Is there a trick to shooting large group portraits without blinkers?

When shooting large group portraits, is there a trick to getting everyone to not blink (other than taking many shots)?

Answer

A couple other tips:

1. Bounce flash, and don't use red-eye reduction mode for your flash


2. Don't be predictable with when you take the shot. Some folks have a special talent for blinking at the wrong time, so don't let them know when the shot is happening


3. Try to avoid having a bunch of other folks taking pictures at the same time. All those other flashes will cause people to blink.