Thursday, August 14, 2008

the making of the perfect picture


Hosted by Cecily and MamaGeek


About a month ago I bought the girls matching blue sweatshirts with a beach portrait in mind. Something causal, yet Christmas Card worthy. We found a night this week when both girls were in good moods and headed down to the beach just before sunset to take advantage of the beautiful golden light.

Unfortunately, dark clouds rolled in making for weird light and Claire refused sit with her sister and smile. Two year olds can be so frustrating. Just as I was about to give up, I remembered this tip, and tried having the girls look at each other instead. I did not get my perfect "Christmas Card" shot, but I did capture some sister love instead.






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  1. A Crafty MomAugust 14, 2008 at 9:59 PM

    Super cute, I love those shots. The blue in the sweatshirts is so crisp, it's beautiful.

    "Two year olds can be so frustrating."

    A-freaking-men. I am right there with ya on that one. Will it ever end? The screaming is getting to me lately. Big time.

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  2. ChrisAugust 14, 2008 at 10:58 PM

    Sisters. When they aren't killing each other, they sure are dang cute! As for two year olds: it's not an eternal phase, it just feels like it.

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  3. ChrisAugust 14, 2008 at 11:09 PM

    The second picture is great! I think that's a wonderful Christmas picture. It's so genuine

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  4. Cecily RAugust 14, 2008 at 11:12 PM

    I think that first shot would make a PERFECT Christmas card. Seriously. I LOVE LOVE it!

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  5. AnonymousAugust 14, 2008 at 11:15 PM

    Aw, those are great.

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  6. Kelli @ writing the wavesAugust 14, 2008 at 11:52 PM

    Those are awesome. I'll have try that with my kids. I love the way they look at each other...most of the time. :)

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  7. LindsayAugust 15, 2008 at 2:03 AM

    Adorable! And I hear you about trying to get 2 year olds to look at you, and smile at the same time. Mine are in the cheesy smile stage...ugh. Awesome pics - that's a great way to remember the moment.

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  8. Alex @ I'm the MomAugust 15, 2008 at 8:57 AM

    Fantastic pictures!! They are such beautiful little girls.

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  9. Upward Falling AutumnAugust 15, 2008 at 10:12 AM

    So cute! I still think they'd make cute cards :)

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  10. Krystyn @ Really, Are You Serious?August 15, 2008 at 10:13 AM

    Aww...how sweet and adorable! They love each other so much!

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  11. AnonymousAugust 15, 2008 at 10:34 AM

    awww i love this! VERY sweet. Sisters are the BEST!

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  12. LindsayAugust 15, 2008 at 11:01 AM

    Hey - I checked out your project 365 - may I ask what you shoot with? Those pics are awesome, such wonderful, beautiful memories!

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  13. amandaAugust 15, 2008 at 11:27 AM

    oh friend. i just love the sister love.

    beautiful.

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  14. Carrie and Troy KeiserAugust 15, 2008 at 11:45 AM

    I'm not so sure you didn't capture the perfect picture! Very cute.

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  15. PdyrholmAugust 15, 2008 at 12:29 PM

    It sounds sooo easy when thinking it up.
    Head to the beach with two loving sisters, a setting sun and the calm water in the background....

    But yeah I know for one that it can be really difficult to get it to work out.
    Despite everything you got some great photos :-)

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  16. Izzy, Emmy 'N AlexanderAugust 15, 2008 at 2:12 PM

    I love the pics! They look so happy and innocent!

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  17. KatAugust 15, 2008 at 3:31 PM

    Thank goodness you didn't give up! That is just precious!

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  18. AnonymousAugust 15, 2008 at 3:34 PM

    Oh they are SO darn sweet, it brings tears to my eyes!

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  19. RobynAugust 15, 2008 at 4:44 PM

    Those are great. 2 year olds definitely have their own agenda.

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  20. Beth CotellAugust 15, 2008 at 5:42 PM

    Looks like you've been to Cuffy's!

    Sorry you didn't get your Christmas card shot but it's still a very cute shot!

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  21. Corey~living and lovingAugust 15, 2008 at 6:11 PM

    sweet shots. :) the beach has been difficult for me this year as well. argh....I'm dying for a pretty sunset.

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  22. ShannonAugust 15, 2008 at 6:12 PM

    Totally fabulous photos of your girls. I have twin 2 year olds so I know how illusive that Christmas photo can be. SOmetimes the candids are even better though!

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  23. tiarastantrumsAugust 15, 2008 at 7:36 PM

    awww -so cute & loving!!

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  24. ChristyAugust 15, 2008 at 9:20 PM

    They are incredibly adorable! So cute!

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  25. RyanneAugust 15, 2008 at 10:24 PM

    Those are very cute picture. They look more candid, and sometimes they are better than the "perfectly" posed shots. Very nice indeed.

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  26. JenEverAfterAugust 15, 2008 at 10:46 PM

    That is so sweet! I hope mine gets a sister some day...

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  27. SusanAugust 15, 2008 at 10:53 PM

    Adorable! I think those would be great Christmas card shots. I tend to like the photojournalistic type shots better than more posed shots anyway.

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  28. AmyAugust 15, 2008 at 11:16 PM

    These are great shots - emotionally perfect!

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  29. IreneAugust 16, 2008 at 8:26 AM

    How sweet!!! I definitely much prefer shots like this than the typical "Christmas card" shot. I love seeing the love and joy between siblings versus just their "smile". So much more real!

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  30. Rach (Mommy Learns to Blog)August 16, 2008 at 11:41 PM

    I just love the one of Abby tickling Claire's cheek. It's perfect!

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  31. AnonymousAugust 17, 2008 at 11:57 AM

    wow!!!! those are amazing pics!! lovin those moments.

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  32. AnonymousAugust 17, 2008 at 11:57 AM

    wow!!!! those are amazing pics!! lovin those moments.

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  33. MamaGeek @ Works For UsAugust 17, 2008 at 9:27 PM

    Oh yeah, you definitely got your card shot. I love the candid-ness of these. SO BEAUTIFUL and classic.

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  34. UnknownAugust 19, 2008 at 2:03 PM

    I think these would be great for a card. They're REAL after all! : )

    Such cute girls...

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  35. Anti-SupermomAugust 19, 2008 at 10:23 PM

    I think it's a great Christmas card. What I mean is, it's a great photo used or not.

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