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October 25, 2010

Brock Turns 5

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My time as a high school teacher taught me how to instantly connect with teens and make them feel comfortable in front of the camera. I love photographing high school seniors all over the Greater Des Moines Metro and Midwest (yes, I’m willing to travel). 

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This little guy was an adorable ring bearer for the hottest wedding I’ve ever shot. (And by hottest, I mean it was about 95degrees with 95% humidity-the most disgusting part of living in Iowa by far…) It was so hot that, despite drinking skads of water, I was overcome by heat stroke and had to go home after the outdoor ceremony. Dan covered the remainder of the reception like a champ while I was lying on a bed with 2 fans and a cold washcloth…
ANYWAY. Despite my brief encounter with the bride/groom and their families, the bride’s sister, Allison, wanted some outdoors-y shots of their soon-to-be 5 year old while the weather was still nice out. (And by nice, I mean fall colors changing, 75degree weather and basically no humidity in comparison-a great part of living in Iowa by far…) Our October session fell on an abnormally warm day and I greeted Allison with a hug and said, “Why do I always see you when it’s unusually hot out?” We had a good laugh and proceeded to document her adorable son, Brock. Who has eyes to die for.

This next shot is really neat because, not only am I NOT in the reflection in his glasses, Dad is. A son is always a reflection in some way of his father.
 Allison & Josh, I wish you all the best in your pregnancy with Baby #2! If he or she is anything like Brock, you guys are in for a treat and a blessing.  But you already knew that. 😉

Looking forward to future sessions as your family grows!
Carrie

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