Heart Strings Child Photography: Random Pictures from the past year

Photograper's Prayer

Oh God, as I bring my subject into focus and prepare to make each portrait, never let me forget that I’m creating treasures for some family, a keepsake for loved ones. Make me sensitive to the qualities and virtues of others, that I may draw out into the light the beautiful radiant belongings of their hearts.

Help me to be an artist, collecting the beauty of every soul, the glow of youth, the gentleness, the laughter or tears of each life that is precious in Thy sight. Deeper than a means of livelihood, give me the perspective to see my photographer’s art as a service to others, making life richer and more memorable.

And, dear Lord, between the lights and shadows, the ups and downs and the rolling years, keep me from getting out of focus or off center, so that my life and work may be framed with dignity and colored with contentment …

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Random Pictures from the past year

Sorry folks!!!! I know I haven't updated this in FOREVER, please forgive me. Life as been super duper busy for me, but the blessing just keep coming, for that I am very thankful. For those who don't know, I have a gallery of my work at the Purple Turtle in Gallipolis. Fall/Winter and Spring/Summer I will be changing the pictures, as the clothing season changes. I have enjoyed working with Karen at the Purple Turtle so much!! Stop in and see my work and say "Howdy" to the girls there.

2 comments:

Anonymous said...: U r FANTABULOUS Lissal! These pictures are great... Im so proud of you and what you have accomplished with this dream!:-) Love U~ Tara; April 24, 2010 1:16 PM
Anonymous said...: I clicked on your web link on the Jackson Times Journal after reading the wonderful artical about how this blessing of yours came about. You, my friend are VERY talented!!! I would just like to say congratulations on being able to fulfill your dreams! Also, thank you so much for sharing your story and magnificent potographs!; June 21, 2010 11:00 AM

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What to Expect

First of all expect to have fun, that is the most important thing to me, that you enjoy your photo session. Allowing the children to have fun and not be pressured to "pose" or "say cheese" allows them to be kids, and allows me to "capture" their inner spirit. Parents, you will need to put your trust in me, I will ask for help when needed, but I will do my best to get the child's attention on my own. I will play with you child, dance and sing, we may look silly, but having fun will result in fun and creative photos. I will work very hard to capture your child as they truly are. There may be some posed shots, but I prefer to get the "real" moments on film. Have Fun!!!!

What to Wear

Ahhhh, the burning question, what should I wear, what should my child wear???? Wear something that is comfortable, some that is "you" if you normally don't wear dressy dresses, then you won't need to wear them for your photo session. You need to wear the clothes, don't let them wear you. :) If you are comfortable, then you are happy, and happy is great for the camera!!!

Keep in mind, logos, and patterns don't look great in black and white photos, but that is your call!!!

Bare feet are absolutly adorable for your kids!!

You may have as many clothing changes as you like, just have them planned ahead, just keep in mind, kids are going to be playing, they aren't going to want to stop and change clothes too many times. :)

Think outside the box!!! Be Unique, Original. Have fun.

What to Bring

Snacks and drinks are nessecary, bring many and a variety, they may come in handy for bribes :) Please don't bring messy snacks, like Cheetos, or yogurt, keep the drinks light in color. If your child has a favorite toy, stuffed animal, blanket, latest obsession, bring it, we can fit it in the photograph in one way or another. What NOT to Bring An audience. The more people there are at session, the more distracted the child may be. You may bring the people that are going to be in the photos.

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Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Random Pictures from the past year

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