11/04/2026
If your child likes taking photos, SAVE this post. I love nurturing my kids’ creative side BUT hate getting the glue sticks and glitter out…so photography is a GREAT alternative. You don’t need loads of kit or technical knowledge, you just need to make it feel fun, accessible and theirs.
Here are my top tips to get started:
📸 Choosing a camera
You don’t actually NEED a camera. Smart phones are fine + easy to use. Just silence notifications / turn off wifi etc to avoid distractions. They’re using it as a camera, this shouldn’t turn into screen time!
If you are getting a camera, start simple. Too heavy or complicated and you risk them getting frustrated. The fun, simple point-and-shoot cameras you can find online are perfect for younger kids. I also love the Kodak Pixpro WPZ2, it’s pocket sized, waterproof, drop-proof… basically child-proof.
When they’re ready to level up, an older DSLR like the Canon EOS 350D is a great entry point. You can pick up cheap used models + it gives them that “real camera” feeling without the overwhelm.
🔎 Scavenger hunts
Send them out with a camera + a list.
“Find something red/tiny..something that makes you smile”.
It gives them purpose, and can be done over and over. There’s always something new to notice. (My scavenger hunt sheets double up as a colouring activity - LINK IN BIO)
🌷 Themed challenges
Instead of “go take photos”, give them a focus. Kids stay engaged when there is a clear goal. Colours. Flowers. Their bedroom. The dog. The more it connects to their world, the more invested they’ll be.
🫣 Let them take photos of you
Yes, there will be some questionable angles. You will question your own appearance. Deeply. But they’ll see a photo of their favourite person.
It also shapes how they feel about being in photos themselves. Lean in, laugh, let it be imperfect. If you shy away, they’ll start to think they should too.
🖼️ Print their photos
Sit down together, go through + ask about their photos, let them choose their favourites AND PRINT THEM!
Frame them. Make a little album.
Seeing their work out in the world tells them their ideas, perspective, creativity… matters.
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