Saturday afternoon found me back at the park for a family portrait session with Emmie, Mat and their parents. I was surprised to find that so many leaves have fallen from the trees, we had to wait quite a while for the light to be right. While we waited, Mat ran 100 miles around the park and Emmie explored and played. Every now and then I’d stop Mat to take a picture or two, then off he’d go. I got tired just watching him run! He didn’t slow down often, but when he did – he gave me the most gorgeous expressions. Here are just a few of the many pictures I took of Mat.
Can you even believe how precious he is? I know boys aren’t supposed to be called pretty, but Mat is downright gorgeous. And he was very easy to work with. Emmie is also quite stunning. And she is full of personality. Every time we would have her sit on a stool for me to take a few pictures, she would clap and say, “Yay!” Emmie was quite proud of herself. And for good reason. Just look at her!
Sadly, by the time the light was nearly right for the family picture – Mat and Emmie were worn out with having their pictures taken. I only got the chance to take a few shots and the kids were uneasy. I did get one nice family pose.
I particularly wanted a good picture of Mat and Anne alone. Too often, the kids take priority and couples don’t have their portraits made together. Emmie is just a tad too young to sit and wait quietly – and we were worried that she would fall into the ditch that was right beside us – so I only took three quick shots. This is my favorite. Mat prefers color and Anne likes black and white – so this one’s for Anne.
It was great to have the chance to meet Mat and Anne, and to see their beautiful children. Just looking at the portraits of Mat and Emmie make me smile.
