San Francisco Bay Area Family Photographer | Life Stories: The Story of our Weekends

There’s not much better than vacation, but now that school is in full swing, we have to cram our entertainment into our weekends.  Admittedly, some weekends are spent just chillin’ in the house, but not this last weekend.  This past weekend was a busy one for the kids.

Our daughter has gotten very interested in tennis.  She was excited to try out her new tennis skirt.  :)

Tennis is serious business.

The dude isn’t really into tennis, though.  As you can see, he’s sporting his bike helmet.  Not because we’re afraid he’ll get whacked by a rogue tennis ball, but because, for the most part, he was ridin’.

And she was playing and practicing.

She worked up a sweat.  Can you see the beads on her cute nose?

Daddy needed a turn on the bike.

And then the little guy contemplated how on earth he was gonna get up those stairs.

That was Saturday.

Then Sunday rolled around, and I somehow got conned into taking them to the park on a hot day at noon.

Glad I did.  We had fun.

Biking was a serious adventure that day.

At least my daughter could manage a giggle.

Maybe we should try the swings to see if we can get the little guy to lighten up….

I’m not sure it’s possible for my kids to be unhappy on swings.

Poor guy.  He looks so miserable….

Time to leave the park, and gosh, they gave me quite a gift at the end of our park adventure.  I’ll show you in a bit.  But first, I’ll show you the reward I got them for being so nice to their mama.

Cold Stone Creamery.

And because my car was dirty, and my kids love the car wash….

And why did they get ice cream?  This is why.  Look at this.  I haven’t gotten a picture of the two of them smiling AND looking at the camera AND holding each other in a long while.

So there you have it.  Our weekend.  This Life Story was the last of the series.  We started last October and have made it full circle.  In case you don’t know what this Life Stories thing is about, I’ve been participating in a blog circle with other amazing photographers from around the globe for the past year.  Every month, we share images about our own family.  It’s a chance to be sure we’re taking the time to capture our own moments. I have LOVED this year.  Loved it.  I have learned how to capture my family doing what we do without forcing them to pose for me.  I have practiced shooting in less than ideal portrait lighting.  All the pictures shared in this Life Story were shot from around noon to 2pm.  Not the best light, as most photographers prefer to shoot in either morning or evening light, but still, it feels good to know I can shoot in it and still create images that I love.

I’m not sure I’m going to continue this project.  I want to.  We’ll see if I can find the time….  Do you think I should?

Next up, from down under, is Liat Biderovsky of Lee Bird Photography! Click on her link and see her amazing Life Story and follow the links at the end of each post to make your way full circle.  You’re in for a treat!

You can follow me on Facebook where I’m usually better at posting pictures.  Thanks so much for looking!

 

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25 Comments:

  1. amy lenhart
    September 28, 2012
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    laura laura laura… beautiful work.. i love your perspective!! love them all!!!!!

  2. Danielle Frank
    September 28, 2012
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    I LOVE this whole post. Your weekend looks incredible – you have such a lovely way of capturing FUN! And I think those kids deserved their ice cream – BEAUTIFUL shot. That’s going on the wall. Right? RIGHT?

  3. Nicole Ridella
    September 28, 2012
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    Your weekend looks like it was so much fun! These are beautiful!

  4. amy
    September 28, 2012
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    I think you should only ever use your wide angle. You rock it, and they are always my favorites!!!!!!

  5. Amber
    September 28, 2012
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    Oh Laura. I always look forward to your posts. I feel SO connected to your subjects as I scroll through and read. You have a gift. You don’t just take a picture, you capture a memory and share the beauty of that memory with your lucky readers.

  6. Jen
    September 28, 2012
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    I always love your posts. They are so full of life, energy, and emotion. It looks like all of you had a wonderful weekend together.

  7. Liat Biderovsky
    September 29, 2012
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    Ohhhh I super duper, big, squishy HEART these. Like seriously LOOOVE!!! You have the ability to capture the beauty in everything. Man I love your work! And that last photo – SWOON!!! That needs to be framed. BIG!

  8. Jessica Deane
    September 29, 2012
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    I love love love love love these. Those moody skies. be still my heart. gorgeous!

  9. Kathleen Weibel
    September 29, 2012
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    I love how you see the world. You just capture the scene so amazingly and it is clear your children think your are amazing. They are always so happy.

  10. Kel Ward
    September 29, 2012
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    I am trying to ignore the fact that I am mad jealous of your skills and just enjoy the photos. These are incurable and girl, you are such a good story teller! Wow. AWE.SOME.

  11. Niki
    September 30, 2012
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    Laura, I don’t know why I have not paid you a ticket to fly over your entire clan just to make you shoot my family. I adore your kids, your pictures and crazy love your skills. You are an amazing photographer and inspiration to all of us. I might even undust my wide angle lens … :)

    LOVE YOU!

  12. Audrey
    September 30, 2012
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    I love your post, looks like you guys had so much fun over your weekend! Please keep up with the life stories, I love love LOVE your work lady!

  13. Anne Kerr
    September 30, 2012
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    I almost cried about the sweat on her nose:^) And don’t even get me started on your beautiful skin tones and squeaky clean&gorgeous edits. Love love Lauramo!

  14. Summer Murdock
    September 30, 2012
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    Laura, these are SO amazing. I often just leave my camera home for mid day outside photos but you have inspired me to change that…love these.

  15. Carrie
    September 30, 2012
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    I keep scrolling and I keep being rewarded with amazing art! I love seeing your images and your beautiful family x

  16. Azure
    September 30, 2012
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    YES YOU SHOULD continue! I love so much how you capture your life with your hubby and kids. I love the joy and experiences… You have us hooked. Do NOT stop! <3

  17. Lina
    October 01, 2012
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    Those are amazing, love those story telling images. Don’t stop doing that, your kids will thank you one day!

  18. sally
    October 01, 2012
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    Love it. Love your kids. Love the story. LOVE the images. Love the love. You rock.

  19. Michaela
    October 01, 2012
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    Absolutley adore your life stories! I love how you really capture the spirit of the day. :)

  20. Reena
    October 01, 2012
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    I love it! I am a new ‘fan’ so haven’t seen all of your Life Story posts, but if they are anything like this, then YES! continue!

    and that ice cream treat was totally worth it for that image.

  21. Taryn Boyd
    October 01, 2012
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    I always forgot how damn good you are until I see these life stories! Ridiculous. No one ever made a tennis game and trip to the park look so glamorous. Great reminder that you don’t always have to have the “prefect” location for a photo shoot!
    p.s. your daughter keeps getting more beautiful with age. You’re in trouble!

  22. Fran Barker
    October 01, 2012
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    Please keep doing these stories! Your images are amazing!! ALWAYS!!!

  23. Michelle
    October 02, 2012
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    I absolutely love seeing your personal work. You are such an inspiration. I hope you continue your Life Story series.

  24. Beth
    October 11, 2012
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    Your kids look very blessed to have you guys as parents. Lots of love, fun, and laughter!


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