So in my attempt to start building my kids portfolio I called up my sis-in-law, Marla, and asked if she could bring Jonah to me for a few fun ideas that I had. Well since I’m so used to working with hardy adults and seniors who will brave any weather for a good shot, I learned my first lesson in my children’s photography journey.
Lesson #1- Reschedule if the windchill is in the 20’s.
Lesson learned. We rescheduled the session after these funny photos…
February 14, 2010 - 6:58 pm - Kids are definitely a different ball game! haha These are cute anyway though :) Your last post totally inspired me. I've only done a few weddings, but keep feeling like I have to like them or have to do them....but I've really been leaning towards just accepting a couple a year. After your post...I'm almost 99% positive I'm just going to not do weddings at all. I don't like them. They don't make me as happy and excited as shooting newborns and kiddos. I loove doing that! So anyway...just wanted to say thanks for being so honest and following your heart :)
February 14, 2010 - 7:20 pm - Or maybe you just need to pay your models in cookies and candy now.
February 14, 2010 - 8:55 pm - Yea, always carry a nice supply of candy for bribing. ;) And I will volunteer my kids for you to "practice" on anytime. :)
February 15, 2010 - 12:06 am - hahaha! I love it! He is a trooper at least for those shots! For pics of the ring bearer at our wedding we taped $5 to where he was supposed to stand and when the ceremony was over he could have it :0) I think the cookies and candy is a little cheaper though. GOOD LUCK!!
February 15, 2010 - 6:56 am - too funny:)
February 15, 2010 - 7:18 am - that last one is hilarious! I love to start the day off with a laugh.
February 15, 2010 - 9:52 am - haha, I'm so excited to see you're already diving into children's photography! It's a whole new ball game! You can do it!
February 15, 2010 - 12:01 pm - priceless....
February 15, 2010 - 7:57 pm - Lauren - Did you really use the word "Sike"?? only you!
February 16, 2010 - 12:22 pm - you are putting me in to 'tiger' mode here! haha! you are going to be a fabulous children's photographer. i keep thinking back to honduras and how much those kiddos loved you! you are a natural.
February 16, 2010 - 2:30 pm - You can do it!!! :) Here's this lady that i really like to keep up with her blog! http://www.jbowerphoto.com/blog/
February 16, 2010 - 2:48 pm - Kids definitely call for a lot more patience, but the end result is so cute! The pics made me laugh... I know he was probably uncomfortable and least he hung in there for a little bit.
February 17, 2010 - 7:55 am - Agree with all comments above! Children MUST be comfy or it's a no-go! I applaud you for doing something out of your element. You're going to be fantastic! These pics are precious. One tip: buy The Art of Children's Portrait Photography by Tamara Lackey. It's $23 on Amazon. She also has a DVD (available on her website) that is pure gold...and the price shows it...but, worth every penny. I've seen crazy improvement since studying her works. Still not where I wanna be, but getting there! You're a rad girl, Lauren!
February 17, 2010 - 10:59 am - ha ha! So funny! I can not wait to see all of the new fabulous children/family pictures you will be posting. It was a blessing finally getting to meet you at the FTL workshop. :)
February 17, 2010 - 9:54 pm - I love the colorful blanket! It just makes the photos pop!
February 18, 2010 - 7:05 am - NOT.
February 19, 2010 - 9:36 am - how cute!!! love the blanket! i have hard times photographing children, i prefer adults! LOL
February 19, 2010 - 2:20 pm - Sometimes these make the best images! I think they are so cute!
February 19, 2010 - 4:46 pm - I love that you used the word "sike" in your title! Now I need you to use the word "Diesel!" It would make me so happy!
February 21, 2010 - 9:32 pm - These are hilarious! I learned the same thing after I came home with a ton of pictures of 2 poor little red cheeked, watery eyed boys!
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