I've had high fives and hugs at the end of a session, but this time...I knew it was going to be a great session when the little girl asked me to hold her hand (and even carry her) at the beginning of the session. And, I was right! The weather totally cooperated and with enough snacks and a playground, we captured some gorgeous images.
We get so rushed during a photo session and request so much of our little ones, that sometimes we forget that our pressure doesn't help. We tried and tried to get an image with Daddy and Big Sister would have none of it. But, towards the end, as I shot Mom and Baby Brother, Dad started quietly playing with Big Sister. Playing with rocks, trying on bracelets and from a distance I shot the two of them interacting, not knowing if she would warm up or not. But, ever so slowly, she scooted further and further towards Daddy and I scooted closer and closer towards the two of them. And viola! A keeper.
It was such a good reminder for me, that you parents know your children. Try as I might with all my antics to capture a memorable image, you really are the key. And, this Daddy, wow, he really loves that little girl. I betcha he will be balling his eyes out on her wedding day.
Big Sister:
Baby Brother:
And because when I get started, I can't stop:
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