I’ve been wanting to get some new pictures of Ava and Julian together for a while. With Christmas right around the corner, I got my act together, cleared everything out of my dining room, transformed into a makeshift studio, and took these shots last week. When I sent them in to Costco to have them printed (not my usual printer, but an acceptable substitute especially when running short on time and cash), I didn’t expect a follow up phone call from a Costco employee asking if they were taken by a professional. I stumbled a bit before answering, “I took them.” She asked again, “You are the photographer?” And I said, “yes.” The employee said I’d have to sign a release when I came in to pick them up verifying that I took the pictures. Now I know I’m not the first person they’ve called like this and that they are only doing their job to protect copyrights, but I was flattered. It’s been a long time since I’ve felt like a professional photographer and it was a nice reminder that maybe I could go back to photography again someday – if and when I’m ready. Thank you, Costco. ;)
This one has replaced a nearly 2-year-old picture of them on our living room wall.
And this one accompanied many of our Christmas cards because I just love their expressions. I won’t tell you what I had to do to get such belly laughs, but I will say I was acting pretty silly.
Sorry for the lack of content around here these past several weeks. I’m hoping that with the new year will come new motivation to blog and I will get back into the swing of things again.
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Scout's Honor says:
Wow! I would have thought professional too. Those are awesome.
I think it’s the lighting and background that gives it s photo studio feel. Did you take these at home?
I wish I had your talent, my friend.
December 24th, 2008 at 1:32 am
Christina says:
It’s a gorgeous image of two gorgeous kids – and that’s the best compliment ever! Woohoo. Merry Christmas!
December 24th, 2008 at 4:07 am
Toni says:
Love the pictures they are adorable. Happy WW
December 24th, 2008 at 4:28 am
chelle says:
awww they are great~ You definitely have skills!
Blogging always goes wonky before Christmas as the shift goes to “reality”! The new year will bring many awesome topics.
Merry Christmas!
December 24th, 2008 at 4:34 am
One Mom says:
Your pictures are professional! And your kids are adorable! Taking a bloggy break? Everyone needs to do that from time to time :)
December 24th, 2008 at 6:47 am
Jumbleberry Jam says:
Stunning! And thank you for your lovely Christmas card. What a gorgeous (grown up) family you have :-)
December 24th, 2008 at 7:34 am
BerryBird says:
The photos are beautiful, Amy. Hope your family has an excellent Christmas!
December 24th, 2008 at 10:45 am
Dawn says:
Oh, those are wonderful! I klove the one of them laughing!
I need to get some of my two as well…it’s been TOO long.
What a compliment given by Costco, they absolutely look professional.
Merry Christmas!
:)
December 24th, 2008 at 11:05 am
Crunchy Chicken says:
Too cute! I wish my kids would sit for something like that.
Merry Christmas!
December 24th, 2008 at 11:20 am
Abbie says:
What beautiful children!
Merry Christmas!
December 24th, 2008 at 11:20 am
fidget says:
they came out awesome! i can see why they called
December 24th, 2008 at 2:27 pm
Penny says:
you can take pictures of my kids anytime ;)
You’re kids are beautiful Amy :)
December 24th, 2008 at 3:33 pm
phyllis says:
gorgeous!!!!!!! happy christmas to you and your family.
December 24th, 2008 at 7:18 pm
Lisa says:
I love the pictures!!!!!
December 28th, 2008 at 12:48 am