As a photographer, I am very comfortable behind the camera. I'm also comfortable in front of the camera directing how the shoot will go. Put those two together, requiring me to be both behind and in front of the lens - all confidence flies out the window!!
For the first time ever, with my husband's family, we took our family portrait while vacationing in Myrtle Beach. I was definitely prepared. I had my tripod (which I despise), my remote to control the shutter (which didn't work) and had the perfect location (no complaint there!).
I set up the equipment, then I set up the people. I pressed the button then I had 10 seconds to run about 15 feet, barefoot, over a patch of crazy sharp jaggedy shells, get my self into somewhat of a natural position, tame my wild hair and smile calmly like I'd been standing there for a good five minutes. This same scenario happened about 7 times before I was confident that I had something to work with. Granted I still had to do a little Photoshop magic with my nephew's head... it actually came out pretty perfect.
Once I had the whole family shot out of the way, I could relax and enjoy the rest of the shoot. I made sure to capture the littles first as their patience level with me screaming SMILE WESTON!!! HEY ALIANA!!! fell short of the least bit entertaining for them. ;)
The proud grandparents and the SWEETEST inlaws EVER.
My {little} brother and his BEAUTIFUL wife and one of my bestest friends, and of course they're adorable littles.
Running around like a wild woman trying to capture pinball-like Weston, I happened to catch this tender moment between my loves.
This one just wasn't happening. Weston didn't enjoy being held down by Mia, Aliana was doing her own thing, sand was everywhere... the joy of photographing small children. ;)
Oh yeah, I caught those pretty eyes that time!
Pretty mama and sweet little Aliana!
Repeat after me... Sand is not a food.
Flying up in the air courtesy of Dad is always a joy!
I have a similar shot of these two from when we were in Hawaii, only that was three years ago. She has changed so much... *sniff*
Setting my camera up for my FAB assistant Vanessa, she caught this sweet one of me and teeny Mia.
She did a pretty good job on this one too. ;)
Lost in thought...
Oh Mia!!! Look here!!! Ah. There's that sweet smile. :)
I am done with photos Dad. Let's walk through the tide instead.
Nothing cuter than sandy baby feet!!!
Courtesy of my husband. Mr. Mia Bella. ;)
And the two who started it all...
And still so much in love...
One of my models even fell asleep. Being a diva is exhausting.
Gorgeousness.
