tree love sock

downtown water fountain

2009-01-02T18:57:00.001-08:00

These were taken by Chris Humphrys

Is this a cool idea or what, the awesomest way to end a downtown session wether it's an engagement session or anything!

Outdoorsy

2008-11-20T09:49:00.000-08:00

Images taken from Free People catalogue. So, I am thinking about the outdoorsy theme and perhaps adding the playful boyfriend element to this or even a group of friends.

Big Kids

2008-11-20T09:47:00.001-08:00

Pictures taken from Free People catalogue. The idea is to combine childish props with seniors but on a larger scale as you can see.

Snow location

2008-11-18T16:48:00.000-08:00

I got these images from the latest Anthropologie catalogue. Did you know that while it is dingy and rainy in Portland it is snowy, white and bright in the nearby mountains? Instead of groning because of bad weather, I want to incorporate some really cool lighting and ambiance by taking advantage of the kinds of pictures we can only get in the witer.

Work of Heart

2008-11-05T09:30:00.000-08:00

Another favorite when it comes to photography and concepts for a photo shoot. I have been wanting to do kid or kids picking apples from a low hanging apple tree. I don't know where there is an accessable location that would work for this though.

If you are a parent and you look at the Work of Heart Website and see any cool concepts you would like me to try, I am pretty much game for everything she does.

Eating

2008-11-04T21:10:00.000-08:00

Photos by Whitebox, Clair Bremmer, and Angela Crutcher.

I really want to do little kids eating pics, before they are so good at it that they don't make a mess. I thing I could incorporate all these into one shoot.

Five little monkeys...

2008-11-04T21:07:00.000-08:00

Photos by Joyce Smith. A little less messy than the pillow fight, but just as fun.

Pillow Fight

2008-11-04T21:05:00.000-08:00

Kids having a pillow fight, Wouldn't that be so fun? I will bring the feathers if you will clean it up :)

Pool Party

2008-11-04T21:01:00.001-08:00

Photos by Whitebox Kids. I have been wanting to do kids having a pool party or playing in sprinklers all summer. That's all.

Bathtime

2008-11-04T20:55:00.000-08:00

Photo by Angela Crutcher

Photo by Jinky Art

Photo by Melanie Whitaker

I really want to do kid bath pics. I love the little girl pic because you can see she needs the bath because she got all messy eating a lollypop. The lollypop licken good times would make some fun pictures too. I also love the baby bathing in the sink. So cute.

Rainy Day

2008-11-04T20:51:00.000-08:00

It's the season for rain and so we spice photos up with splashing in puddles and colorful rain gear. Anyone with kids who love to play in the rain?

Swimming

2008-11-04T20:47:00.000-08:00

I don't currently have the casing I would need to take my camera under water, but if I knew I had a willing model, I would consider getting one. The floaties are so cute and she is holding a mermaid. I am totally impressed that she can hold her breath underwater too. Jinky Art photo

The Bathroom

2008-11-04T20:42:00.000-08:00

The sooner I admit it, the better. I have a thing for bathrooms. The colors are usually fun and funky and some abstract pictures brushing teeth or wathing hands would be a really cute lifestyle image. Joyce Smith photo

For the Cook

2008-11-04T20:40:00.000-08:00

This is the concept for the little one who loves to play mommy with dolls or loves to play cooking or cleaning. These are too cute especially with the little matching sundress. Joyce Smith photo

Furniture Outside?

2008-11-04T20:36:00.000-08:00

This photograph by Joyce Smith is one of my favorites. Not only is the family portrait non traditional, but it's also on a couch outside! So if you want a cosy family picture and don't adore your house, this would be fun to try.

Kids Choice

2008-11-04T20:33:00.000-08:00

This is the outfit your child loves to wear and although you think it's adorable, you won't let them wear it to school. This picture by Angela Crutcher is so full or personality, I love that it was probably taken in her room.

Chilling at Home

2008-11-04T20:31:00.000-08:00

I want to do more pictures with kids at home in their natural environment. I love the stuffed animal and special rocking chair just for her.

Baseball Boy

2008-11-04T20:28:00.000-08:00

I love the cap and how this kid is such a boy. I am thinking of incorparating a baseball field setting with bats and bubblegum. Something Sandlot-esque. Photo by Angela Crutcher

Curly Hair

2008-11-04T20:26:00.000-08:00

If anyone our there has a child with this curly hair, PLEASE call me :) Photo by Angela Crutcher

For SJ

2008-11-04T20:03:00.001-08:00

My friend had twins recently so this is a concept I came up with for her. I promised a model shoot a while ago, still up for it?

Young Love

2008-11-04T20:00:00.000-08:00

I really want to do a lighthearted shoot featureing young love. Nothing serious, just playful and flirty.

Watermelon

2008-11-04T19:57:00.000-08:00

Another White Box Kids image. I love it because of the counrty look. I am thinking braids or pig tails and barefeet, rolled up pants, love the metal bin she is sitting on. This could work for a group of kids too.

Bottles and Straws

2008-11-04T19:54:00.000-08:00

These pictures, taken from White Box Kids features kids sipping with colorful staws with a bottle of juice or soda. I think it could work with almost anything and they are so happy to enjoy the treat.

A Boy with a Cape

2008-11-04T19:44:00.000-08:00

This is one I have been wanted to do for a while, so if you have a super little boy who loves showing off his super powers, this would be a fun shoot. I especially like the one with no shirt and the jeans rolled down because they are a little too big. Super cute!

favorite from a long time ago

2008-11-04T17:30:00.001-08:00

A bride trash the dress idea (maybe this was her wedding dress, or maybe it was found at Goodwill?). I don't know of a location for something like this, but it would be really fun.

Families

2008-11-04T16:43:00.000-08:00

Okay, this is the direction I want to take the family group shot for Artisan. I have never been one for the traditional "everyone look at the camera" shot. I want to practing something more fun and whimsical with a few families this season. I love the group tickle/laughing and it's so fun that only one person is looking at the camera. Clothing isn't a huge deal for these, but I would want to help coordinate clothes for this shoot and take the pictures at the models home (don't worry, coming from a family of nine, I can ignore any piles very easily).

Just to give credit. This photo was take by Joyce Smith of Joyce Smith Photography.

Free People

2008-11-04T16:07:00.001-08:00

My biggest source on inspiration is from Free People. I subscribe to their catalogue to get ideas. Here is a link to the catalogues online. If you send me a picture or two from any of these catalogues that you have a similar outfit or location idea or hairstyle let me know. I would love to use you and the idea for a model shoot.

Flowey Skirt

2008-11-04T15:58:00.001-08:00

This picture doesn't do my vision justice. I am thinking, flowey 70s skirt in a field at sunset. This shoot would iclude a lot of movement, running, jumping, trirling, laughing, etc.

Kids with Freckles

2008-11-04T15:50:00.000-08:00

Okay, this one is pretty simple could be a girl or boy. I just love freckles. This shoot would emphasize the face and eyes. I love the idea of hats and shooting somewhere with fall colors.

1960's glasses

2008-11-04T15:47:00.001-08:00

Here is my vision, I am thinking colorfully striped tube socks and roller states and bubble gum. old paved road or downtown area. any takers?