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Posted on January 24, 2010
How many can you handle? One? Two? Three? How about four? That’s what I kept thinking when I met the Potter family. Maybe since I’m dealing with a colic pron baby, I thought that a family of this size was impossible. Mrs. Potter made it seem so easy. They had the whole complicated family deal all figured out. I was very impressed with how well the older two knew how to deal with the younger two. How well mannered they ALL were. It was my little peep into the world of today’s larger family. Where most of us stop at one or two, this family has welcomed four. WOW! I was just amazed. That is a lot of love to share, and a lot of patience. It was inspiring to see a real family being ‘real.’
To begin our consultation, Mrs. Potter forewarned me of the one that would present the greatest challenge. Baby number three. She was spirited and engaging. She required an extra effort. Nothing traditional would have worked for her. The game plan was to find something for her to do. And so we began.
Baby number four may have been the easiest of the bunch. Just smile. That’s all I had to do. Just smile.
Babe number two was the only boy. This non-traditional portrait of him was my favorite. Boys will be boys and having all boys myself, I really appreciate how fun-loving they seem to be. Here he is with a pet that he adores. Here he has a genuine smile and an affection he shows without inhibition. Beautiful to say the least.
The eldest, a bright young girl, was willing to go anywhere on the family property. Mom thought they had little to work with, yet there sat this rustic pile of firewood that was just slightly overgrown. Perfect for a young girl on the brink of blossoming. She is picture perfect.
Our goal was to capture a group portrait of the children. To follow are two. I love the family tree symbolism here, while they are at an age where it is still possible to let them climb into this tree.
Choice number two, the winner, shows the four beautiful children in front of grandma’s home. The 100+ year old home that was moved here once upon a time. A home where countless memories where made over many generations. A home where family is truly important. A plantation homestead that has memories with great importance. I love being able to capture moments like these through an on-location family portrait. A portrait with many stories to tell.
I do believe that those are four of the MOST BEAUTIFUL children that I have ever seen!!
Thanks so much, Vanessa! You captured my kids’ true smiles & personalities. Just what I was looking for!!! Your comments are very sweet & we really enjoyed your visit. We will be repeat customers, FOR SURE!