Now generally before any shoot, I think about backgrounds and poses, and I try to visualize the shoot. It calms me down and it makes me feel more prepared. Then when I start the session, I often use the poses and the locations that I've already visualized. And of course I do some things on the spur of the moment too, based on light, and backgrounds, and the personality of the people in front of my lens. Spontaneity is key, that's a given.
So I started off posing Martin and Bethany, and it just wasn't feeling right. That's when I realized that I was doing the wrong thing for them; I needed to give them more freedom to be who they really are: quirky, awesome, and full of fun ideas.
Once I remembered that, it all was awesome. I think you'll agree.
Bethany almost ate Martin's finger.
We found this sign that said Park Ranger - isn't it supercool?
And these steps that completely matched Bethany's outfit!
And of course, we finished the day with some color-coordinated bikes. Cause we're snazzy like that.
Thanks so much you two! It was amazing.
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knowing them both, I think you captured them!
ReplyDeleteDon't know Martin, but I sure do know Bethany and this is her, glowing and being happy and spontaneous! Thank you for sharing that, from your camera's point of view, which just makes it adorable! And cute. And positive. And cozy. Relaxing. Easy. Funny. Simple, colorful and elegant. Inspiring and true (knowing Bethany who just can't not be true :) if my English is good enough :)).
ReplyDeleteContinue having fun with it & lots of kisses for Bethany and her loved one!
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