Photos of children look great printed on canvas; they’re the ideal subject matter. Babies especially make for great subjects with canvas prints, but it’s not always easy taking great photos of babies. Whenever you try to take photos of children they’re always willing to pose, as after all kids love having their picture taken.

Babies on the other hand have a very short attention span. Getting a baby to pose is very difficult and can be an exercise in frustration. All too often you’ll have the perfect pose from them when you don’t have your camera, one which they refuse to repeat when you’re ready.

Getting really good pictures of your baby can be difficult. The best option is to try keep it very light and to avoid trying to force a pose. If you can catch your baby when they’re unawares you’ll get a much better photograph. Try keeping your camera with you all of the time and catch your baby when they’re engrossed in normal, everyday activities; such as playing, feeding or being changed. This will allow you to capture the nature of your baby, rather than a forced pose.

You can then grab the attention of your baby by waving something colourful at them, such as a teddy bear. When a baby is naturally curious they make the most endearing expressions.

One thing you should is take numerous pictures at once, preferably with a digital camera. The worst thing is thinking you’ve got the right pose and composition only to find the baby blinked in the best photo.

If you keep the whole process as much fun as possible, you’ll be sure to take a great photo of your baby which will look great a canvas print.