{"id":62661,"date":"2020-11-25T16:50:21","date_gmt":"2020-11-25T23:50:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/?p=62661"},"modified":"2021-12-20T14:52:13","modified_gmt":"2021-12-20T21:52:13","slug":"how-to-take-photos-for-holiday-cards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/how-to-take-photos-for-holiday-cards\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Take Photos for Holiday Cards"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover has-background-dim sf-title-block\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/holiday-photos.jpg);background-position:3% 50%;min-height:390px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-take-photos-for-holiday-cards\">How to Take Photos for Holiday Cards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Design your perfect photo holiday card this season with tips and tricks for snapping the best pictures for your special greeting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button orange-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/holiday-cards\" style=\"color:#ffffff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SHOP HOLIDAY CARDS<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This year, add a special touch to your holiday cards by including your perfect holiday photo. Your friends and family would love to see your families\u2019 bright and shining faces appear on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/holiday-cards\">festive holiday photo card<\/a>. These holiday cards will bring people together and show that you thought about them during this busy holiday season. We curated the perfect list of tips and ideas to help you take the perfect photos for your holiday cards. From themes ranging from traditional and classic to fun and mischievous, you\u2019ll find the perfect way to take photos for your holiday cards this season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group list-text-image\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:45%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sending Holiday And Christmas Cards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\">Sending holiday photo cards is a timeless tradition that puts everyone in the spirit of the holiday season. Put a smile on your friends\u2019 and families faces\u2019 when they open your&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/holiday-cards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">customized holiday photo cards<\/a>&nbsp;in the mail. Simple pleasures such as sending a photo holiday card during the busy season will make all your recipients happy to celebrate the Christmas and holiday season.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"gap: 20px;\" class=\"align-button-center ub-buttons orientation-button-row ub-flex-wrap wp-block-ub-button\" id=\"ub-button-83952685-207e-48b3-b70f-7228bba83a34\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/holiday-cards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"ub-button-block-main  \" role=\"button\" style=\"--ub-button-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-border: none; --ub-button-hover-background-color: #313131; --ub-button-hover-color: #ffffff; --ub-button-hover-border: none; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px; padding-left: 10px; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\" style=\"flex-direction: row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Holiday Cards<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:55%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/christmas-cards\/radiant-frame-holiday-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"538\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Joyful-holiday-wishes-with-woman-and-dog.jpg\" alt=\"Joyful holiday wishes holiday card with woman and dog\" class=\"wp-image-62579\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Joyful-holiday-wishes-with-woman-and-dog.jpg 538w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Joyful-holiday-wishes-with-woman-and-dog-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Joyful-holiday-wishes-with-woman-and-dog-396x395.jpg 396w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Joyful-holiday-wishes-with-woman-and-dog-170x170.jpg 170w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Joyful-holiday-wishes-with-woman-and-dog-85x85.jpg 85w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 538px) 100vw, 538px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"row relatedproducts\" style=\"display:none!important;\">\r\n  <div class=\"col-xs-12\">\r\n    <h3 class=\"rp-header\" style=\"text-transform: none; font-family: 'Montserrat Bold', Verdana, Arial, sans-serif;\">Shop Trending Categories<\/h3>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"col-lg-3 col-sm-3 col-xs-6\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/christmas-cards\/\">\r\n      <div class=\"relatedproduct\">\r\n        <p class=\"rp-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/snowy-surroundings-christmas-card.jpg\" alt=\"christmas card\" width=\"170\" height=\"170\" class=\"wp-image-60938\"><\/p>\r\n        <h4 class=\"rp-title\">Christmas Cards<\/h4>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/christmas-cards\/\"><\/a><\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"col-lg-3 col-sm-3 col-xs-6\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/photo-books\/\">\r\n      <div class=\"relatedproduct\">\r\n        <p class=\"rp-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/year-in-review-photo-book-icon.jpg\" alt=\"custom photo books\" width=\"170\" height=\"170\" class=\"wp-image-63096\"><\/p>\r\n        <h4 class=\"rp-title\">Photo Books<\/h4>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/photo-books\/\"><\/a><\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"col-lg-3 col-sm-3 col-xs-6\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/single-piece-wall-art\/?material-name=Canvas\">\r\n      <div class=\"relatedproduct\">\r\n        <p class=\"rp-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/family-canvas-print.jpg\" alt=\"canvas prints\" width=\"170\" height=\"170\" class=\"wp-image-60939\"><\/p>\r\n        <h4 class=\"rp-title\">Canvas Prints<\/h4>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/single-piece-wall-art\/?material-name=Canvas\"><\/a><\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"col-lg-3 col-sm-3 col-xs-6\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/ornaments\/\">\r\n      <div class=\"relatedproduct\">\r\n        <p class=\"rp-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/metal-ornament-icon.jpg\" alt=\"photo ornament\" width=\"170\" height=\"170\" class=\"wp-image-65207\"><\/p>\r\n        <h4 class=\"rp-title\">Photo Ornaments<\/h4>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/ornaments\/\"><\/a><\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><br>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group sf-header-paragraph-image-block\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-best-holiday-photo-tips\">Best Holiday Photo Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This year, be sure to include a family photo on your holiday and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/christmas-cards\">Christmas cards<\/a>. Including photos of your family members will brighten up your card and will give your card recipients a huge smile on their face when they receive their card in the mail. These pictures can serve as a reminder to see the changes that happened from year to year. Reminisce on the growth of your children, the new additions you\u2019ve welcomed into your family as well as the memories you\u2019ve captured through pictures. Whether you choose to take your holiday card photos by a professional photographer or on your own, here are some tips and tricks to make your holiday card photo even better this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/holiday-cards\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/photographer-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Smiling young family in Christmas atmosphere making photo with smartphone\" class=\"wp-image-62708\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/photographer-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/photographer-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/photographer-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/photographer-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/photographer-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/photographer-85x57.jpg 85w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/photographer-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group offset-image offset-image-right\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:65%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choosing A Holiday Photo Setting Theme<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:15.5px\">To achieve your perfect holiday photo, first, decide what kind of holiday photo setting theme you want. Deciding on a backdrop theme first will set the stage for the rest of your holiday photo planning. Holiday and Christmas cards pictures don\u2019t necessarily have to be taken in the fall and winter months. If you have a photo from a previous vacation or a family party, those pictures would also be perfectly as well. You can even set up a holiday photo session to get fun snapshots of the whole family. Some beautiful examples of holiday photo ideas include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In front of a beautifully decorated Christmas tree<\/li><li>Outdoors with orange autumn tree leaves during golden hour<\/li><li>At a Christmas tree farm<\/li><li>At a pumpkin patch holding pumpkins<\/li><li>In nature: on the beach, on a hiking trail, in the snow<\/li><li>In your home with your family in bed<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:35%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/holiday-cards\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/themes-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A mother father and son are outdoors at a tree farm. The son is kissing his mother on the cheek while she holds an ornament\" class=\"wp-image-62707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/themes-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/themes-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/themes-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/themes-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/themes-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/themes-85x57.jpg 85w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/themes-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group offset-image offset-image-right\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:65%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coordinate Outfits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:15.5px\">Once you find your perfect photo setting theme, coordinating your outfits will be much easier. Dress up the whole family in coordinating outfits to make your photo look more polished and professional. You can dress your family to show off the different personalities each family member has, whether it\u2019s color coordinating or wearing like patterns, these individual touches will make your holiday card photo even more special.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:15.5px\">If you decided to use your home as the setting of your holiday photo, wearing reindeer antlers, ugly Christmas sweaters, matching pajama sets, and Santa hats is a lighthearted way to show your family\u2019s love for the holiday season. Also, if you wanted to have a more formal photo background, your family can also get dressed up for your photo shoot in like color palettes, such as black and gold, blues and maroons, and all-natural colors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:35%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/christmas-cards\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/matching-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Mom and daughter on christmas night in matching