Oh, these boys were so much fun!  They are full of energy, mischief and joy — capturing them was an absolute blast.  I had to chase them quite a bit to keep up, but I just adore the images we ended up with.  In fact, the first two images may be the only time these boys were still for more than a few seconds at a time  Until next time,

Tammy

Another great family session at the Rose Garden.  I know, I know — I used to swear that location completely off (I kind of thought it was too “Tyler”).  But, honestly, it’s a gorgeous location with plenty of open shade, loads of color and well, I do live in Tyler, so what’s so wrong with it being “too Tyler”?  Like I’m too cool to shoot at a great location that is right under my nose, right?

Anyway, this sweet family is from Austin and a referral from a friend and neighbor via facebook <waving to J!>.  And even though it was incredibly warm hot the evening of the shoot, and we later ended up at my studio, we had a great time.

We started out with some family fun – Mom, Dad and six month old *w*.  I have been so lucky to get such great captures with families lately, this one was no exception (if I do say so myself!):

Love these of Mom and baby *w* – yum!

Next, we decided to make the short drive to the studio for a few shots.  This wasn’t in the original plan, but it worked out fabulously.  Mom couldn’t have picked the wardrobe more perfectly for my space.  See for yourself:

And this one makes me smile every time I look at it — oh, this little face!

Thanks, *R* family — it was great    Gallery coming in a few days, hang tight!

Until next time,

Tammy

I had such a great time photographing the four *B* kids at the Rose Garden in Tyler.  I actually had not shot there in a couple of years, but Mom and I really wanted a place with color and that had lots of room for them to run.  I have to say, the Rose Garden fit the bill perfectly!

One of the reasons the session was so fun was that the *B* kids were really laid back, they just kind of did their own thing and went along with the process.  Mom was laid back and fun too, and that totally helps.  I think for sessions, kids really cue to how the parents react.  If you are relaxed and happy, kiddos will be relaxed and happy.  If you are uptight and nervous about the session, well… kids are smart and they pick up on it.  They get nervous because you are nervous and it can throw things off.  So, key word for parents:  relax!

Okay, moving on!  I’ll start with the oldest, *J*.  This age, for a boy, can be hard.  The whole having your picture taken thing is totally not cool, ultra boring and they generally don’t want any part of it.  *J* started out a little reserved, but by the time we were done, I think he had a great “okay” time:

Poor, Mom – in a few years, she is going to have to get a big stick to beat off all the girls…

I love how grown up he is in the first image, then you see the next one and he totally looks his age:

Next, we have *E* — she tried really hard to be serious, but I managed to get some smiles out of her:

She has the most beautiful skin and it photographed so well…

Then, we had Miss *L*.  She loved the camera and was always my first volunteer:

She was a ham!  And look at those eyes…

Finally, the youngest, *C*.  Even though he was super tired from a birthday party earlier in the day, he did so great – lots of big smiles and was such a sweetie.  Look at this face:

A rare moment where he was a little serious (but just for a second!):

And finally, the elusive sibling shot (they can be tough!), but I think we did good:

Thanks *B* family, I had a great time and I hope you did too.  And a quick note to their Mom, *C*, please send me your email address! 

Until next time,

Tammy