My mom loves to put together a Christmas card with pictures of all of her grandchildren. My 3 sisters were able to visit this summer (we are saving up for next year), so my brother-in-law took group photos of each family. I needed to get a shot of my two kiddos together, but strep throat and goopy eyes weren’t making for picture-perfect moments.
Both kids seemed to be in better health the other day, so I decided to see what I could do. When Ella got home from preschool, I filled their bellies with lunch, let them play in the bath, and dressed them up in clean clothes. I admit that I had to bribe Ella with the promise of a candy bar at our post-nap oil change. It was worth it because she let me straighten her hair (see previous posts to figure out why) and smiled so sweetly for photos.
Convincing a 3 yr-old and 11 month-old to face the camera and smile at the same time is quite the challenge! All in all, I was fairly happy with some of the photos from this impromptu photo shoot.
Cute pictures Mindy! I love the first one of Ella kissing Ezra. Those smiles are to die for! Great job with your blog, it’s fun to read about other moms!
Cute pictures! I totally agree about the difficulty of a photo shoot with these ages. Especially together! My kids are so impossible I haven’t even attempted a photo shoot with the two of them. You’ve inspired me to try though! Maybe. =)
Mindy,
You got some great photos! I am horrible with my own camera…and kids this age are tough to cajole. Looks like you’re the winner here, though! Adorable!
Very cute! It is always a challenge getting just the right shot! I love the pics of the kisses!
Stopping by to welcome you to SITS! It’s great to have you in the SITStahood!
Adorable! I have the same problem– My daughter is 3 and my son is 5 months. It is impossible to get pictures of them both looking at the camera!
I came by to welcome you to SITS! We’re happy to have you with us!
Love the first pic! Welcome to SITS. I know that you will enjoy being a part of this vibrant community of bloggers 🙂
Awwww Those turned out great. Really good Semi Candid shots! I know what you mean as far as getting them to look! My 2year old is impossible!!! lol
oh my goodness, they are so adorable! Those cheeks!! I came by from SITS to say “welcome” and that we’re so happy you joined us! The Secret is in the Sauce is a wonderful and crazy group, you’ll love it.
-Mandy
http://www.gourmetmomonthego.com
They are so cute. I love it when you can get a few good ones out of the kiddos! Priceless for sure. Stopping over as part of the SITS welcome wagon to say hi & have a great weekend.