Big Brother's Back in Town: Owen, Jeremiah, and Joshua {Allen Texas Senior Photography, McKinney Senior Photography}

Remember the Lamborghini session?  That was my first session with Joshua and Jeremiah. By the time we took their Senior Pics later that month, we were all getting much more comfortable around each other. This past weekend was better yet.  I felt like I was hanging out with my own three brothers.  We had great fun, and they were really getting into the shoot - even helping me out with posing ideas.  Such a creative bunch!

This time around all three amigos were on hand.  Big brother Noah is home from college, so mom wanted to get some individual shots of him to match the ones we took of Josh and Jeremiah.  And what parent doesn't want some great group shots of all of their children together? Even their Dad was along this time, and though it was my fourth full session of the day, these guys kept me energized for sure.  It was a great way to end the day!

Owen was a bit camera-shy at first  - not unlike Josh and Jeremiah on their first session with me.  Just give me a couple more shoots, Owen, and by the time you're ready for a wedding photographer, you'll be an old pro (and you'll know who to call)!

All three of these boys are off to college this Spring, and I can only imagine what a bitter-sweet transition that will be for Nan and Todd. Perhaps having these awesome portraits of their boys on their walls at home will lessen the blow while they're away.  (Be strong, Nan!)

Here are some of their favorite "Brother" pictures - and a few of mine!

By the time the texting began, I knew my time with these boys was limited.  Apparently they had better things to do with their time - something to do with a Red Wings game and a couple of twins...  

At least I was able to convince them to hang in there for a couple more shots. Good thing I did. We ended up with my favorite shot of the night!

Now that's what I'm talking about!

I just knew these three would like those Pioneer Woman actions.

Jonathon, Flora, Jacob, and Conner

We finished up Jacob and Conner's family session yesterday evening when their daddy was able to join us after work.  Not only were we able to get some great family shots, but we got a nice one of mom and dad and the boys as well.  Here's their sneak peak.  The rest of their client gallery will be up on my site by the end of the day.

Whichever portraits they decide to go with, I think they'll look great on the walls at daddy's office and in his patient exam rooms.  Thanks again, Jonathon, for allowing me to display my work at your place of business.  It is very much appreciated!  I hope your family - and your patients - enjoy them until it's time to update them with new ones.

Jacob and Conner

I absolutely had a blast at the new rocket park in town the other day. Holding our session at a local park was the perfect way to take some of the pressure off of Jacob and Conner - and it gave their mommy and me time to catch up.  

I thought it would be helpful to let the boys play a bit before the session started to give them a chance to let off some energy and get comfortable with me before it was time to get down to business. Of course, while they played, I did my best to catch some candid shots as well.

As a parent I was also very comforted to see little Conner carrying around his little lovey, Happy!  (You know, Happy from the movie Happy Feet.) My children have lovies as well!  Advising your clients to bring their child's favorite lovey is a great idea!  Not only do they make wonderful memory-maker images, but they help the child to feel more at ease - which translates into happier little clients.  

I also love how mom allowed the older son to keep his shirt open.  They were dressed the same, but he was still allowed to let his personality shine through.  The result: more natural looking portraits.

Aren't these two guys so stinking handsome!  I'll post pictures from their family session in a couple days.  Then you'll see for yourself where they get their good genes.