Wednesday, February 22, 2017

It's always good weather inside the greenhouse!

It's winter time! Actually, February in Albuquerque has been pretty nice this year, much nicer than last March was (the wind!). But. It's a hard time of year to find a good outdoor location for family photography. I'm so glad we can go to the Biopark, because the Botanic Gardens are beautiful all year long.

I love this amazing family. I took their engagement portraits a couple of years ago, which I loved. But now - they have a baby! Isn't he a cutie?

Professional portrait of a happy family at the Botanic Gardens Albuquerque

Professional portrait of a happy family at the Botanic Gardens Albuquerque

Professional portrait of a happy family at the Botanic Gardens Albuquerque

Professional portrait of a happy family at the Botanic Gardens Albuquerque

Professional portrait of a happy family at the Botanic Gardens Albuquerque

Professional portrait of a happy family at the Botanic Gardens Albuquerque

Professional portrait of a happy family at the Botanic Gardens Albuquerque

How fun are these guys? The baby was a little serious, but nobody can keep a straight face upside down.
Professional portrait of a happy family at the Botanic Gardens Albuquerque

Professional portrait of a happy family at the Botanic Gardens Albuquerque

Professional portrait of a happy family at the Botanic Gardens Albuquerque

If you're interested in more information about a family photography session, my website has lots of info about how I do sessions. Or you can call or email me if you have questions or would just like to chat about it, no pressure.

I love doing biopark sessions in like this one, but there are other good places around Albuquerque, even in the winter! For lots of other session location ideas, see this blog page here.

Tuesday, February 7, 2017

Vintage styled children's photography

A few years ago I did some antique-style portraits for children. I loved them but haven't done too much with these since then, except one really darling little boy. This winter a local mom asked me about antique portraits, and I was thrilled to get all my props back out again.

So, this little girl was hilarious. She started out a little shy, which is very normal by the way. She was not too into the tea party, until...
Professional antique portrait of a beautiful little girl Albuquerque

she realized that the little bunny we were trying to get her to hold would be much funnier to push off her lap. It worked like a charm - funny every time!
Professional antique portrait of a beautiful little girl Albuquerque

Professional antique portrait of a beautiful little girl Albuquerque

Professional antique portrait of a beautiful little girl Albuquerque

Professional antique portrait of a beautiful little girl Albuquerque

The bunny was up on the chair... for now!
Professional antique portrait of a beautiful little girl Albuquerque

She also loved the book of children's poetry. So many fun pictures.
Professional antique portrait of a beautiful little girl Albuquerque

Professional antique portrait of a beautiful little girl Albuquerque

Professional antique portrait of a beautiful little girl Albuquerque

Professional antique portrait of a beautiful little girl Albuquerque

Look out, bunny. Ha!
Professional antique portrait of a beautiful little girl Albuquerque

Professional antique portrait of a beautiful little girl Albuquerque

What a huge pleasure it was to get to play with this darling little girl one morning. I absolutely love it when children start out shy and uncertain but end up in peals of laughter.

If you like the vintage look and are interested in doing this with your children or family, give me a call! I'd love to set up a session. These pictures were done inside, but also I think we could also set up a really neat theme outdoors when it gets nice out again. (I can't wait!)

If you like the idea of a creative theme, but the vintage style is not your thing, I have other creative photography ideas posted here - look through and see if you feel inspired to do something creative with your children! I'd love to work with you.