Waterloo Family Photography |
I had a wonderful time on a photography play date with this family. Nicole, Alexander and Olivia get along terrifically well together. Rita and her children are so easy going and friendly. Happy birthday Peter!
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Waterloo Lifestyle Photography |
In less than 3 minutes after my arrival, Anne-Sophie presents me with 2 pictures she drew and coloured for me. My brows rise in appreciation. Julie and Jean-Francois have earned my instant respect with their mad parenting skills. This brilliant suggestion (to make some pictures – a gift – for me) created an instant friendly connection between Anne-Sophie and her new photographer. …… and when big sister trusts someone new, little brother follows her lead.
So much of my work is about observing people and I get a real charge out of watching a family where the children are obviously comfortable, safe and confident in their own space. I know a lot of work and thought go into creating a home life like that for kids and I always admire it. Here are Julie, Jean-Francois, Anne-Sophie and Étienne.
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Plattsville Family Portraits |
14 family members? …. and 4 are young children? ….. and a dog? That’s the kind of session that tempts comtemporary photographers to go old school and do formal posed portraits with everyone gazing into the lens and smiling. This family of 14 helped me avoid that temptation by just being themselves; a spirited state of chaotic happiness that immediately made me feel comfortable and welcome.
They were fabulous with the kids, averting 3 or 4 meltdowns with a natural talent, redirecting them to fun activities, distracting them and occasionally, offering a short term bribe. They kept it very positive and fun for the children.
Here they are; Jim, Mary Ann, James, Heather, LJ, Khobi, Serena, Francois, Dalen, Chris, Sandra, David, Gillian and Russ.
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