Posts Tagged 'candid kids lifestyle photos'
When I showed up at their home for baby brother’s newborn photo session, his parents rushed me over to their Pinkle Toes photo wall (I love getting to see that in my clients’ homes 😉 to show me just how much he looked like his big brother at his newborn session. Oh my word! They were absolutely right! It was unreal!!! We even repeated one of my favorite shots from back then–did you see THIS post?
But then, the more I worked with the little guy, the more I got to see just how different they were, too. Baby brother was much tinier, much sleepier, and was making very different expressions than his big brother did back then. It’s going to be really neat to see how these likenesses and differences manifest themselves as the brothers grow up.
P.S Watching the mowers cut down some lovely wildflowers today (boooo!) reminded me of their maternity session. The sunrise that morning and the light fog was just amazing out here:
In true Austin fashion, there was some event going on at the park when we met for our photo session that day. Parking…oh lovely parking. Well, let’s just say it wasn’t easy to snag a spot. But we pushed forward–all the way forward to the really, REALLY LOUD live music that happened to be there. We were shouting at each other to try and communicate. It was rather comical. But again, they pushed on through and managed to keep a great sense of humor. The pics of mom and her cubs…oh my…
Growing up with my clients is a privilege I cherish. It’s like I have the largest extended family on the planet and I get to be there to celebrate the biggest milestones and the happiest moments in so many people’s lives.
This particular session was very special to them and to me. It’s marking the time as a family of three, how they’ve settled in so nicely into parenthood, this little beauty with her joy and spirit, and how–in just a few months–they will add one more to their nest.
The weather was incredible and the light fell perfectly on them no matter where they were. Everywhere we explored, we found beautiful little nooks to help them tell their family story. This gazebo was breathtaking, covered in every inch by jasmine in full bloom. We could smell it before we even turned the corner to spot it. It was like a fairytale unfolding before us.
I had *just* finished watching The Tree of Life a few days before their session. Even if I didn’t fully understand the movie, I was completely inspired by the memory-like progression of the film…those little snippets flashing on screen making even the smallest moments seem significant. It greatly influenced my approach to their session and the ones I’ve had since. I need to watch it again.
And then, as if we needed icing on this cake, we stopped by this wildflower field on our way home for some signature Pinkle Toes Texas wildflower images ;-). Seriously, it was if we could do no wrong this afternoon.
I’m so happy we got to do this session before baby #2 arrives and I’m very much looking forward to see how baby girl up here embraces her new role as Big Sister!
while the rest of us watch a movie. He has *always* always marched to the beat of his own drum. I have *always* always admired that about him. I am proud of him.
May 02, 2012
This is a good looking family, no doubt about it. These boys just take my breath away. Even from the first time I met them [funny…I just noticed the titles of the last post and this one are pretty much the same ;)], I was completely bowled over by their energy, exuberance, and dashing good looks. Despite a tragic balloon incident, we managed to have a wonderful time at the city park, enjoying the perfect weather and all the fun sites to see (like counting turtles and climbing giant hills)!
May 01, 2012
Three years ago I was charmed by big sister. At the time, she was one of the most well-spoken, pleasant, intelligent 1-year-olds I had *ever* met. She is still one of the most well-spoken, pleasant, intelligent children I’ve ever worked with. She has a GREAT imagination and loves to entertain. I’m glad I get to say, “I knew her when…”
Enter little sister. Just as joyful, a little timid at first, but you can see it didn’t take her long to warm up to the idea of exploring this amazing Austin park at sunrise. The fog that day was mystical and although we battled slight drizzle, no one seemed to mind. We were just there to play and celebrate what it’s like to be a happy family of four.
I was grinning ear to ear during their entire session. And when I got home. And when I proofed their images. And now while I’m posting this. They were the giggliest girls I had ever met…a love of life, their family, and this precious time they spend together. Those girls are so lucky to have one another. They’re lucky to have such a warm, relaxed, loving, caring family. And I’m pretty sure mom and dad know just how lucky they are to have all of that.
Apr 23, 2012
A little birdie told me that butterflies were among this little beauty’s favorite things. SOOOO, I enlisted the help of my boys to round up a collection of butterflies for their family session. I was so eager to show her my surprise for her, but much to *our* surprise, she was quite afraid of them :-(. Well…she was cool with it when mommy or daddy was holding them, but if one landed on her…oh my. At least we were lucky enough to get that one lovely shot up there.
But my personal fav is the one I caught of dad hanging on the monkey bars. So glad we went to the park so he could have some playtime, LOL!
Apr 06, 2012
When mama completed her client questionnaire, she was quite detailed and had tons of ideas for her session. I like that. It gives me something to work with. We always have the understanding that’s it’s most likely we’ll only get to one or two, but I think she and I were both surprised we checked pretty much everything off her list…and then some.
First on the list: “Welcome to Austin”
Check.
Next up: snuggles, togetherness, and painted toes–even on big brother:
Check. Check. Check.
Sidewalk chalk, rainbows, and bubbles:
Check-ity, check, check.
Grand finale: A sign that says “It’s 5 o’clock Somewhere.” ??? That one stumped me. But mom came prepared…
Big ol’ check + the added bonus of a “juice box happy hour” (phrase coined by Dad). I loved it. I absolutely LOVED it!