This is the 4th year I’ve done portraits of Alec and Sam for their family Christmas cards. We start out saying that we just need a picture or two for the Christmas cards – but end up with a full-fledged portrait session. I just can’t stop shooting pictures of these two. Alec was just starting middle school when I first photographed him. Though it’s very difficult for me to believe, Alec is now in high school. I know he must think I’m the biggest geek ever, but he still puts up with me. He has a very quick wit and a little bit of a sarcastic sense of humor – so we get along well.
Here are a couple of pictures of Alec.
Alec and Sam’s parents are friends of mine. It’s nice to have younger friends because I get to be around their children. And other peoples’ children are always more fun than your own. They don’t talk back; they don’t mess up your house; and they don’t drain your bank account. Sam is always such a joy to be around. When she comes to my house, she plays with my cat, Puddin’ (or she tries to, anyway). Puddin’ is a bit uppity. And Sam is always so pleasant and good natured. Sam always lets me take as many pictures as I want – even when she’s freezing. Here are a couple of pictures of Sam.
Now here are two of the kids together. My favorite so far is the black and white. I have barely started editing their session so I’m sure I’ll find more I love, but for now this is my top choice.
I just love Sam’s attitude in that last one. And, I know Wendi’s mother will love it, too. She likes all the pictures I take of her adorable grandchildren!
