Sarah emailed me a couple weeks back to make plans for me to photograph her three girls as a Father’s Day gift to her husband, Burgess. What’s fun, though, is that she didn’t ask for a portrait session, per se. Instead, she asked me to come into their home and to photograph a day in the life of Charlotte, Grace and Libby. Crafts at the kitchen table, a walk through the neighborhood, jumping on the trampoline, banging on the drums in the garage. The real Carey girls. Let me tell you, they did not disappoint. 
To Sarah- I’m so impressed by you all. You’ve created such a warm environment for your kiddos to grow up in. They’re secure, spirited and full of personality. You’re a wonderful family to be around.
I had a blast with the Careys. So much so, I’m going to start offering a smiliar type of session as an option for those folks out there who prefer a bit more of a candid, real-life approach to their photography. Think of it as fine blending fun photojournalism and fresh portraiture. It will be a 3+ hour session, and it should ideally be split up between some shooting in the morning and evening so that the kiddos don’t get too tired. Like all my sessions, you’ll get all of the final image files so that you can print and share to your heart’s content. Of course, I have a ton of print and album options available for you, too. Price for the session? $795.
So now for the contest. I really need some help with naming this type of session. Can you help? Check out the slideshow below and jot down your suggestions in the comments section. If I end up using the name you suggested, you’ll get 1/2 off the price of this session. Sound like a plan?
Enjoy the slideshow!
June 26th, 2009 at 10:16 am
My type of photos!! It’s a great slideshow…what a sweet family unit!
How about….
Reality Bytes
Day In, Day Out
Familiar Family
Documented Authenticity
Renowned Relations
The Celebrated Family
Familial Unit
June 26th, 2009 at 11:12 am
Nice work. I think this package will be a hit.
June 26th, 2009 at 11:30 am
Ok Shaun, here are some of my thoughts:
– Follow my (our/your) Footsteps
– Tip toe in my tracks
– Biography
– One day/The Best Day
– Life. Uninterupted.
June 27th, 2009 at 1:36 pm
Just my quick insight:
- Life In Slow Motion
- It’s A Beautiful World
- A Walk In Your Shoes
- Candid Camera
- Candid Collection
- Exposure Session
- The Real World
- You & Your World
June 27th, 2009 at 1:54 pm
Life as it happens.
La Vida Buena.
Daily Groove.
June 28th, 2009 at 10:16 am
A day in the life of…
June 29th, 2009 at 12:43 am
Thank you for the kind words! I have forgotten to tell you that a few days after you where here Charlotte announced that she wants to be a photographer! I had to come up with a few ideas for the contest so that I can afford to have you come back and play soon! Hope you like them.
-Blink
-Why is there a man with a camera in the kitchen?
-Our Shoes
-Playdate with a camera
-Don’t Smile
June 30th, 2009 at 2:14 pm
I know you’ve probably picked a winner for this, and I don’t care…I just love the idea of this….
“A day in the life…”
“Routine Life”
“The Extraordinary Mundane”
“Life Captured”
“What it’s all about”
“Life Observed”
“Candid Beauty”
Just my thoughts on the matter….Great photos – once again – Shaun. It’s awesome to see someone I’ve known so long doing so well!
June 30th, 2009 at 2:35 pm
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July 1st, 2009 at 3:48 pm
These are so wholesome and sweet!!! One a great concept and beautiful pictures. I know you will have wonderful feedback with this collection. Good Luck to you..
“Down Home Road Show with a Ring”
“Midwest Beauty Show”
“Eternal Adventures”
“Ring for a Lifetime”
“Ring for Life of Memories”
July 1st, 2009 at 3:54 pm
Sorry for the thought process in the second second sentence in my first submission. Meant to say: One, a great concept; two, beautiful pictures…
Way to go Sarah for hiring this photographer.
“Uninterrupted Passage of Time”
July 6th, 2009 at 5:43 pm
Your photo books should be called, “Ring Tomes”
Session name ideas:
Sentimental Journey
Day Clicker
Forever in a Day
July 6th, 2009 at 5:44 pm
How about:
“How We Roll”
July 21st, 2009 at 4:07 pm
Hey Shaun-
How about “Sessions”?
Simplistic, descriptive
Dee
September 8th, 2010 at 5:56 pm
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