Mom was trying to calm him as she held her baby.
I calmly told her so her son could hear, "Don’t worry about it, I got you; I’m going to get started with these cutie pies," referring to the older daughters.
I began photographing the girls, hoping their brother would feel less pressured.
He was crying, not ready to be in family photos...
I soon asked him to help me with the shoot by holding my lens cap, getting him more comfortable.
After a bit, I invited him to join the shoot, gently guiding him and giving him options. Natural smiles started to come out, and he was having fun!
Natural smiles started to come out
As a mom myself, I get it. Life with kids can be unpredictable, and throwing in a photoshoot can be even more stressful, but that’s why I’m there with my calming and fun demeanor to make the shoot run smoothly.
I understand light, plain and simple, this took years to get to this magical light seeing, I’m not bragging, ok just a bit, but really I am telling you this because by knowing light, I put you in the best light so that you look your best.
Recipe for your amazing family photos
Find that Light
Comfy Cozy
I hear that making you feel comfortable is my specialty. Having someone you're comfortable with helps you let your guard down for photos. I don’t want you to feel awkward standing there staring blankly into the camera, so I make sure not to keep the camera on you for a long time. I also have a unique ability to just know when people need a break or to switch something up; it’s my intuitive nature.
Gentle Posing
Posing often sounds very rigid. You might picture someone putting you in a pose and saying "freeze, don't move," or "move your chin just an inch." Instead, I'll guide you into poses and gently direct you so that you feel natural. You'll also here me get super stoked when I see those in between moments, I'm always on the hunt look for those in-between moments and offer gentle guidance on posing, so go ahead you be you.
"No, Not like that"
"That doesn't look good or you're posing all wrong"
Things you won't hear me say
Things you will hear me say
"Yes, that looks great!"
"That is perfect"
"The light is so good right here"
"a lot of totallys, cools, crushin it's, and maybe something my daughter made up like, move over a titch.
"We have worked with Amy for two years in a row now, and she is wonderful! She is flexible and understanding, even when our young kids aren't in the mood for smiling--and still somehow, she captures the sweetest moments! Would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for some favorite memories and moments they want recorded.
" She is so talented and makes everyone feel very comfortable."
"Amy has taken our family photos three times now and we have framed photos from each time on our wall. Friends have reached out asking who took our photos because they love how candid and professional they are. She really captures the moment and is great with getting our toddler's personality captured in the photos."
"She really captures the moment"
Amy is absolutely AMAZING! She is super easy to work with and a true expert in her craft. We hired her in 2016 for our engagement shoot and the rest was history….Her vision and natural approach to photography is exquisite!
"A True Expert in Her Craft!"
"Amy is hands down the BEST photographer we could've ever hoped for our wedding! I can honestly share that I spent countless hours researching 300+ portfolios and interviewing photographers as my top priority for my dream wedding full of international guests. Everyone at the wedding loved her professional, caring demeanor - plus the photographs were stunning! "
"Plus! Our guests were candidly featured throughout our special day!"
"We had an incredible experience with her & would work with her again without hesitation. It felt like we'd known her for years. Having that level of comfort with someone brings an indescribable sense of calmness on what could otherwise be considered a stressful day. The photos perfectly captured the happiness of our day."
"Amy was a joy to work with in every way!"
"Amy made me comfortable and felt able to be myself in a way I didn't expect. Amy captured the whole event in a way that conveys not just who was there, but what it felt like: our joy, love, sense of family and community, and enjoyment of the venue we chose. I cannot recommend Amy more highly!"
"Working with Amy for our wedding was absolutely amazing!"
"The most talented, positive, compassionate, collaborative photographer we could have hoped for to capture our special day. We love you Amy!!"
"Talented, positive, compassionate photographer"
"She's hands-down the easiest person to communicate with. We never felt like we were being photographed throughout the wedding night which was important, too. We would recommend Amy to any couple who is looking for a very sweet, thoughtful, relaxed and professional photographer for their big day."
"Working with Amy was absolutely perfect from start to finish!"
Session takes place at your home or on location at one of the many beautiful locations in the area. I provide a list of locations, but I'm always happy to hear your suggestions. I am proud to live and work in the Bay Area. While California is my home, I absolutely love traveling.
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Family Sessions
We meet and have a fabulous time hanging - getting some amazing photos and memories of your family.
Once you pick a date, you’ll receive all the important stuff to make it official, easy peasy!
You fill out contact form or email me, I see that inquiry roll in and I get super stoked, then you’ll get a response giving you all the details for available dates and answer any questions you have sent me.
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