outfits\" class=\"wp-image-62703\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/matching-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/matching-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/matching-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/matching-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/matching-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/matching-85x57.jpg 85w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/matching-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group offset-image offset-image-right\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:65%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Incorporate Holiday Props<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:15.5px\">Make your holiday photo more fun and personalized with festive holiday props. Capture moments of you and your family decorating your Christmas tree with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/photo-gifts\/ornaments\">customized ornament<\/a> or adding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/photo-gifts\/seasonal-gifts\/christmas-stockings\">personalized Christmas stockings<\/a> to your fireplace. Include pictures with Santa hats and beards, antlers, and red noses while doing funny poses will make your holiday card more festive. Be creative and don\u2019t be afraid to get silly. Using a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/photo+gallery--holiday-cards\">multi-photo holiday card<\/a> will show all the happiness captured through these holiday-themed snapshots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:35%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/holiday-cards\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"732\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/props1-1024x732.jpg\" alt=\"family in traditional Christmas flower costumes, red - green , Santa's helpers - elves, in the winter forest with a chest of gifts and a huge candy\" class=\"wp-image-62700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/props1-1024x732.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/props1-300x215.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/props1-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/props1-1536x1099.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/props1-85x61.jpg 85w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/props1.jpg 2047w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group offset-image offset-image-right\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:65%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use Proper Leveling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:15.5px\">When taking your pictures it\u2019s a good idea to think about proper leveling. This is especially important when taking photos with smaller kids and pets. Getting down to eye level will achieve a more natural photo with a better scale. Leveling yourselves will make the holiday photos look more intimate and cozy, which is perfect for any Christmas card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:35%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/christmas-cards\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"605\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/levels-1024x605.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas holiday family photo with parents kids and dog all at the same level\" class=\"wp-image-62693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/levels-1024x605.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/levels-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/levels-768x454.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/levels-1536x908.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/levels-2048x1210.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/levels-85x50.jpg 85w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"intext-banner\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/special-offers\/\" class=\"intext-link-banner\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group sf-header-paragraph-image-block\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-holiday-themed-photo-cards\">Holiday-Themed Photo Cards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Make your holiday-themed photo card one to remember with these fantastic holiday photo card ideas. These creative ideas are easy to recreate and are great to use in your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/\">personalized holiday card<\/a>. Adding photos to your Christmas and holiday cards will be a good way for your loved ones to see a current picture of you and your family during the holiday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns sf-2-columns-custom is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/christmas-cards\/proud-boughs-holiday-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"538\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Proud-Boughs-Holiday-Card.jpg\" alt=\"Proud Boughs Holiday Card with family in christmas tree farm\" class=\"wp-image-62717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Proud-Boughs-Holiday-Card.jpg 538w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Proud-Boughs-Holiday-Card-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Proud-Boughs-Holiday-Card-396x395.jpg 396w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Proud-Boughs-Holiday-Card-170x170.jpg 170w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Proud-Boughs-Holiday-Card-85x85.jpg 85w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 538px) 100vw, 538px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-classic-family-photos\">Classic Family Photos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Get dressed up in your best clothes to cheer in the holiday season with a classic family portrait. This theme is timeless and is a good way to see your family dressed up for the Christmas holiday.