This super-cute family photoshoot took place in the early evening in a lightly-wooded area around Cannes. It took about an hour and a half and during family photography sessions like this I work around the mood and whims of the children, who mostly drift in and out of proceedings as and when they feel like it. This way, everyone gets to relax, work at their own pace, and no one gets overburdened or pressured by my photography direction if they're not in the mood.

I don't often pose for static images, but do direct people towards simple, intuitive activities that create interaction, smiles, and laughter. The best locations for a family photoshoot like this are natural open areas where it's safe for young children to roam (parents can then relax), with good exposure to westerly evening sunlight.