Ideas to Encourage Creative Play for Toddlers (and young school age children)
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If you are interested in an at home photo session of your family to record the place you congregate, celebrate a home that you are about to move out of or a new home that you have just moved into, I would love to help you out with this adventure. Check out the gallery below to get an idea of the range of photos we can provide in a single session.
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I’ve heard people over the years give several reasons for not having professional family photos taken. But a true professional photographer will be able to help you handle the stress and look amazing, dispelling any concerns that you have about getting your family in photos together. These are the top reasons that clients have given for not wanting to get in front of the lens and why I think you can get great photos of your family even if you have all of these fears!
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Can my kids handle a photo shoot? Yes! The answer is yes, I think so =) You may be thinking, my kids are crazy sometimes, there is no way they will sit still for photos. Having spent the last 15 years working with patients at Seattle Children’s Hospital, I have found some surefire ways to connect with your kiddos so that they can get comfortable with me and let their personality shine through in their photos.
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At Eickhoff Photography, we love photographing families on location in Seattle. Have you ever seen what a full family session gallery looks like? We aim to achieve a variety of looks and backgrounds that fit the feel you’d like for your family photos.
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You love the idea of having photos of your family taken in the space where they spend a large portion of their time. But, you feel like your house is a total disaster and the photos will never be as beautiful as you’d like them to be. If you are thinking about getting lifestyle family photos taken but you’re worried about the messiness of your house…you shouldn’t… YOUR HOUSE DOES NOT HAVE TO BE PERFECT!!
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Are you curious what a newborn session gallery might look like? Selecting a few rooms allows us to create different styles of photos with different poses and backgrounds. If we are fortunate enough to get a dry day in Seattle instead of our standard grey rainy skies, we can also pop out into your yard for a few photos to add variety or capture the amazing fall colors from your favorite tree.
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Are you an avid hiker? Do you love being in the mountains? Do you love the smell of the evergreens and the feeling of sunshine on your skin? And every time my son was fussy and upset, or even now when my kids are cranky, all I need to do is get them out the door and into the fresh air and sunshine and their mood changes. Here are some of my favorite places to get the feel of the mountains close to home.
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Mini sessions in the studio are super efficient because we do not have to walk anywhere in order to change the view, we can simply turn around and use a different set up. We can get a great amount of variety of shots in a very short period of time.
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We have recently discovered a beautiful studio in north Seattle and I am so excited to offer this studio option for my families. The studio is available year round and is perfect for milestone photos, cake smash photos, winter family photos, if you missed the fall leaves, and branding/headshots. I will also plan to host select mini session days at the studio to make photographing you and your family as quick and painless as possible ;).
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Have you ever heard your friend say, “oh I don’t want to get photos taken yet, I still have 10 pounds to lose since my last baby was born and I just really don’t like the way I look”? Have you ever said this? I get it…I’m not sure if I said it out loud after I had my daughter, but I sure thought it. I encourage you to ignore this voice and get in the photo anyway.
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Black and white images are usually some of my absolute favorite images from a shoot. I love the simplicity of a clean, crisp black and white photo and the ease with which it can up the impact of emotion in an interaction. Here is why I always provide some black and white images to my clients.
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One of my favorite ways to wrap up a photo session is with some fun silhouettes. I usually save these for last because, if the sky cooperates, we can get some awesome sunset colors. Plus, if your kids are near their limit for photo taking, we don't have to worry about goofy faces and it's a good way to work out any extra wiggles before getting back in the car. Here are some ideas to help you create the best shapes as you get ready to twirl, jump, and play while we capture some classic silhouettes for your wall!
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Here is a short list of easy ways to make your photoshoot look and (more importantly) feel natural. Bonus tip: if you're not sure when to smile, the answer is, whenever you feel like you want to! =)
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As much as you may hate being in front of the camera, here are the best reasons to put on your nice shirt and smile with your favorite people.
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Life with a new baby can be exciting, overwhelming, and exhausting. Choosing to hire a newborn photographer is a wonderful way to capture a fleeting time in your family’s life. Here are a few of the distinct benefits of staying in for photos.
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Do you find yourself asking, should I have maternity photos taken? Let me help make this decision easy for you...You should definitely have maternity photos taken! To convince you further, here are my top 5 reasons why.
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Have you ever had professional photos taken of your family? If so, then you know how precious it is to see the faces of your favorite people all together in one photo. If not, then you're missing out on something truly special. Here's why I think you should consider having professional family photos taken every year.
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Ultimately, choosing a location depends on the look and feel you want for your photos. Here are some things to consider when we're selecting your photoshoot location.
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You just had a baby, Yay! This is an exciting time full of new experiences with your new little love. Childbirth is beautiful and bringing a human into the world is an incredible experience. But let's be honest, this is also a challenging time as you recover and transition from the 3rd trimester to the 4th trimester. Mama, you should feel strong, beautiful, and empowered. So, here are some tips to help you feel your best for your newborn photoshoot.
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