I absolutely can’t say enough about the sweet Huerkamp family. They are so blessed to have 5 kiddos surround them with love and laughter daily and they are the most down to earth, humble family I know.
I was honored to take their newborn photos as well as their family photos. We had so much fun with flower crowns adorned with roses and eucalyptus and then 5 months later…a photo session on a trail.
Newborn session:
This was mostly shot in Laney’s bedroom because the light was magical and let’s face it, the room is gorgeous! I mean look at the wallpaper…every photographers dream backdrop for indoor photos.
It’s always nice to capture newborn photos in the bedroom since new mommas and babies spend lots of time napping together and it is an intimate setting for a cozy session.
The headbands (see below) were a cinch to make and much cheaper than having made. You just need a soft headband, hot glue and cut the stems of the flowers so they will lay flat. Always glue the flowers closer together than what you think is natural to allow for space to give when the band is stretched around the head. These little jewels are fun to dry and keep for sentimental reasons.
The Family Session….Let’s talk about the location first….
I have learned you don’t need a fancy background to have a great photo shoot. I struggled with this concept for years, always looking for something unique and different. In the end, the focus is really on the family and how their love connects with the camera.
We found this little trail in our neighborhood and the colors this time of season were perfect for the outfits Laney chose for their photos. I love how the little girls were in one color: Gold and the boys and Laney in variations of the other color: Navy.
Second, let’s talk about bringing in a piece of furniture in the outdoor setting. This is absolutely my favorite way to add dimension and whimsy to a session. It also gives the family a different look than just standing in different poses.
Okay, enough about the set up, let’s look at some gorgeous people!
“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the father of heavenly lights, who does not change from shifting shadows.”
The Holiday photo shoot:
This photo of the girls was captured with my Iphone and edited with Light and Airy Presets: Bright.
