It’s been nearly two years since I opened The Loft and what a fun and exciting journey it has been. One of my very first clients to have photos taken in my new space was the older sister of Krissy, a beautiful 2010 senior. Krissy has been looking forward to this experience for quite a while and I loved her enthusiasm throughout the session. We had a riot working together and I loved her mom’s reaction to the images. I love my job!
It’s late August which means we are smack dab in the middle of senior season…one of my favorite times of the year! Working with seniors reminds me of just how much I loved my job as a high school teacher. This years’ seniors have been especially enjoyable including this beautiful girl, Sadelle, who was excited to kick off the start of her senior year with this photo session. A special thanks to Mike who so kindly let us use his ‘55 Olds for a few frames!
Tyler, a Stillwater High School senior, came to the studio for his senior pictures a few weeks ago marking the official start to my high school senior season. If you’ve had a chance to peek through my blog you probably already know that this is something I look forward to each and every year. I love the opportunity I have to connect with high school students at such an exciting time in their lives. Tyler has big plans after high school and I have no doubt he will succeed in everything he does. Best wishes to you, Tyler!
This little dude was not at all sure what to think of having his picture taken. I was trying every trick I could think of but still, he seemed the least bit interested in me or my camera. In walks his dad and says the words, “Daddy shoots and he SCORES!” and there was nothing but giggles. Not just a little giggle either! It worked not once, but twice, and again and again and again… I got the biggest kick out of how quickly his mood changed with those simple words. Something tells me he is daddy’s little boy and he’s so very proud of it! His big sister was a doll and loved having the camera all to herself. Thanks again for coming out to the studio you guys!
“Daddy shoots and he SCORES!!” (There were actions that went with it!)
Not only are these two kiddos gorgeous, but don’t they have great names too?! These siblings came to the studio to get a few new shots for their portfolios and I couldn’t believe how natural they were in front of the camera. We called it a wrap in no time at all which was probably a good thing with how cold we were outside. I wish you both the best with your ventures and I’ll see you again in a few weeks!
When Katina called to book a session for her family she explained that they had two busy boys and wasn’t sure how well they would sit for pictures. I had to chuckle because “busy boys” is the exact phrase I use to describe my two boys. We approached the session with high hopes, but as moms of boys we were both willing to take what we could get. Luckily, neither of the boys seemed one bit bothered with the prospect of having their pictures taken. In fact, one of them (hint: the taller of the two) couldn’t seem to get enough…what a ham!
Hudson, Wisconsin children’s photography
Speaking of childhood friends… in 7th grade my friend Katrena and I were absolutely determined to start our own clothing line called “Statement”. Our first design was a pair of jeans decorated with puff paint complete with our logo and brand name on the back pocket. (The first clue that the our odds of making it big as fashion designers were slim to none . HA!) Life has taken me in many different directions over the years but shooting high school seniors is something that helps me live out my dream of doing something fashionesque.
Nikki is a senior at Stillwater, Minnesota High School and has dreams of going off to college to study (get this!) fashion design. I loved listening to her describe the visions she has for her own line of clothing she hopes to create someday. And to top it off, she found a stash of my old records in the loft (yes kids, I’m really that old) and she went crazy over them! What? Someone thinks my taste in music is “cool”?! Gotta’ love that!
I can think of no better word to describe this little boy than content. When I arrived for his session he was sound asleep which gave me an opportunity to visit with his mom and hear the story of baby “N”. At one point in the conversation she pulled out some old family photos explaining that she had been looking through them to see if there was any resemblence to anyone from past generations. I found the photos so intriguing and was inspired to re-create the vintage look of her treasured heirlooms on one of the shots from her session (see image 5). Also, see if you can spot a little something poking through his bottom gum in image #1. My guess is that it won’t be long and baby “N” will have a new tooth!
Meet Miss Amanda, a soon-to-be high school senior whose shy disposition was quickly peeled away as she and I dove into a random conversation about just about everything. There are so many levels to this beautiful young woman and I had such a great time working with her. She belongs to a wonderful and loving family who all feel so very lucky to have her.
Frilly dresses and lace socks…it doesn’t get much more “girl” than that. Little Miss “A” has a closet filled with the most beautiful clothes. It’s always such a treat helping her mom decide what to dress her in for our sessions. I had to laugh though because we picked out the frilliest, prettiest dress in the bunch and what does she do (see image 1)? Classic!
