on how to dress for a portrait.

today we're going to talk about how to dress for a meaningful portrait.

I have the most fun when I'm presented with a challenge

and I help my clients discover what's really meaningful for them.

then I can tell that story with the setting of the portrait

and the clothing. Carol and Ty came to me because they were celebrating 25 years

of marriage

and Ty was becoming a Deacon. They wanted me

to capture the love they share for each other.

I suggested the Franciscan monastery

because it's a beautiful property with lots of architecture

and nature. It was the perfect place to show their lifestyle

always being on the move, their life's work and the love they share.

Their clothing choices reflect the professional people that they are.

Her outfit is from her travels around the globe

and the shaw repeat the flowers on the walkway

and her skirt suggests

movement. This image says it all.

Rhea wanted to celebrate her family but she didn't work traditional portrait

looking at the camera. So this mother-daughter portrait was captured

of them walking along the pathway and having fun

at the Cathedral where her daughter goes to school.

The colors are bright and full of

springtime and also at the same time captures the spirit of their relationship.

You can see how they adore this girl. Many of us have special relationships

with our pets.

and we want to capture the memories of their time with us.

This portrait is full of symbolism. Notice the wintery background,

golden color of the dog, the pose

and the special connection between them. Sometimes the story

comes out slowly. Andrea told me about

the special connection that she has the for

the Far East and the bond with her and her daughter share.

This little girl is a the sixth generation

Oman princess. You can see as the story unfolds

in sweet and intimate ways, all those same

connections. This last one was a lot of fun because the girls brought the clothing

they wanted to bring. I didn't restrict them in any way. I just helped them coordinate

a little bit.

They wanted to capture their friendship from high school

and they wanted to with fun and spontaneous images.

I think this one really shows their friendship and fun.

There are many ways to tell story and I really favor

the subtle que's within the image. I enjoy helping my clients discover what's really important and

meaningful for them.

And then create memories that are lasting. Thanks we'll see you next time