I always had a love for photography on both sides of the camera since I was a child. When I decided to start my photography business I did a lot of the same things that other up and coming photographers do. I offered free photo sessions to my closest friends, family, coworkers, and church members.
Prior to anyone taking me up on my free portrait session offer - 2 years ago - I had plans to take my daughter to the park and I had a goal. An entire vision captive in my mind and I wanted to free it by capturing it with my camera for everyone to be in awe including myself. There’s something about having an idea and executing it the way you intended and it rewards you with a feeling of accomplishment like no other. It is so fulfilling. It’s something that only you can feel for yourself. Do it! Set a goal based on a vision and execute it. It is exhilarating.
When shooting these photos I told her imagine you are a princess and you just ran away from somewhere and someone is chasing you through the forest. I told her to have a serious expression and at first she didn’t understand and I told her to trust me. She usually just wants to do her cute little innocent smile but I wanted to introduce her to this variation. She executed perfectly after some direction and encouragement.
I use this photo as my main photo to represent my business. I also printed on a framed canvas I don’t believe I have found a photo that could top everything about it.
What do you think of the session I had with my daughter?
