At the beginning, I could see that they had a preconceived idea of how a “photo shoot” works, and what was so cool is how quickly they relaxed into the way I do things. I especially love when I win over Dad, because as we all know Mom is the only one that really wants to be there. By the end I could tell that he had really enjoyed himself, and the kids were inviting me to dinner. No better feeling than that.
This was their first family session and I am grateful I was able to have this experience with them. This is one of my favorite sessions from 2014.
OMG. The shot where she’s peeking out from under the covers. The joy of youth. Swoon.
LoveloveLOVE those chubby sandy hands.
the sandy hand photo made me grin so big. Great work!
i adore everything about this session tara. and you are so right about dads ;)
I love it. I love sandy hands and water drips on faces!!
I never get tired of the way you see. So unique, honest and beautiful. Love this session.
i scrolled thru and was thinking : this one! o THIS one! o the B&W sandy hands!… makes me think of peering thru a kalaidescope: a day’s images/moments from different perspectives, places, colors…all coming together in some mandala-esque whole. funny thing about what you said about the preconception and mama. my secret wistfulness when i look at your work: i always think that if Tara came, i’d be the only one into it, my husband wouldn’t love it and the shoot wouldn’t be as special as the ones you’ve shared…