Yesterday, we took the kids to Pumpkin Land. It’s an annual tradition around here – Fall would not be complete without it. Of course, I brought my camera along to record the day. Sharing the pictures with family and using them on photo calendars are just a couple of the many ways we will enjoy them.
Any of you who have been on a photo session with me know that I am always on the move when taking pictures. Anytime I am behind the camera, I’m changing my composition and doing what I can to get THAT shot . . . within limits. In doing what it takes to get the shot I long for, I am always aware of my surroundings, aware (especially at places like Pumpkin Land) of the other moms and dads who are also trying to capture the day. We always tell our brides-and-grooms-to-be up front that we are not the photographers who will do whatever it takes to get THAT shot, because we don’t want to interfere with your guests’ ability to enjoy the day. (Think the photographer who gets on the altar to take the shot over the Priest’s shoulder!) I apply that same philosophy when photographing my own kids.
That got me wondering, wouldn’t it be great if I could have the best of both worlds? Wouldn’t it be great if I could always get THAT shot without breaking the rules or interfering with anyone else? What if when I needed to be a little taller, I could just say “Go go Gadget legs” and instantly get the extra height I needed? What if I could be like Elastigirl from the Incredibles and stretch wherever I needed to get THAT shot? Think about all the possibilities that would open up – both as a photographer AND a mom!
Later today, we plan to take our kids’ annual pictures. While I love my children more than life itself, this is often the day that reminds me why people pay professionals to photograph their children! This is the day when another super power always comes in handy . . . the power to be extremely patient. In the end, it will be worth it. Anything worth doing always is.
What about you? If you could have just one super power, what would it be?
Thanks for letting me ramble on.
Until the next time,
Judianne
