Sunsets at The Beach Photography for Big Families
Crafting from an idea
Some people would say “Great captures!” In fact many of my clients have said as much. “Our photos turned out amazing! You captured us perfectly!" Of course I like to be complimented for my family photography in Kauai. Thing is "capture" is a lovely word for on-the-fly-photography—candid photography. While some segments of my extended family photo session will involve candid photos where you’d do your own thing, I take pride in be able to orchestrate my photoshoots using film director’s techniques. I like to plant ideas rather than tell things like, “do it like this!” Rarely will you hear from me, "big smile now!” and “Everybody say cheese!” But I might suggest, “Be like a mime artist! You need to get around an invisible wall on tip-toes, and the ground is getting scorchingly hot!" This stupid idea is likely to emote off-the-cuff body language, genuine giggles and who knows what else. And I’m ready for it with my trigger-ready camera finger, up to 20 photos per second, snagging those fun emblazoned moments onto my memory card—even that's got the right name! You might ask, is this the way other Kauai family photographers do this? Well, I suggest you look at my portfolio and theirs and decide for yourself. Or I’ll save you the time. No! By the way, I have also directed feature films! “You’re on stage, opening dance number, wide open arms for the audience!” I’ve actually used that one a bunch of times. I always get great stuff, way better than your typical family pose, standing side by side, shoulder to shoulder.
