Brothers + Bulldozers | MHP Louisville, KY Family Photographer

Daniel looks down and tangles his chubby little fingers in big brother Logan's hair. Just one of the little menacing actions of a little brother testing his boundaries with his older, wiser cohort.

1. How did you feel before the photo shoot? Did you have any concerns?
I thought that taking both dogs would end miserably.

2. Great coordinating clothing choices, how did you decide?
My wife had my outfit on the bed when I got off work.

3. What makes your family giggle the most?
The boys playing with each other. Logan will get Daniel laughing and then start cracking himself up. 

4. What were your hopes for the session?
To get at least one picture where both boys actually look at the camera and smile at the same time.
 

5. Based on the few images you've seen so far, do you think we accomplished goals?
Absolutely, I'm very happy with what I've seen. 

 6. What were you thinking during the session?
Mostly hoping that the dogs weren't destroying the car. 

7. What did you talk about in the car as you left the shoot?
The police helicopter

8. Is there anything you would have done (or had Michelle do) differently? Justin, what are your suggestions for making the dads feel more comfortable?
Not that I can think of. Maybe ask dad up front if there's anything in particular they want to shot?

9. What advice would you give other moms (and dads) before their family photo shoot?
Relax and enjoy it. 

10. What was your favorite part of the photo shoot? Be sure to ask Dad too :)
The tractor, Logan was super excited to take pictures with it.

I swear we were in a public park, but as the police helicopter circled the second time, we decided that we either weren't supposed to be there or there was someone else that was not supposed to be there. Either way, we didn't wait to find out. Love these little boys and their parents so much. Hope everyone gets into at least half as much mischief as these two. 

XOXO,
Mich

P.S. They are Haas' for sure. That heavy equipment just draws in the Haas boys like moths to a flame.

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Next to the River + Between two Trees [family] | Louisville, KY Family Photographer

The tree to the right marks the spot, where mom and dad tied the knot.

::swoon::

I always love to shoot a session in a spot that means something to my clients. These photos will serve as memory keepers, reminding you of amazing moments with your beautiful family members - all captured in time. And what better way to remember your wedding spot and your kiddos at this exact age.

When Brooke asked me to come out and take a look at her parent's home on the river where they wed in 2008, I was giddy.

Then I sat in an hour of traffic for our city's bridge-expansion-in-every-direction-plan :).

But it was all so worth it.

This adorable family is sitting in the spot where all of Brooke and Nathan's wedding guests sat a few years back, watching them tie the knot - between two trees - just to the right of the camera.

Secret time: Keegan must be a great secret keeper.

I was so thrilled with how these photos turned out and people are always so concern about their kiddos cooperating, I wanted to give you guys a little behind the shoot 411. So here goes, straight from Brooke and Nathan's mouths.

Big brother Keegan is so great with Grant and Harper.

1. How did you feel before the photo shoot? Did you have any concerns?

I'm always excited about having family pictures done but nervous about how well the kids will behave!

2. Did you prepare for the shoot? If so, how? We tried to talk to the kids, particularly the younger two, about cooperating during the session! (It does not always work)

3. Did the kids undergo any smile/giggle practicing?
No smile or giggle practicing! They know how to do that pretty well!

4. What makes your family giggle the most?

Unfortunately the kids think talking about toots are the funniest...

Growing up with an older brother and cousin that was like a brother, I know how little Harper feels, and she is not letting anything past them :). Adorable in her dress and boots and still beating the boys.

5. Was any member of the family bribed?

No bribes this time because they do not usually work...

6. What were your hopes for the session?

I just wanted to get some good pictures of everyone!

 How gorgeous is this scenery?AND right in the back yard ?!?

 7. Based on the few images you've seen, do you think we accomplished goals?

The images I have seen have surpassed my expectations!

 

8. What were you thinking during the session?

I thought you might go running for the hills screaming and I might follow behind you! Haha

 

 9. Is there anything you would have done (or had Michelle do) differently?

Weather was perfect and photographer was perfect :)

Some of those sweet candid moments are the most valuable, seeing your family in their element, playing match :)

10. What advice would you give other dads before their family photo shoot?

The pictures are not as important to me as they are to her so I just wear what I am told and try to get it done as smoothly as possible.

 

This has to be one of the sweetest photos I have ever made.

Jack [6 weeks] | louisville, ky children's portrait photographer

Jack and Patrick were such little studs. Take a look at these handsome guys. And those eye lashes...swoon.

XOXO,
mich