This family is related to another that you have seen on my blog. The two little girls are cousins and are only 2 months apart! I don’t have any cousins that are my age so I can only imagine how much fun it will be to have someone to grow with. In addition, this family was referred to me by the other family. It means the world to me when people think enough of my work, and want to share me with friends and family.
We did start the shoot in a fairly traditional setting, the family by the fireplace. I tried to get everyone in a more comfortable and relaxed state and this was the best way to start.
After a full series inside we moved outside. The shoot had actually been postponed by 3 days as the end of May and beginning of June were very tricky for outdoor shooting. Outside my vision was of a much more relaxed and natural group. I let the kids run around, throw balls, use the slide and swings… I let them be kids in their natural state. A much more lifestyle approach to the family portrait.
We will ALWAYS remember how old these kids were when we did this session. Its a trick I learned from another photographer. Just ask the kids how many they are and you get a certain number of fingers. My hat is off to mom for figuring out a way to get a 1 year old to hold up 1 finger. It was BRILLIANT and I will use it again and again… shhhhhhhh its my secret!
I had such a good time with this family, I do hope we get to play together again at another milestone!
