'Two' Cute! (thanks Kathy for the title)

This was the fourth time I've photographed this little one - this time to mark her 2nd birthday. Very often when kids this age come to the studio, they want to play and explore, and not 'pose' for the camera (understandably so at 2!). So we (the parents, assistants and I) try to accommodate, with toys, distractions and tickles. However, often at the end of such a session, the parents leave a little discouraged thinking that we really didn't get much that they'll want to order. Then when they see the proofs (and much to their surprise) there's suddenly too much to pick from! I consider it my job to catch them being themselves - smiley, serious, engaged, active - however they may be. So parents, please remember that when you come for your session with me, don't always expect perfect behavior and perfect smiles - I've photographed enough children, including my own, to know that they won't always be that way.






And in the long run, some of our favorite shots don't always involve poses OR smiles...