Photography Snob

I am a photography snob. I don’t like studio pictures. I don’t like props. I don’t like the “put your hand on his shoulder and tilt your head” poses. I don’t like the photo collages they try to con you into buying. And I definitely don’t like the cheesy backgrounds. I would much rather get quality, nice pictures done once a year, versus going to a cheap-o picture place every couple of months.

That being said, Saturday morning started bright and early with some family pictures. My parents won this photo session at a charity silent auction, so at least the money went to a good cause. And yes, these were studio pictures. The “studio” was a tiny, cramped and hot 9x9 bedroom at the photographer’s house. They husband and wife team took our lead and only did the poses that I suggested. The only pictures that were taken were when A was looking (and smiling) directly at the camera. If you have ever tried to photograph a 7 mo old, then you know that they are constantly on the move. And it was HOT. I mean, dripping in sweat hot. Plus, they wanted us to pose in front of a grey and blue marble-esq background. Gag me. (I had her switch it over to a solid white background)

We have to go back in 2 weeks to look at the pictures. At the photographers house. Um...… How will I be able to criticize the pictures when the photographer is in the same room with us? Hopefully we got a couple of good shots. Cross your fingers.

What I really want to do is hire Lauren Larsen Photography. I found out about her from a friend and I am in love with her stuff. I have already told Mr. that we are going to hire her for family pictures this spring.