Good grief. What does it take to get just one professional quality photograph with a toddler? Thanks to digital photography and a talented friend, we've discovered that it may take up to 27,000 crappy shots to get a decent one. Our first official family photograph session has come to pass.
Things I've learned:
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Don't schedule a photo session at the child's bedtime.
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Do check the tide schedule if you plan to walk along the beach for your photos.
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Don't wear pants that make your ass look huge. You want your precious child to be the focal point of the photo, not your tightly clad ba-dow of a booty.
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Do have infinite appreciation for your friend who is hooking you up for a fee that is way less than she's worth.
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Don't expect your candid shots to look the same way that candid shots look in magazines. It is tough to look nonchalant on purpose.
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Do laugh at yourself and your ridiculous quest for the perfect picture.
