TAG ALONG SESSION WITH JESSICA KETTLE

Jessica Kettle, a talented photographer in Northern Utah, invited me along on a day-long photo shoot yesterday. It was actually a bunch of mini shoots, but she needed some help throughout the day. In return I learned A LOT and took some beautiful pictures!
We spent the morning at some fun, urban locations in Salt Lake and the afternoon was spent at Wheeler Farm for a more country chic location.
She gave me some awesome tips and pointers about in-camera and post-production techniques.
Here are a few of my favorites from yesterday!
Thanks Jessica, you rock!

Here's just a little taste...

OK, so I LOVE these kids. I am so happy that in every picture each of their little personalities shown through. That's why I do photography!
I have to say though, photographing five kids under the age of four is not easy! Especially when one of them has mastered the art of escape! :)

Notice the beautiful, blue-eyed blond standing up? He's planning his next escape. I love it.

I gave them a little buggy to push around to direct the focus of the shot a little and I love the way it turned out.

Can you say, kissing cousins?

Amber, I know you've been anxious to see these!

I love this natural interaction. And what a cool place to hang out with the fam! This is the closest place to the French Quarters in New Orleans that we have in Utah. I love it and I'm so happy they were up for such a fun, urban/vintage shoot.


I love this picture of the three brothers. They were so excited. So much energy!

There are plenty more where these came from!

The cutest little redhead!

Jen, I had so much fun. He has so much personality, I can't stand it!
Happy Birthday to both of you!

My little niece is insanely beautiful!

These are her 6-month pictures. She looks so miniature crawling around!

Here's a little sneak-peak Melissa...

I had a blast with this family. And if you didn't notice, they're gorgeous! I love the way these turned out, so I had to post (just a few) of my favorites.

So, this is my first attempt at sun flare while in manual. I usually use AP, which is what my photography teacher instructed, but I like how much more control I have in manual. I was actually surprised. It was a lot easier than I thought it would be.