We scheduled this session to capture some photos of Little Miss as she turned 3. I never know what to expect when I meet a 3 year old for the first time, I simply know that I’m going work my butt off trying to get some good photos! This little girl was a dream and not your typical 3 year old (if there is such a thing) she was so sweet! Mom is a professor at Notre Dame so we met on campus for the photos. It was a beautiful evening with a little wind, made for a few great “super model” shots with blowing hair! Dad’s grandfather was visiting from Florida so we were able to include him in some of the shots. Mom had emailed me that morning telling me that “Pop” would be joining us. She told me how much he adored Little Miss and that she LOVED him, it was obvious the entire time we were together. Little Miss held his hand, asked me to take his photo, sat on his lap and hugged him whenever she got the chance. You could see and feel the love he has for her, it was a beautiful relationship to witness. I’m so happy we captured a few sweet moments between the two to hold them over until their next visit. I had a great time with this family; they are the kind of people who allow you to be yourself and are easy to talk to, my favorite kind of people! Photography has blessed me in so many ways but the people that stand in front of my camera are definitely the reason I love it so much. Photography is such an intimate medium, it allows people to open up, share stories, laugh, and even cry. I always feel different with a camera in my hand, like it’s a key that let’s me into people’s lives for a few minutes and let’s them let down their guard, something that I truly cherish and never want to abuse. Thanks for letting me in your family for a little bit.
