March 24, 2010

Magical. Glorious. Awesome! :: Orange County Family Photographer

Truly.  This shoot, this family, this location was all those things.  And more.

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Becky, thank you oodles for humoring me and dragging all your gear out to the high desert so the boys could be boys!

 

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And my deepest thanks to your family for serving our nation with the Marines.  It was my honor to take your pictures.



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12 comments:

Kimberly Oaster said...

I have enjoyed these photos. I like the way you have captured the spirit of this family - especially in the eyes of the boys. I see the same determination & playfulness in the parent's eyes. My personal favorite is the photo with mom leaning on dad's back. Thanks for sharing!

Jane said...

Hi! I'm a FB fan, and stopped by to see these awesome photos. What emotions you've captured! I'm just getting started with my little business. Could you share what camera/lenses you use? I've started with the Canon xsi and got the extra portrait lens (50mm 1.4f USM)and just can't learn FAST enough. :) Thanks, and blessings!

Skeller said...

Thanks, Kim!!

Jane - feel free to click on the "My Gear" button at the top of my blog. It lists my cameras & lenses and when I generally use each lens. And btw, a Rebel with a 50mm f/1.4 is a terrific combo!!

Stef C. said...

I'm a Facebook Fan as well. I love everything about this shoot. That you did it for free, how beautiful all 5 family members are, how well it captured their spirit. Your photography is gorgeous. The photo of the 5 family members looking down at the camera is lovely and I especially like the photo of the mom leaning on the dad's back. Amazing work for an amazing family!

Becky @ The Shea Family said...

OH WOW! I literally have tears in my eyes looking at these! they are just so beyond words. They are amazing! every single one of them. Thanks once again Susan, you are an amazing, talented person!

Tonya said...

tearing up too. These are just gorgeous. How very generous of you to do this for them, Susan. I love the wife hugging behind hubby too. It seems very poignant for his job. thank you!

Anonymous said...

Amazing...simply amazing! You are using the talents God has entrusted you with in such a powerful way, Susan! I'm in love with these photos. This family will treasure them for years and years! How neat for you to be a part of that history!

Unknown said...

I love the pictures, this is one of the most awesome families that I know, and probably will ever know. The love they have for each other goes beyond words, and these photos really show it. I love you guys. I am so glad that you were able to win this photo shoot you deserved it and the photos are outstanding.

Misty Jones Photography said...

These are so great! Love the location!

Erin said...

What a perfect place to take photographs!

Unknown said...

What a beautiful family. I love the shoot Susan. I think you are amazing. Every time I come here I feel more and more astounded at your work. And even more than your work I see your heart in every post. And it is so lovely.

Unknown said...

Susan, these are truly magical! Love the light and the joy you captured with this family! So fun, and such a good looking family!