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/christmas-cards\/modern-classic-holiday-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"538\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/modern-1.2.jpeg\" alt=\"Modern classic christmas holiday card with couple and foil text\" class=\"wp-image-62718\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/modern-1.2.jpeg 538w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/modern-1.2-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/modern-1.2-396x395.jpeg 396w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/modern-1.2-170x170.jpeg 170w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/modern-1.2-85x85.jpeg 85w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 538px) 100vw, 538px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-simple-modern\">Simple &amp; Modern<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A great approach to an old tradition but with a modern twist \u2014 having a simple modern themed holiday photo will speak to the current times. Utilizing a simple backdrop with casual themed clothing will make the photo feel together with a modern feel.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns sf-2-columns-custom is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/christmas-cards\/spruce-confetti-holiday-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"538\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Spruce-Confetti-Holiday-Card.jpg\" alt=\"Spruce confetti holiday card with forest picture\" class=\"wp-image-62720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Spruce-Confetti-Holiday-Card.jpg 538w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Spruce-Confetti-Holiday-Card-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Spruce-Confetti-Holiday-Card-396x395.jpg 396w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Spruce-Confetti-Holiday-Card-170x170.jpg 170w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Spruce-Confetti-Holiday-Card-85x85.jpg 85w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 538px) 100vw, 538px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-in-nature\">In Nature<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Express your love for the outdoors by taking your holiday card photo in nature. Include pictures of your family while on the beach, forest, or having fun at the park. Holiday photos that are captured in nature will have the fantastic outdoor lighting that will make your holiday cards even more magical.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/christmas-cards\/bouncy-dots-holiday-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"538\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Bouncy-Dots-Holiday-Card.jpg\" alt=\"Bouncy Dots Holiday Card with family doing candid poses\" class=\"wp-image-62722\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Bouncy-Dots-Holiday-Card.jpg 538w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Bouncy-Dots-Holiday-Card-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Bouncy-Dots-Holiday-Card-396x395.jpg 396w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Bouncy-Dots-Holiday-Card-170x170.jpg 170w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Bouncy-Dots-Holiday-Card-85x85.jpg 85w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 538px) 100vw, 538px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-everyday-candid-moments\">Everyday Candid Moments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A great way to show off your family is capturing their everyday candid moments. This will be the most comfortable for them and captures their natural smile. Simple acts will make the biggest impact when capturing these candid moments.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns sf-2-columns-custom is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/christmas-cards\/quiet-sentiment-holiday-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"538\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Quiet-sentiments-holiday-card-with-family-in-pajamas.jpg\" alt=\"Quiet sentiments holiday card with family in pajamas\" class=\"wp-image-62723\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Quiet-sentiments-holiday-card-with-family-in-pajamas.jpg 538w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Quiet-sentiments-holiday-card-with-family-in-pajamas-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Quiet-sentiments-holiday-card-with-family-in-pajamas-396x395.jpg 396w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Quiet-sentiments-holiday-card-with-family-in-pajamas-170x170.jpg 170w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Quiet-sentiments-holiday-card-with-family-in-pajamas-85x85.jpg 85w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 538px) 100vw, 538px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-family-pajama-party\">Family Pajama Party<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Have a family pajama party with matching pajama outfits for your holiday-themed photo cards. Capture your family moments in bed spending time with one another or have your kids jumping around having the time of their lives.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/new-years-cards\/treasured-year-new-years-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"538\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Treasured-year-new-years-card-with-kids.jpg\" alt=\"Treasured year new years card with kids\" class=\"wp-image-62725\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Treasured-year-new-years-card-with-kids.jpg 538w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Treasured-year-new-years-card-with-kids-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Treasured-year-new-years-card-with-kids-396x395.jpg 396w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Treasured-year-new-years-card-with-kids-170x170.jpg 170w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Treasured-year-new-years-card-with-kids-85x85.jpg 85w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 538px) 100vw, 538px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-kids-focused\">Kids Focused<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Feature and highlight your kids in this kids focused holiday card. Gather your kids in their very own photo shoot, highlight their favorite activities, cuddling with one another, and things they can do together as siblings. Include their Christmas mischief side to perfectly incorporate their holiday spirit.