Okay, you have bought kids digital cameras for your
kids. Now it is time to play around and have some funs! They could be taking
pictures of any objects including adults. It is almost guaranteed to prompt a
smile as the kids having your pictures.
Say to your child that if they ask group to smile, your friends and family
will give big smile and happy face for the budding photographer. So kids will
get the best pictures! When you check the result together with your kids there
are two possibilities, your child might be excited or might be some
disappointed.
In whichever result, you can say a little bit word of praising such as
“congratulations kid for your first photo”. This will encourage kids to try
another shot till they are happy with the result.
Along with your praise, you could add simple idea for doing photograph a
little different the next time your kids taking pictures such as reminding to
hold the camera steady or may be a suggestion to get a little closer or
further.
Do not push your kids to learn all the features and skills in a time. One
thing to remember is, try to focus on one skill at moderate time otherwise your
kids will leave you alone with the camera. Tomorrow is always another chance to
teach your kids.
One last important tip is, stop your critics or suggestions for a while and
try to join their enthusiasm and joyfulness. Taking pictures with your kids
will give you an opportunity to see a different world through your child’s eyes
and this is precious moment to share with.
By following these simple tips, both of you will be having so much fun and
it’s a great start for them to learn more about photography.
Tips: I have a good resource for you to read more articles about kids digital cameras.