Their mom is a playwright, so it’s not surprising that they look like they are acting in a play and not just playing. She could be Tatiana, he could be Puck. It’s not quite night—more like dusk—but the fairy woods, as they call it, is a magical place—a great setting for a play. I love all the poses and expressions, and how brother and sister are having fun and frolicking together. I should have had them bow at the end—they look like they’re about to!
Festively clad little Sprite enjoying a wintery day in the waterless creek with adoring mom and grandma. I love the bright warm colors against the cool, subdued background. Great juxtaposition. And I want a matching jacket!
More to come on this irresistibly funny and fun family…
Their mom has green eyes and their dad has brown eyes. And they’re quite sure it wasn’t the postman because otherwise they look just like their parents. Full gallery on these two exquisite kids coming soon!
In this one your child is already posing so you don’t have to set it up! Children have a natural fascination with food and what they can make it into—all those shapes, colors and textures are irresistible. Food is fun! So the next time you see a culinary masterpiece in the making, run for your camera, or grab your iPhone. You will catch your child in a moment of pride and delight, hopefully with a radiant face. Time is of the essence….the best photograph is the one that actually gets taken!
With expressions of glee, wonder, and intense concentration, this stunning little girl skulks around NYC and takes me to her favorite locations. First, to a fountain by the United Nations where she is kicking up a storm of bubbles before a nearby doorman alerts us that the water is full of chemicals. Then to a playground where she is soaked by some sprinklers, to a little park with benches, and then along a reflecting black stone wall. Life in the Big City. What could be more fun?
Here’s an example of two color schemes that are very different and both work well with the background. The first is made up of complementary colors. The clothing contrasts with the background—blue and orange are opposites, as are purple and yellow. So the look is dramatic without feeling harsh. I’ve played up the boldness of the colors in some images (second family picture) and softened them in others (vertical family picture) for different effects. The second color palette is analogous—made up of colors that are side by side on the color wheel: yellow-orange-red.
http://www.colormatters.com/color-and-design/basic-color-theory
While this color theory is extremely useful for selecting wardrobe for photography, there is an element of judgement and experience that comes into play to make the whole thing work seamlessly. And there are other elements to consider as well—textures, collars, patterns. That is why I sifted through five closets here to come up with some really stunning combinations!
She really was bounding…..running so fast, and invariably in the other direction, that I got quite a workout! Still, there were some lovely peaceful moments on her mommy’s lap, and I did what inspires me the most: captured the love!
We went through three rounds of emailing pictures of wardrobe options—all meticulously laid out on the bed for review—before nailing this festive and striking ensemble. (What great shoes!!) With tunes streaming off their iPod the kids set off galloping into the yard and pathways with abandon, occasionally loving on mommy.
