Portrait photographers. How do you do it? How do you get little ones to sit still?
My older grandson visited us so I took the opportunity to practice; practice chasing down a little monkey! One shot (that I won’t share) clearly showed the chocolate kiss in and ON his mouth! I guess the bribery is supposed to take place AFTER the photo shoot!
You know I hate to use the on camera flash, but I finally resorted to using it. I also dusted off the Gary Fong diffuser and decided to give it another try. It had been in my camera bag far too long!
I guess we’ll call this series “Granny Sue’s Little Monkey.”
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“J” sit up, please.
“J” pllleeeaaase sit up!
“Now what are you up to?”
“Whew, thank you! You deserve a kiss.”
“Don’t ALL four year olds bring their own laptop to Granny’s house when they come to visit?”
11 responses so far ↓
susanne49 // November 6, 2008 at 12:54 pm
These are an absolutely entertaining and perfect series, Sue! And your handsome model is adorable!!
I can see the fun you both had in this session
To answer you question to my rose photo: do you know Picasa? I like to play with….
Mike Palmer // November 6, 2008 at 4:06 pm
Catching up – you have been busy this week – I love the fall pics – The wagon wheel is my fav – nice pop
oscarstavern // November 6, 2008 at 4:41 pm
believe it or not….. “Fart” noises. They’ll smile and laugh. Take it from a grandpa. Cute shots!
oneshotbeyond // November 6, 2008 at 10:39 pm
One thing for sure…your images are sharp as a tack! I don’t know how to get them to sit still that’s why I shoot mostly adults. Kidding. Try bribing the little one!
suehenryphotography // November 6, 2008 at 11:17 pm
I’m absolutely laughing….you all are hilarious.
Oscar….good to hear from you again. It’s been awhile. “Fart” noises. LOL! He’d be rolling on the floor, doing somersaults!
Heather….”sharp as a tack” is NOT a phrase usually used in conjunction with my images! heh heh! Must have been the flash! You know, the thing I usually avoid like the plague!
Susanne and Mike….I ALWAYS appreciate your visits and love to hear your comments.
Julie McLeod // November 6, 2008 at 11:31 pm
He just looks full of mischief – I can see why you have trouble getting him to sit still. But, you did a fantastic job on these…
Marcie // November 7, 2008 at 10:18 am
Granny Sue has a very sweet monkey!!! Wonderful images. FUN!
Anita Bower // November 7, 2008 at 1:34 pm
These are great images! I especially like the first, third and fourth. I think the flash and diffuser worked quite well, don’t you? I, too, avoid using my flash, in fact, have considered selling my off camera flash. As for keeping an active 4 year old still–imposible! Thanks for sharing.
Anita Bower // November 7, 2008 at 1:42 pm
Sue: Thank you for commenting on my images. Especially for suggesting the Yellow Mums for a card. I’m hoping to make some cards, and I appreciate the feedback.
graspthemoment // November 9, 2008 at 11:25 am
It’s why I don’t do portraits like others do. No way in hell I could get anyone to sit still, especially my two monkeys! I just play with them, then pull the camera out.
JRP // November 11, 2008 at 11:44 pm
I love that he brings his laptop! How cute is he. I was looking at these on your Flickr enjoying seeing his sweet little smile! I always enjoy your grandson’s photos!