VLV Photography

It’s another Monday on the calendar and the chill is in the air. I do love those Fall sweater weather, hot chocolate-kinda days. Fall is my favorite time of year, by far. And with all the leaves turning has gotten me thinking about my own family pictures. I really want to have a professional photography session for my own family but my kids and my husband only allow me literally 5 minutes when I take the pictures myself.   I would probably be more embarrassed by their behavior during the session that it would be the last time I even consider such a thought!

So to all you moms out there, I get it. I understand completely. If it weren’t for moms setting up the appointments and going through all the preparation work, family/children/newborn/engagement sessions would probably never happen. Now I know there are men out there who do take an interest in photography and in the planning process of portrait sessions; however, this is generally speaking. And if you don’t have any idea how to use the camera you have, you more likely aren’t even using it, or at least using it to its fullest potential.

I try my best to make those who work with me, feel at ease and certainly do understand the stress that can be involved when preparing for a portrait session. But I’m here to tell you that preparing for a portrait session does not have to have leave you pulling your hair out. Think of it as a time to let loose, laugh, have fun, maybe enjoy an activity as a family;  such as playing in the leaves, building a snowman, you name it. If you worry about the kids being on their best behavior-the first step is leave the threats out of the equation and simply tell them to have an open mind and it’s just a time to have fun and be themselves. Don’t put too much emphasis on behavior. Leave that to me! You know how kids seem to listen better to those that aren’t their parents sometimes? At least my kids do at times. It’s really no different when I work with kids as they usually don’t know me. By the time I’m ready to leave, I get hugs, high five’s, and waves goodbye.

I had such a fabulous family session over the weekend with the Vander Vorste’s. This was such a fun session and I got to try a new concept I had in mind of using for a recent engagement session but didn’t get to it. However, in order to keep their holiday cards a surprise, I won’t be sharing that specific image today, but rather some other ones I’m equally excited about!

These boys did not lack personality at all and I love that! Some kids are so shy and that can create different challenges, but these boys weren’t shy one bit. I had to coax some smiles but I think even they had a fun time!

And how about that sign? It was the first thing I noticed and knew I wanted to use it. The corn field in the background couldn’t have been more perfect. Loved this session and loved my time with this family! Thanks V.V. Family! I hope you enjoy your sneak peek!