Little Models

These too gorgeous girls came out on a photo shoot to help friends of their family with their photo shoot, by entertaining them and showing them how to pose. They were very good at both, so of course I couldn't resist photographing them too!
They loved the camera and getting their photos taken, and it showed.
It's always a real treat to photograph people that love being in front of a camera, they look so relaxed and felt so special, like a wee movie star or model and I realized how wonderful it was for the confidence of young children to have all the attention of the camera and feel that special kind of feel that a photo shoot can give.
Big sister had just got new contact lenses and was enjoying not having glasses so this was indeed what she needed for a wee confidence boost. And it really tickled my heart to hear that she told her mother on her way home that day, that she would like to be a model when she grew up :) It showed how relaxed she was with our wee shoot and how special I had made her feel, and that is beautiful, and their photographs I think reflect just how much they enjoyed themselves and how comfortable they were with me. That I love, I want people to enjoy the whole experience, not just the finished product, but to embrace the day and come away feeling,well, rather special.
And these too were rather special, and a real joy,

and eventually little brother even felt comfortable enough to join in.... oh joy! it was fun!!!!

What a fantastically fun day we had! I just love just how relaxed they are with the camera and having their photos taken and how much fun we all had!
Thank-you for sharing your day with me :)

Mummy LOVE

What a great time we all had on this shoot in Hagely Park here in Christchurch, a warm early Autumn day with great light and colours for family photography.
Mothers Day is coming up! and these guys were showing a lot of 'Mummy love' you could see the closeness and feel the love and there is nothing quite like 'Mummy love' getting Mummy hugs or a kiss on a hurt. The warmth and safe feeling you get from your mothers embrace and watching these guys all interact was a real treat for me and getting to capture it was amazing!

Mum soon became the prop for this family photography session as no one wanted to lay on the ground, but were more than happy to be supported and cushioned by their Mum, who I must say was more than happy to play portable seat for the day :) and what a fantastic prop She made and how apt after all we are here to support and prop the little ones up every now and then :)

There were lots of cuddles and kisses on this sweet wee Autumn day and Mum made the best seat in the house or should I say park.
This is a special bond and it's always a delight to see the closeness and richness of family, thanks for a great day guys and for sharing your love
xxx