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns sf-2-columns-custom is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/christmas-cards\/transcribed-joy-holiday-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"538\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Transcribed-joy-holiday-card.jpg\" alt=\"Transcribed joy holiday card with family on beach\" class=\"wp-image-62726\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Transcribed-joy-holiday-card.jpg 538w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Transcribed-joy-holiday-card-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Transcribed-joy-holiday-card-396x395.jpg 396w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Transcribed-joy-holiday-card-170x170.jpg 170w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Transcribed-joy-holiday-card-85x85.jpg 85w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 538px) 100vw, 538px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-vacation-photos\">Vacation Photos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes family vacations are the best way to get a picture of everyone in your family. These vacation photos will show you the wonderful times you spent together traveling and your card recipients would also see the fantastic views of your travels.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"538\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/a-tail-wagging-time-christmas-card-with-cute-happy-brown-dog.jpg\" alt=\"A tail wagging time christmas card with cute happy brown dog\" class=\"wp-image-62728\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/a-tail-wagging-time-christmas-card-with-cute-happy-brown-dog.jpg 538w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/a-tail-wagging-time-christmas-card-with-cute-happy-brown-dog-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/a-tail-wagging-time-christmas-card-with-cute-happy-brown-dog-396x395.jpg 396w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/a-tail-wagging-time-christmas-card-with-cute-happy-brown-dog-170x170.jpg 170w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/a-tail-wagging-time-christmas-card-with-cute-happy-brown-dog-85x85.jpg 85w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 538px) 100vw, 538px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pet-themes\">Pet Themes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Honor your furry four-legged family members with a holiday card that is all about them. Capture your pets at their most candid moments to show your friends and family how much you love your furry family member.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-wrapping-up\">Wrapping Up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking photos with your family for your holiday card is a great bonding time and will capture memories for years to come. During your photo shoot, remember to have fun and not stress \u2014 this will be important for the outcome of your pictures. Get inspired by these tips and tricks for taking the perfect holiday photo for your custom greeting cards this holiday season. As the year comes to an end, its important to stay in touch with your family and friends with the perfect holiday photo card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"h-additional-holiday-and-christmas-card-ideas\">Additional Holiday and Christmas Card Ideas<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/unique-holiday-cards\/\">Unique Holiday Cards For 2020<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/how-to-make-christmas-cards\/\">How To Make Christmas Cards<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/creative-ways-to-design-your-own-holiday-card\/\">Creative Ways To Design Your Own Holiday Card<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"row relatedproducts\" style=\"display:none!important;\">\r\n  <div class=\"col-xs-12\">\r\n    <h3 class=\"rp-header\" style=\"text-transform: none; font-family: 'Montserrat Bold', Verdana, Arial, sans-serif;\">Explore Categories<\/h3>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"col-lg-3 col-sm-3 col-xs-6\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/framed-prints\/\">\r\n      <div class=\"relatedproduct\">\r\n        <p class=\"rp-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/framed-print-icon.jpg\" alt=\"framed print\" width=\"170\" height=\"170\" class=\"wp-image-65209\"><\/p>\r\n        <h4 class=\"rp-title\">Framed Prints<\/h4>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/a><\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"col-lg-3 col-sm-3 col-xs-6\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/fleece-photo-blankets\/\">\r\n      <div class=\"relatedproduct\">\r\n        <p class=\"rp-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/custom-fleece-photo-blanket.jpg\" alt=\"custom photo blankets\" width=\"170\" height=\"170\" class=\"wp-image-65208\"><\/p>\r\n        <h4 class=\"rp-title\">Custom Photo Blankets<\/h4>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/a><\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"col-lg-3 col-sm-3 col-xs-6\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/wedding-invitations\/\">\r\n      <div class=\"relatedproduct\">\r\n        <p class=\"rp-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/wedding-invitation-icon.jpg\" alt=\"wedding invitation\" width=\"170\" height=\"170\" class=\"wp-image-65210\"><\/p>\r\n        <h4 class=\"rp-title\">Wedding Invitations<\/h4>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/a><\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"col-lg-3 col-sm-3 col-xs-6\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/puzzles\/\">\r\n      <div class=\"relatedproduct\">\r\n        <p class=\"rp-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/puzzles-icon.jpg\" alt=\"thank you card\" width=\"170\" height=\"170\" class=\"wp-image-65211\"><\/p>\r\n        <h4 class=\"rp-title\">Photo Puzzles<\/h4>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/a><\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Design your perfect photo holiday card this season with our tips and tricks on how to take photos for holiday cards. 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