As a mother of three, I understand how fast children change and grow. Documenting these moments that pass us by before we know they're gone is important to me. I try to capture life as it happens through my camera lens. Whether it be photographing new life that has just been born, children at play, couples in love, family time, I try to make you as comfortable and at ease as possible. You will never hear from me "say cheese" or "look at the camera". My philosophy is to stand back and let life happen, and photograph life's moments as you remember them. It's important to me to get a good feel for the portraits you want to have hanging on your walls, and in albums for years to come.
We can discuss good location sites, indoors or outdoors, or even in your home where kids sometimes are the most comfortable.
Photography is a passion of mine and life is not flawless, life is messy and real. It's okay for your little one to come with a lollipop stained mouth and his favorite tattered dinosaur tee. I attempt to create fun shoots and although you may feel a little silly, that's okay. Silly is good, silly is real. I do a combination of posed and candid shots, although the posed ones are me just placing you somewhere, stepping back, and waiting for life to happen.
Children especially need to feel at ease, so expect the first 10-20 minutes or so to be me getting to know your kids and making them feel as if I'm their favorite auntie.
Please feel free to call or email me regarding any questions.
310.402.3919 or amharju@gmail.com