For their holiday portrait session, I took this family exploring in Downtown Austin. We took photos around the Butterfly Bridge, the Downtown Central Library and the Seaholm Power Plant.
When it was time to break out some more smiles, I challenged the kids to a knock-knock joke contest. This was the contribution from the 5-year-old:
“Knock-Knock”
“Who’s there?”
“Knock-Knock”
“Who’s there?”
“Knock-Knock”
“Who’s there?”
“Knock-Knock”
“Who’s there?”
“Knock-Knock”
“Who’s there?”
(you get the idea)
It was pretty entertaining.
Other games we played included “Look at Person X!”, sibling staring contests and “Tell Ms. Stephanie how hilarious she is” <- my most favorite game of all. Not to mention playing a few moves on the giant chess board in the Children’s section of the Library.
We managed to dodge the seven other family photo shoots also going on in the same area. This stretch of buildings in Austin is quite photogenic. And we found ourselves telling the kids “you can read books AFTER your family pictures are done.” Once the shoot was over, we were all rewarded with blow pops (myself included).
1. How do you know Stephanie Friedman Photography?
We met through a mutual friend nearly 10 years ago and have been friends ever since.
2. What was your favorite part of your photo session?
All of it! Stephanie is a master at getting kids (and adults) to relax and do different things that bring out their personality and smiles.
3. What advice would you give to other families planning a photo session?
Be flexible and have fun with it! Trust your photographer to get the best shots in the best locations. And be sure your kids are well-rested and not hungry. Nothing spoils a photo session like a cranky kid!
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Please enjoy this sneak peek of their family session. To see all the photos and purchase prints from the gallery, click HERE.
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