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these four. i love it when natural personalities come out in a session. we practiced prom poses, senior photo poses. we played with my chickens, we traipsed through elbow high grass and were nearly eaten alive by mosquitoes.
but it was so worth it.
their fifth sibling is in the military over seas, so we were only able to get these four together.
laughter. so much laughter.
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…Dedicate oneself to fulfill the duties of everyday with exactitude and to study and work with all our strength. St. Peter Damien…
We have recently joined a homeschooling co-op at a local Parish, and Joey’s family is a member. His family is wonderful and inspiring. The kids are polite, responsible, kind, respectful….I could go on and on. They are one of those families that you want your kids to be like. They have done an outstanding job with their kids. I wish they were writing a manual.
Joey is a senior and lives on a farm with the most amazing barns. The first time we met them, my kids were introduced to pigs, chickens, cats, and turkeys. This instantly elevated them to hero status in my son’s eyes. I was really excited for this session as I enjoy new locations. I love trying to capture a person’s personality through photos. I even told him I wouldn’t hold the Ohio State T-shirt against him.
He is a running back. University of Toledo bound and hopeful future engineer. Just after meeting him, you can tell how hardworking and considerate he is.
Joey, thanks for an evening and good luck!
Here is a peak at his senior session: 
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I had the opportunity to photograph a two seniors, twins. It was chilly day and the sun was permanently gone for the afternoon. We were just wrapping up and heading to our second location, and added in a mini sibling session. They made it so fun. The laughter. The inside sibling jokes. Quoting movie lines. One hundred percent joy. They made my job really easy. Their aunt and uncle specifically requested the red outfits. We shot for a bit and then headed to downtown Dundee. As we were walking down the steps across from the Old Mill Museum, Sebastian said, “lets do the Nae Nae.” I haven’t laughed that hard in a while. Their faces say it all. Thanks, you two.
Here are a few favorites.
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“the beauty in a woman is seen in hear eyes…the doorway to her heart….walk with the knowledge that you are never alone…” Audrey Hepburn.
Autumn, you are stunning, kind, and bring joy to those around you.
This Britton-Deerfield 2016 senior has a smile and laughing eyes that light up a room. Her laugh is infectious. I asked her what she wanted to be. An oral surgeon. She is accepted into her choice, University of Detroit-Mercy’s Dentistry program. You will do amazing.
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Mr. Sebastian. I feel like anyone who wears a bow tie deserves that title. He told me that he didn’t really smile much. I called his bluff. A future physical therapist. This Class of 2016 Britton-Deerfield senior has quite the future in front of him.
It was very very cold out. He never complained once, even while carrying my bag. A gentleman. A musician. A card shark. Bow ties. The newsboy hat. His accessories were fantastic. He brought his ukulele and played some Adele on the piano. These photos share just a glimpse of his personality.
Thank you, Sebastian.
Here are some favorites!
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Bright. Kind. Energetic. I would use those words to describe this Dewitt High School senior. She drove down to my backyard for her senior photo shoot. A warm and sunny afternoon made for a wonderful evening with fantastic light. I can remember the stress of being a senior, and everyone wanting to know where you were going to college, what your major will be, what job you expect to have for the next 100 years…..So.Much.Pressure. So, we we chatted about other things. We had fun. She was a natural.
She plays the guitar and sings. She had a gig earlier that afternoon.That purple bow?
“It is my signature. Music is a gift. I always want to remember that.”
This is her last year in color guard. She brought along her flags for some photos. She did a brief performance and my son instantly elevated her to hero status. Rumor has it, she gave a fantastic performance as Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz. Her parents came along and I wanted to grab a few with all three of them. Right after, she asked if she could take one with her dad. Absolutely! They have a really beautiful and special relationship. She and her mom might be best friends. They are so proud of this lady (as they should be!) and it shows. She requested a hop up on his back for a picture…his response….
“just like old times..right, V?” I might have teared up.
Here you go Miss V. You have the world by the tail.
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