After running around for the morning and a bit of distraction, here is how I captured my 18 month old in all is toddler essence!
Have a great weekend!
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Friday Fun… trying to photograph my 18 month old
Riley Extended Family
The Riley family is growing, and growing! The last time I photographed these beautiful people was two years ago, and they have added another one in the past year. We just had a fabulous time finding nooks and crannies downtown Elk River. Who knew?
Creuver Family- I just had a blast with these 5 kids! They all did extremely well and are so adorable!
Riley Family- So easy and so much fun! This family did great despite the hot temps of the day!
Schroeder Family- And our very good friends.
And the entire family started by this beautiful couple!
And to end; my favorites from the session.
Happy Thursday!
Jaycox Family: Minneapolis family
Shannon and I actually grew up together. Her bis sister was one of my very best childhood friends, so we got a lot of time together as well. I loved seeing their family last year and when she wanted to schedule a summer session I was thrilled to see her family again. We headed out to one of my favorite locations, and walked until the sun was going down, and the kids were ready for bed. It was a wonderful night, and great to see them again!
Luca: Chicago baby
I love seeing friends. We had the opportunity over July 4th weekend to see our very good friends Vince and Amanda. They met us in Milwaukee and not only did we spend great time together (short, but sweet!), but we were able to get some 9 month photos of their little guy. See HERE for his 3 month photos.
Peters Extended Family
I was met by Pete and Angie with a big hug and kiss. I would love to call this family my own, they feel like realities, but they are very dear friends. I have known the Peters family for quite some time. Kirsten and I graduated from college together, and I was able to shoot her and Josh’s wedding almost 7 years ago. Shannon and Kieth were married about 3 years ago and her family flew Kevin and I out to New York to shoot their beautiful March wedding. This past weekend they were all together in the Cities and we set up a time the entire family to be photographed. They were all troopers in the humidity and heat, and I have to say I was sad to see them go…especially because Pete carried my bag around the entire shoot!
Friday Fun: Out takes
So we all have them, even photographers. I just get to show you my good stuff, but here are some of the things that I deal with on a regular shoot.
1) Screaming babies. Yes, they all do it, and they are so darn cute. So mommies, if I am ever photographing your newest addition, don’t feel bad. It pretty much happens at every newborn session and I do like to take their photo…even if it is for your blackmailing purposes when they are 15!
2) Non-cooperative pets or kids. In the past few years of having my own kids, I have learned that dogs are much like them. All you need is some kind of distraction, and you have their attention again…. even if it takes photographing their stuffed monkey.
3) Props not working the way you intended. On a few engagement shoots I thought it would be fun to incorporate some balloons…. um probably not the best idea when the wind was 20!! miles an hour. I should have thought about that before the shoot, oh well!
4) Fish eye mistakes. Yes these are my children and I take full responsibility in photographing them this way. We were having such a great time with this lens. I think I laughed until I cried. But in all seriousness, I would never recommend photographing someone this close, unless you are wanting them to look like they just came from the circus.
5) Clients… You will get a work out if you choose me to be your photographer. The top shot was the goal I was wanting to achieve, but it took about 3-4 tries of Wade jumping in the air to get the desired look.
6) The bolting kid. Yes, I do get a work out as well. Here is the series of a 2 year old. Here one minute, gone the next.
Going..Going….Gone!
7) The “I’m all done” phrase. As the photographer, I’ve gotta be fast, especially when this phrase comes out, or a baby will be falling! (i think his parents had this phrase memorized because they were ready to catch the baby before he fell! I love it!)
8) Exhausted baby. Here is where we stop the shoot and bring out the puffs, or bottle, or call it a day!
After all the screaming, crying, laughing, running and walking, it is all worth it to get the desired photo for the client. I love what I do, and have a great time doing it!
Have a great weekend!
Doug and Lorelei: Minneapolis Engagement
It was a sweltering afternoon as I headed downtown to the stadium. There was no game, but I was headed down to the field where thousands in MN come to watch the game of baseball, and I have to admit, I was so pumped!
Lorelei and Doug are Twins fanatics. They are season ticket holders and know more statistics about baseball than I will ever know! On a spring day Doug pulled out the ring and proposed to Lorelei who happily accepted. It was only fitting that we head to the field to do their engagement photos there. We had an hour to work with and used it fully from the stands, to the outfield and even to the dugout. Here are a few from our session.
One of my favorites… so creative!
Looking forward to this February wedding!
Special thanks to Jessica who was our sidekick all over the field! If you are looking to do a session at Target Field contact her at jessicadooley@twinbaseball.com. She’ll take great care of you and show you some great inside places!
Dumas Family: Canada bound
When I sat down to write this post, it took me for.ev.er to think of what I would say. How do you put into writing what your heart feels toward a person, or family? I guess that is what writers do which is why I am a photographer and not a writer!
Let me preface this post and say that this family is very near and dear to my heart.
They showed up at a picnic, and immediately I was drawn to them. There was a demeanor of simplicity they displayed. Not on purpose, but it was just who they were. I knew that they were different, and I wanted to get to know them. As the weeks progressed and I was able to actually introduce myself, I learned that they were from Quebec. The mother, Marie, barley knew English, but strove to conquer it. I was swept away in her determination. She did learn it and is completely fluent now (although as she reads this is shaking her head in total disagreement!)
In the 2 years that I was blessed to know this beautiful family, they faithfully watched our children, made us meals, mentored my husband and I, prayed with us and for us. When they announced that they were moving back to Canada, it was not a huge surprise, but it still saddened our family. I know they were sent as a gift to us for a short time to encourage us and teach us. It is amazing how God ordains exactly what we need and when we need it. I look forward to the day when we will be together again whether it be in this life or the next.
One other thing that I loved about this family was how musically gifted they all are. They each play an instrument…and they are GOOD!
And how they will forever be etched in my mind…
May the Lord bless you as you go.
Much love to you, you will be missed.
Working on….
I love summer. 1) for the heat! 2) for the wonderful people that I get to photograph in the heat! Here are some of the sessions I have been working through during this heat wave in Minneapolis! More photos from each session to come in the next few days!
Riley Extended Family
Lori and Doug
Jaycox Family
Dumas Family
Peters Extended Family
Short and Sweet session- 1 day only!
Back by popular demand…
These sessions were so popular back in the Spring. If you are wanting to get a jump start on Christmas cards, now is the time! Thirteen sessions will be open and go fast!
These sessions are different than my regular sessions in that we are in one location shooting for 30 minutes with one outfit. If that what you are looking for, let me know and I can sign you up for a session!
If there is rain, I will be shooting in the conservatory at the Walker.
Here are the details:
Short and Sweet session
$50 plus tax ($53.63 total)
Short photo sessions for families, children , babies, and pregnancy.
Session includes:
*30 minute session
*Online gallery for 30 days
*CD with 20 images and copyrights available for purchase at $ 100.00 plus tax
Shooting location and date:
July 31st- Loring Park/ Sculpture Gardens: Minneapolis
Payment of session is due day of shoot in cash or check. Please call or e-mail for availability and questions!
federphotography@gmail.com
763.458.7595
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Regular Sitting Price: $ 150.00 plus MN tax Regular CD Price: $200.00 plus MN tax
Promo Sitting Price: $ 50.00 plus MN tax Promo CD Price $100.00 plus MN tax
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