‘‘The house is a mess, could we shoot only in the living room?’’ Well, don't even think about the mess, don't hide things, don't stress and don't try to impress your photographer. I promise you that no one cares, especially your photographer. Tons of toys and hanging laundry, it's all part of life with young kids. Plus I think it's wonderful to include their creative "mess” and imaginative play areas. It tells the real story and that's always worth capturing.