One of the many incredible things about moms is that they’re able to take on just about any role to ensure their family is supported and cared for–from chef, to chauffeur, to nurse, to cheerleader, to therapist, a mom can really do it all. She even acts as the family photographer to ensure that countless memories of her family are preserved. But in the process, a mom is usually left out of these beautiful moments that she works so hard to create.
According to a recent study, 84% of Canadian moms say that when they’re together with their family, the person taking the photos most often is them.
When Mom’s the one capturing the memories and moments that we cherish, she’s left out of the picture in the process. 77% of moms say they’re in less than half of the family photos on their camera rolls. And 35% say they’re in none at all.
That’s why this Mother’s Day, McCain has launched a campaign to “Put Mom in the Picture“ by encouraging partners and kids to take more candid photos of mom. McCain is giving three lucky Canadian families the chance to win a professional photography session, and is sharing helpful photography tips and tricks on Instagram to make photo taking easier.
To kickstart the campaign, McCain partnered with award-winning photojournalist Krisanne Johnson to capture candid photos of real moms with their families in their homes. The result? Heartwarming moments captured on camera that moms could finally see themselves in. McCain surprised each of the moms with the professional photographs on display in a gallery setting.
“A mom’s endless day-to-day efforts are all in service of bringing the family together. This Mother’s Day, we wanted to find a way to meaningfully celebrate these moms that bring us together,” says Matt Kohler, Managing Director, Canada Retail at McCain. “A family photo can be such a simple gesture, but it can mean the world to these moms. So we’re calling on partners, kids, friends and family to put mom in the picture this Mother’s Day, and show her how much she truly means.”
To help share this loving homage with moms this Mother’s Day, McCain has partnered with Cat and Nat–viral content creators, best-selling authors and podcast hosts who are best known for their honest examinations of motherhood. And to help encourage partners across the country to snap more photos of mom this Mother’s Day, McCain has partnered with Canadian actor, director and proud husband and father Jason Priestley.
To win one of the three professional photography packages, partners and kids simply need to tag a deserving mom in the comments of McCain’s official Instagram entry post. And for those who want to prepare to snap some photos of mom this Mother’s Day, here are some helpful tips and tricks to keep in mind:
- Tip #1: Don’t wait to be asked: Don’t make mom ask for a photo–especially not on Mother’s Day. Take lots of photos often and share the best with her later.
- Tip #2: Capture candid moments: No need to ask mom to pose. Capture mom in-the-moment doing things she loves.
- Tip #3: Use natural light: Find a bright, open window and take a photo so mom’s facing the light.
- Tip #4: Take LOTS of photos: Don’t wait for the perfect moment. Candid shots lead to the best captured memories.
Together, let’s put mom in the picture this Mother’s Day.
