Sam was an absolute pleasure to work with, but it was her mom that actually assisted me in capturing the true "Sam". Some parents constantly tell their kids to smile and position the kids certain ways. Almost completely ruining the mood of the shoot and the child's spirit. So kudo's to Sam's mom for letting Sam and I enjoy the photo shoot and capturing the day naturally. I get so frustrated when parents are impatient and expect the kids to be supermodels right away. My engagement couples who are adults need time to relax, so let's give the kids the time they deservel. The cool thing about utilizing my services is that we have an hour and half, so time isn't an issue like at other photographic facilities. Sam is an 8 year old who takes karate and by all means is not "girly"; at least not yet. Her mother was surprised to see Sam perform so well during the session. By the end of the day Sam was even suggesting angles to shoot and poses. I know this took her mother by complete surprise. You see I showed Sam and her mom the photographs during the shoot. A nice professional shot of someone not just Sam, is so valueable. It lifts one's spirit and sometimes can bring about confidence, just as it did with Sam. Thanks again to Sam's mother for staying in the shadows and letting me work with Sam these photographs are completely due to your trust in my abilities.
These are just beautiful and the colors really pop. I'm sure that mom will buy a lot! :)
Posted by: Justine Ungaro | June 20, 2007 at 04:02 PM
These are BEAUTIFUL! '
love them.
Posted by: amber Holritz | July 21, 2007 at 10:16 PM
Charles, gorgeous! (and your work isn't bad, either:)
What a beautiful subjecy to work with.yes, 'kudos' to mom for letting her "be".
Posted by: Juicy | August 10, 2007 at 01:10 PM
Charles, gorgeous! (and your work isn't bad, either:)
What a beautiful subjecy to work with.yes, 'kudos' to mom for letting her "be".
Posted by: Juicy | August 10, 2007 at 01:11 PM
Really great shots! Love the bokeh and eye contact. Cute model and I completely agree with you about just letting them "be"!
Posted by: Michelle Rasmussen | August 15, 2007 at 11:28 PM