Courtney and I have been extremely busy around here with Spring family sessions, and lots of Spring babies at Baby Mine Photography as well. Here are a few of the photos we’ve done recently to celebrate the season of new births, blooming flowers, Spring showers, and the promise of a great summer on the tip of our tongues…
Now for a few tips this season:
- Remember to put your subjects’ backs to the sun, so that you are looking directly at it. Adjust your exposure brighter, so that you have plenty of light on the subjects.
- Bright colors, textures, shorts, bare feet and simple dresses are ideal for Spring and Summer sessions. If your spring shoot happens to be chilly, light sweaters, cardigans and hats/boots can really liven up your family wardrobe.
- Seek out the afternoon sinking sunlight for the most flattery, and make sure you get some of these beautiful flowers and trees in your backgrounds for that extra wow factor.
- For newborns and babies, Spring is a fun time to try little bunny ears, or faux chicks/ducks/rabbits to accessorize your little ones and mark their growth seasonally. Bare bottoms are adorable for babies old enough to sit or stand, but remember to hide those privates and only share with parents.
- Remember to have fun! Sing songs, tickle your kids, smile at them, not so much at the camera. Bring bubbles to blow or sidewalk chalk to entertain, and always bribe kids with a treat at the end. P.S. Treats work for adults, too!
Speaking of Spring and hopeful futures, my husband and I recently completed the legal paperwork to move forward with our surrogacy journey. After two very long, very hard years, we are starting our journey anew. Please keep your fingers crossed for our future child/ren. Thank you, friends, family and clients who visit this blog. We appreciate you, and thank you for choosing Jennings Paige Photography and Baby Mine Photography. Oh, and thanks for voting me favorite photographer of East Ventura County for the second time in the Star Reader’s Choice Awards!