Missy Bane Photography » Family and Children's Photography

Is there such thing as “sassy” for a boy?  I guess since he knows me now he’s relaxed and can act goofy (makes my job sooo much easier =)  We had the best time – he was cracking me up the whole time.  He had scraped both feet on the pool that day so mom literally piggy backed him all over the park – luckily it was only 90 degrees and muggy that day (yikes!) – both were troopers!  

I kept telling him I was going to give him a wet sloppy kiss if he didn’t give me that “Will” smile.  We were walking back to the car and the sun went behind the clouds and I said quick, go stand on the step for me for one last image and I promise I won’t kiss you.  He was so cute, he stood there with the cheesiest smile and talked between his teeth – “did you take it yet”.  OK, I knew it was time to be done!  You’re the best Will!!

Wow, how a year flies by.  We were just at Maymont for her 4th birthday.  Now she’s 5 and growing all up.  Mom and Dad finally jumped in.  I always recommend it, but like most people I don’t love having my photograph taken either.  I have been planning a “formal” portrait with me and my girls for years now.  I guess that’s just not us (I’m not very formal), so I just need to have my husband photograph us playing in the yard or something.  At a seminar last year the speaker said “raise your hand if you like having your photograph taken”.  We all nervously looked around, giggling at each other.  She said, “well that’s how your clients feel”.  Wow, that was good for me to hear since I tend to “guilt” parents into being photographed with the kids.  I know I’m in very few portraits with the kids, so I assume most parents are the same way.

Anyway, Layla.  What a sunshine!  

Mom & Dad – you’ll be so happy to have these one day!!!

Oh my gosh, is she not the sweetest?  I have been photographing her since she was a baby, but you would think we were long lost friends.  She talked and talked and we had the best time – she’s never met a stranger – so darn cute!!