What this Class is all About

Learn a simple way to guide families so they look natural and relaxed, without memorizing complicated setups.

In this class, you will learn how to start a session, keep momentum, and move smoothly from playful interaction to calm stillness. You will practice giving clear direction, adapting for different ages, and using light and space so every frame feels intentional.

Led by Jody Ann Crane, a Calgary-based family photographer known for calm, kid-friendly sessions and warm, genuine images. Her priority is connection, helping you lead with confidence while keeping families comfortable.

Jody teaches a clear, encouraging approach you can use right away, whether you are working with a lively crew or a quiet trio. Expect practical guidance you will remember under pressure.

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By the end of this class, you will confidently guide any family so their portraits feel natural, connected, and polished. You will quickly read dynamics, spark genuine interactions, add simple movement, and make fast, flattering adjustments for every age, while keeping sessions calm, efficient, and fun.

This Class is Perfect for...

New Family Photographers

You are booking early sessions and want a dependable framework that keeps everyone at ease while you deliver consistent results.

Lifestyle Shooters Who Want Structure

You love candid energy but need a repeatable way to direct hands, faces and spacing so real moments look intentional.

Busy Pros Who Need Speed

You have got the camera skills; now you want quick, memorable cues that work with kids, teens, parents and grandparents.

What You'll Learn in this Class

Course Overview

Family Photography Posing Essentials

Family Dynamics

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Encourage Connection

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Movement and Storytelling

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Age Appropriate Posing

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Adjustment and Challenges

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Final Thoughts

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Price
$99/year
(this course comes together with our main membership)

Frequently Asked Questions

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Not at all. This class focuses on people skills, direction and composition, not expensive equipment. Whatever camera you already use for your sessions will work perfectly. What matters most is how you guide families, capture emotion and tell their story clearly.

Jody has been photographing families of all shapes and sizes for over 20 years. She is calm, no-nonsense and real, with a way of explaining things in plain English. Her sessions are relaxed yet intentional and she will show you how to do the same for your clients.

The class is an exclusive offering for the Great Big Photography World community. Once you're a member, simply log in to your account and navigate to the Prime Classes tab on the left-side menu. From there, you can access the class and watch online at your own pace on any device. If you need assistance, our support team is always here to help.

Joining is simple! Visit our join page at https://greatbigphotographyworld.com/join/ and follow the on-screen instructions to sign up. Once you are a member, you will gain access to exclusive content and classes, including all community features that connect you with fellow photography enthusiasts.

Prime Classes are standalone lessons, usually up to one hour long, designed to give you focused insight into a specific topic or technique. In contrast, our challenges and full courses are curriculum-based and made up of multiple lessons that guide you through a broader subject step by step.