Photographing children: Get closer

Tuesday 17 March 2026, 16:32 by Elja Trum | 1,261 views | 0 comments

This article was translated from Dutch with the help of AI. Read the original.

It can be tempting to take photos from a distance so you don't disturb a child while they are busy. That can indeed be a way to take photos without distracting a child too much from what they are doing.

Vera - f/3.5, 1/100, 100 ISO @ 35mm
In most cases, a telephoto lens is recommended. However, a photo becomes much more exciting when you get closer to your subject. The child doesn't always have to be shown from head to toe either. There is nothing wrong with showing just a head in the frame.

Depending on the lens you use and the distance to the child, you do need to watch out for distortion. If you get too close, there is a chance the child will appear to have a large head and a body that is far too small in the photo. So keep an eye on that.

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