I've been spending my time photographing in a few different schools. I started photographing schools last year. My first reaction to the request was, "NO way, School pictures are not my style!" But instead of just hanging up the phone with my nose in the air, I asked the school director, " Have you seen my work?" The reply was, "Yes, we love your work." I thought this was a good start so I then asked, "Well, are you asking me to shoot in my style or to set up a back drop in a dark room?" The answer was pleasing so I accepted the job. My initial thought was that I would suffer thru "picture day" then make tons of good contacts with parents. To my surprise I had a great time!
Working with the kids was challenging and entertaining.
The Challenge: Photograph each child in a natural setting, with a natural expression (preferably happy), and all in 2 minutes or less.
The Entertainment: You wouldn't believe the personalities! From photogenic hams, nervous nellies, to out right refusers. Some required simple poking, others required a conversation.
Needless to say, I was exhausted, but satisfied at the end of "picture day". It was tons of fun working with these little people and an honor to provide parents with pictures they love.
