Blueberry Sky Photography » Child Photography

These are the ones

Julie — Wed, 12 May 2010 23:26:43 +0000

…that make me so happy! It’s sessions just like this one that make me giddy! I can really do these types of sessions every day! I just love the dynamic nature of family shoots with toddlers. Yes, it can be challenging (with tantrums and all), but it’s hilarious and absolutely FUN. In this case though, no major tantrums at all! She was a perfect little model As long as she had a little cuddle time with mommy and daddy…and a little thumb sucking, she was good to go – plus, aren’t thumb sucking shots the cutest?! There was really nothing more I could ask for. We were at a beautiful location, it was nice and cloudy (my giant softbox), parents were gorgeous…and my main subject was a sweet, charming, adorable blue-eyed toddler! No doubt, I had an amazing time photographing this lovely family of three — and what better way to celebrate baby girl’s 2nd birthday than with a photo shoot?! I had an extremely difficult time choosing a few to blog! I’ll definitely be sharing this session in full soon

All I need

Julie — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:41:04 +0000

When I’m photographing a family as energetic, fun, beautiful and full of love as this, all I need is an hour – just an hour! Not only did we knock it out super fast, the kids were just so charming, cooperative, willing and excited about being photographed I had an amazing time hanging out with this great bunch – observing the loving connections they had with each other…what was especially sweet was how big sister looked after and adored her little brother – it was so, so sweet. Here are few faves of the day. The first photo is my favorite, hands down!

I had an absolutely amazing time with this sweet family! It just goes to show that, yes – babies are super fun to photograph – but so are children! Especially when they’re as gentle hearted and loving as these two were

P.S. May is fully booked, June is full (I may take one more). And I’m currently reserving July photo session dates.
Then, holiday season (busy season for me) starts in August {gasp}! Crazy, crazy how time flies!

All aboard

Julie — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 12:39:34 +0000

These old trains knocked my socks off! It’s like I was transported back in time…when these trains were used as a major source of transportation. They were colorful, BIG, and full of character. A totally awesome photo session location – I’d be surprised if any toddler didn’t find this place awesome.

Reason #2 why I love living in Los Angeles – there are so many cool places to visit! This place being one on the top of my list

Looking spiffy

Julie — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 02:06:15 +0000

Baby it’s cold outside! I just love cold weather. The air is so crisp, so clean – especially after the rain. It’s also a perfect opportunity to accessorize with scarves, jackets, knits & lots of layering. Here are some ideas for family photo sessions with cooler weather in mind. I adore winter clothes!

And as any person who lives in Los Angeles will tell you – it can be cold one day and warm the next! In which case, lighter clothing (like cottons and soft knits) would be perfect. Spring clothing is also super colorful – which I just love! Color, color, color! This set-up below I particularly like because it’s a wonderful illustration of how a family can “go” – but not necessarily “match”….It’s nice to show some variety – everyone need not wear the same color and match perfectly…clothing like this makes things much more interesting :

Made you look

Julie — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:17:41 +0000

One thing I’ve learned about photographing toddlers is that you should never ask them to do anything directly. Make everything a game. Case and point below:

When I asked: “Oooh, can you look at me, I want to see your handsome face” — instead of big puppy dog eyes gazing up at me, I got a fluffy stuffed puppy’s butt in my face. Take that, he says! So, I resort to plan B, which works most of the time and ask: “What are you reading? Who is that on your book?”
And alas, I get the result I want: Eye contact

And then I ask a series of questions: ” Where are your teeth? Eyes? Ears? Mouth? Where am I? Where are you?”

Now he’s happy….

And my favorite question because it resulted in the images below (specifically, the kissing puppy one)…
“Where is puppy?”

See, sweet little toddler, made you look! I win!

Pretty times two

Julie — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 13:34:43 +0000

A pretty, pretty little baby girl! Her eyes and lashes are just beautiful.

…and her equally gorgeous big sister. Does it get any more charming than this??

More to come!

Catch me if you can

Julie — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:14:47 +0000

“Still?” I have no idea what the word “still” means…I only know what the words “run” and “avoid” mean…

Toddlers are never boring. ever.

Especially when they’ve just entered the terrible two’s.

Some essentials to have for photographing toddlers: running shoes, hair tie, knee pads…

…any and all gear suitable for an athletic event. Oh, and patience + your best goofy face!

It’s possible

Julie — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 13:33:11 +0000

…to keep them this way forever. What makes a photo so special is how it can take you on a trip back in time to that very moment it was taken. Remembering how small, sweet and precious our little ones were – and how years past seem like just yesterday…I just love these images – sleeping shots of toddlers are just as beautiful as newborns…

Always, always, always a baby to momma and dada.

I’ll give you 5 seconds…

Julie — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 12:16:57 +0000

…for a photo! This is always the case when photographing toddlers

Brush, anyone?

Julie — Thu, 28 May 2009 20:53:04 +0000

My current favorite location. Just down the street from my house – a little secret spot. How can you not love railroad tracks, brush, dirt & rocks? It’s the countryside right in the middle of the city!