Things have been percolating, brewing, and simmering at the back of my mind for a while. I have been wanting to take my photography to the next level. I have been wanting to create more than just “pretty pictures.” Pretty pictures are important, of course. That is to say, beautiful light, good technique and composition are all important. An image has to be appealing to the eyes, or it’s time to call “game over.” On the other hand, meaningful photography has to go beyond “prettiness.” Does it tell a story? Will it stand the test of time? Can it bring back the most important memories?
A Gem. ♥ {Dublin, CA Children’s Lifestyle Photography}
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
A gem, once cut and polished, shines brilliantly and has many facets.
Here’s Z.
She’s my 8-year-old daughter’s best friend. Or, as my daughter likes to say, “best, best, best, best friend in the world.” Z. will be moving to Florida very soon, and we’re all very sad to see her go. Ever since she was a baby, Z. has spent so much time with and been so close to her grandma. Z.’s grandma wanted me to photograph her granddaughter at her house, doing some of her favorite things.
When I was picking out images to blog, the thing that stood out to me was how the different facets of Z.’s personality were captured. Serious and grown-up. Yet, young and child-like. Mischievous. Funny. Giggly. So, …
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OMG! Jeannie, these are fabulous! Love!
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Oh, what a treasure these are! Beautiful captures, Jeannie!
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These are amazing! I wish I had 1/2 your creativity and lifestyle skills!
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beautiful. cute lil girl and pics
i have a chair similar to that, that i use. love it.
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