Things are getting very busy here, with lots of requests for photo sessions now that the beautiful greenery and warm weather are upon us! If you are hoping to book a session for later this spring or summer, now is definitely the time to do so. I just checked my Google Calendar (lifesaver for me, by the way), and when I clicked to the months of May and June, I had to blink! Sessions are filling up very quickly. You can email me- betsyphoto1@gmail.com to book a date. 'Lots going on around here; stay tuned!
So, I am continuing with my 365 Project, and love the one I'm putting up today. The book 'Year of Mornings' inspired me to capture my day in a unique, un-posed way. I can't photograph just the mornings, though, because simple little moments all day long catch my eye. Lately, I've been having clients schedule portrait sessions for the evenings. Why? One word answer: LIGHT. There's something so beautiful about late evening light, how it makes shadows get longer, and flatters the subject, giving an ethereal, dreamy look.
Day 13-
This picture simply makes me happy, with the boys just doing their thing. I like how you can see the light reflecting off of the little bugs high in the air, and how the boys are all interacting in a random way... The little one is holding back his big brother because he wants to see what's going on in the backyard, and the big brother has a tennis ball in his hand, just thinking about letting it fly. Joel's laughing about something, and his younger cousin has the perfect mixture of happiness and glee in his eye. I love how there's a glimpse in the background of a certain little boy ready to pick up the handle of the wagon and take them for a ride. The shadow of the trees, the warm light, and a late spring evening all combine for a sweet little moment. It may not be perfect; the clothes aren't coordinated, and they're not all looking at the camera, but it just makes me happy. I think I see some hint of future years when these boys become young men and just enjoy each others' company hanging out in their grandparent's backyard. I love it. And them.
So, I am continuing with my 365 Project, and love the one I'm putting up today. The book 'Year of Mornings' inspired me to capture my day in a unique, un-posed way. I can't photograph just the mornings, though, because simple little moments all day long catch my eye. Lately, I've been having clients schedule portrait sessions for the evenings. Why? One word answer: LIGHT. There's something so beautiful about late evening light, how it makes shadows get longer, and flatters the subject, giving an ethereal, dreamy look.
Day 13-
This picture simply makes me happy, with the boys just doing their thing. I like how you can see the light reflecting off of the little bugs high in the air, and how the boys are all interacting in a random way... The little one is holding back his big brother because he wants to see what's going on in the backyard, and the big brother has a tennis ball in his hand, just thinking about letting it fly. Joel's laughing about something, and his younger cousin has the perfect mixture of happiness and glee in his eye. I love how there's a glimpse in the background of a certain little boy ready to pick up the handle of the wagon and take them for a ride. The shadow of the trees, the warm light, and a late spring evening all combine for a sweet little moment. It may not be perfect; the clothes aren't coordinated, and they're not all looking at the camera, but it just makes me happy. I think I see some hint of future years when these boys become young men and just enjoy each others' company hanging out in their grandparent's backyard. I love it. And them.
"But soft! What light through yonder window breaks?"
-William Shakespeare, English poet & playwright
(1564-1616)
(1564-1616)
Those are my boys!
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