I dug this 2008 session out of the archives this week when Rajivi asked for some prints. Two things really grab my attention about these photos. …… 2 years later ….. 1st, my portrait style has changed and I rarely pose people anymore. …. and 2nd, that I still love these – and I mark that down to how fun, easy-going and loving these 3 are. I asked Rajivi and Sam what their secret was for having a 4 year old boy who was remarkable – friendly – considerate – sociable – interested – articulate and very secure —
….. their answers stayed with me because I could see what they were doing in their everyday interactions. 1st was for him to know (all the time) that he is loved. …. and next was treating him with a level of respect and interaction that most people only give to other adults.
…. and their slideshow video: