Nothing like a high energy 3-year-old!
But, you let him jump:
And you let him be silly:
And then you get this:
I just wanted to share some mama love in honor of all the wonderful, loving, caring, and hard-working moms out there. . .
“Mothers hold their children’s hands for a short while, but their hearts forever.”
Thanks, Moms, for all the hand and heart holding. You mean the world to us!
I had the privilege to meet and befriend several talented local photographers at my workshop in Butte a few weeks ago. When we headed to our respective homes on Sunday, we were eager to stay connected and work together in the future. So I was thrilled when Rab Cummings called me up to see if I’d be interested in helping him with a shoot last weekend. Rab is very into studio photography, which is a completely different animal than on-location natural light photography. My equipment basically consists of a camera and a few lenses (and some minor support like batteries and memory cards). I can load everything up in a bag that I can swing over my shoulder and carry with me as I’m running around the park to photograph my little portrait subjects! Studio equipment consists of backdrops and stands and lights and flooring and extension cords and light meters and on and on. And it barely fits into an SUV.
I was eager to learn a little more and get a peek at how some of his stunning images are created. Contrast me at one of my typical photo shoots (all my gear is visible in that photo):
(photo courtesy Erin Cobb Photography)
With the set-up at Rab’s photo shoot (all carried in from the car by him!):
Although I didn’t help carry the equipment in, I did help set up, with Rab giving me a studio-lighting tutorial along the way. When the gorgeous models from the Montana Ballet Company arrived and the shooting started, I helped out holding some lights (and grabbed a few shots with my own camera in the other hand!):
I even stepped out from behind the umbrella for a few more shots of my own. My camera wasn’t equipped to work with the studio lighting, so I was left to take advantage of the backdrop, some natural light from a lone window, and lots of post-processing photoshop magic to achieve a look different from any other shooting I’ve done, but that is impressive none-the-less.
Stunning. Just simply stunning. . . there is certainly something to be said for studio photography, eh?
So beautiful Amy! What a cool experience…I’m so glad Bozemanites (Bozemanians?) are into networking. It’s fabulous!
When we were reveling in the warm spring weather last week I made it out to the park one sunny afternoon with some adorable little girls. First, the girls modeled some lovely dresses that a talented friend is making and selling on etsy. Her shop is called Birds and Cookies and definitely worth a look if you missed it earlier.
After twirling and skipping and giggling in the dresses, the 5-year-old and 1-year-old sisters stuck around for a few more photos. It was such a gorgeous day, we were happy to spend more time outside!
First, a few close-ups. . .
And next, the snuggling! First, with big sister. . .
. . . and next, with Mom.
And despite the outfit changes and snuggly mood, the lure of the playground could not be avoided.
Didn’t you know that fancy purple dresses are perfect for playing on the slide? Well, now you do!
Most people schedule a photo session with the idea of having beautiful portraits to display on their walls or in frames around their home. These days, however, there are many more ways to enjoy your photographs. One of my favorites is a beautiful, custom-designed coffee table book.
I just got a few sample books and am so excited to show them off!
The books are custom-designed by me and incorporate as many of the images from your session as you’d like. The large books can be purchased in a 10″ x 10″ size or an 11″ x 8.5″ size.
The small books are 5″ x 5″.
The books are printed on a high-quality press-printed paper and have hinged pages, so they lay flat when they are opened for easy viewing and a sophisticated look.
And one of my favorite things about these books is the number of choices you have for the cover. You can get a custom-designed photo cover or one of 33 different materials, from leather to suede to fabric in an array of colors.
Did I mention how much I love them? They’re gorgeous! I can’t wait to make one for you! 