health for almost a century. Since the first drawings became famous, the company has searched periodically for a real life winner to represent it in ads and other marketing campaigns. The lucky child receives a cash award along with the public recognition. If you are convinced your little one is a just what the company is looking for, entering the Gerber baby contest is your next step.

The first thing you should do is thoroughly read the rules and regulations regarding the search. You have to make sure your youngster actually qualifies before going to the trouble of taking a series of special photographs. The company probably throws out thousands of entries because the parent didn't take the time to read the directions.

If you have read the rules, you know that the company is not looking for a professional photograph taken by someone who makes a living taking pictures. They want something that is natural instead of professionally staged. The child cannot be older than two to be able to enter the contest. They will verify any information you give, so trying to slip in an older child isn't going to work.

It might be tempting to add some makeup to your baby's cheeks or lips, but you should avoid doing anything like this. The company is looking for a naturally healthy child, not one that is artificially enhanced. It may be difficult to catch a tiny infant smiling, and the company has chosen infants in the past, but older children will have a better chance of consideration if they look as though they are enjoying the photo shoot.

Even though the judges don't want professional photographs, they do need good pictures with adequate lighting. If the photos are too dark, they won't be able to distinguish the features you find so appealing in your youngster. If the photos have too much light, the same features will become blurred and washed out. You have to use some judgement when you are selecting your best photos to enter the contest.

Pictures with a child sitting in a bed of flowers, hugging a tree, or overlooking a lake are always crowd pleasers. Most children love to be outside and may be more spontaneous and relaxed in this kind of atmosphere. Not only will you get good natural light, you should find that the extra colors really make your photos pop.

Even professional photographers take lots of pictures before they get a good one. You should make sure your camera is handy. You never know when your little one will break into the perfect smile or expression. Spontaneous photos often make the best entries and impress the judges more than pictures with artificial poses.

Your child may never become a Gerber baby even with great looks and personality. You will enjoy the time spent taking photos and experimenting with locations and settings however. In the end you will have captured at time in your child's life that will never be again.




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