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Here’s a few favorite images from a recent portrait session.  During any session I always try to shoot something that will work well for a Christmas Card.  If there’s a pet, hey, they are probably the center of attention most of the year, so why not include them.

Color is standard these days for family portraits, but I really love the timeless Fine Art quality of a fine Black and White print.  Most people don’t realize how good they look in Black and White.  Without the distraction of color, the image is all about light, shadow, and emotion.  That’s why I always include a couple Black and White samples with each session.  Color makes it on the wall for the large portrait, but my Black and White images are always their personal favorites.

The Holidays are here and so is portrait season.  Family portraits are always a great gift, but parents are usually nervous about getting their kids to cooperate.  Kids can be antsy when posing for a family portrait shoot. They usually have more energy than all of us put together.  I always try to alternate from formal to fun and relaxed.  Formal is great for grandma, relaxed works for your own family memories.   By letting the kids ham it up a little for the camera between takes, they get some of that nervous energy out of their system.  While I’m editing the final images, I take the best moments of these out-takes and create these little composites as surprise gifts.  Great for Grandparents on Christmas, and an easy way to get the little munchkins to calm down.