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Grandkids Photo Session

Stacey October 23, 2015 Leave a Comment

Grandkids Photo Session

Last week we celebrated my mom’s 80th birthday.  Wow, right?!?  Aside from having a family party, my sister and I also wanted to get her something special.  We know she loves photographs of the grandkids so we decided to do a special portrait.  How convenient that her daughter is a photographer!!

I know most of you have difficulties photographing your own kids and believe me, I’m no different!  Yes, photographing OTHER kids is what  I love, I’m in the zone, it’s fun.  My own are a whole other story!

My goal for this photoshoot was simple (so I thought!) – have all 4 kids look into the camera and be naturally happy.  It’s the kind of image I know my mom would like.

While I do really like the images I’m about to show you (most of them), they aren’t what I was going after.

I love capturing a moment – they’re having fun together in this one but as you can see, not all are looking into the camera.

Behind The Scenes Cousins Photo Shoot by Total City Girl Photography + Design

I chose this spot because the rock formation created a natural frame.  But as you can see – eyes closed, mouths wide open.

Behind The Scenes Cousins Photo Shoot by Total City Girl Photography + Design

These next 2 are halves from separate images – cute – but again, not what I needed.

Behind The Scenes Cousins Photo Shoot by Total City Girl Photography + Design

Behind The Scenes Cousins Photo Shoot by Total City Girl Photography + Design

I love this one but we’re missing the other half!

Behind The Scenes Cousins Photo Shoot by Total City Girl Photography + Design

Uh…Next!!!

Behind The Scenes Cousins Photo Shoot by Total City Girl Photography + Design

I was inspired to try this pose based on another photoshoot I did a few months back.  Great expressions, right?!?

Behind The Scenes Cousins Photo Shoot by Total City Girl Photography + Design

Finally this was the one we ended up with.  Yes, I know my daughter isn’t quite looking into the camera but at some point you have to say “DONE is better than PERFECT”!  I had it double mounted and printed to size 12 X 24.  I love this unique size!

Behind The Scenes Cousins Photo Shoot by Total City Girl Photography + Design

We presented it to my mom at her party. She loved it!

Mom's birthday gift

Next time you need a gift for a grandparent, consider a grandkids portrait! (and contact me to photograph them! )

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About Stacey

Hey - I'm Stacey! I'm the owner of Total City Girl. I'm a professional photographer in NY specializing in kids and their special events. I love all things creative. Connect with me if you want info about a photo session or have any questions about something you read on my blog.

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