Kids Say the Darndest Things

Kids Say the Darndest Things is definitely such a true statement!  I have two children of my own 7yr old and 3 yr. old and as my oldest was growing up I always wondered where he came up with some of the stuff he would say.  Well I started writing some of these things down to keep track of this and still to this day love reminding myself what he said and now I have continued the tradition with my daughter.  Here is just a few of my favorites:
When my son was 2.5 he fell and cut his lip, we were on our way to the hospital and I said, "Honey quit talking, it can't stop bleeding"  He responded, "But I love to talk"

Listen to your children sing their favorite song, for the longest time we heard, "Humpty Dumpty sat on Grandpa"

At the ripe age of 6, my son asked, "Do only chickens have nuggets?"

Got to love these sayings.  I recommend everyone write these little things down.  Or even ask them questions that you think may have a funny answer and write those down.  Here at Boston Photography we have "The Darndest Things Sessions".  We recommend these sessions for children between the ages of 3 and 8 dependent upon the maturity level.  Prior to the session we send the parents a list of about 30 questions that they have to ask the child, write their exact answer and send it back to me one week prior to that session.  These are great.  We then design the session around these and make a great keepsake coffee-table book with the questions, answers, and portraits of the child. 

Here are a few questions we ask.  Ask your child and see what they say.

-What is love?
-Why do people hold hands?
-What do you think of your siblings?

Let us know what questions you think we should add to our list of 30 and tell us about the funny or even embarrassing thing your children have said!  Please share your comments.

Giving Back

I think it is so important for everyone to find ways in which they can give back in their community.  Whether this means participating in a fundraising event benefiting your community, monetary donations, teaching a child, or volunteering your time, all are important and very self-rewarding.  Of course we pride ourselves on our work, but equally pride ourselves on "Giving Back".  As the year rounds to a close, we often find ourselves completely busy with life: holidays, family, shopping, events, etc..and may not take the time to think about that cancer survivor that could use a ride to chemotherapy, the dog sitting in the pound, the person with Alzheimer’s who won't be able to remember the holiday season, this list could go on.  We strive to reach out to the community and would love for you to join us during our upcoming "Giving Back" Series.  During this series, you will see Boston Photography photographing a community event as the Official Photographer for the Relay For Life-Fernandina Beach/Yulee Event benefiting the American Cancer Society on November 5th. In addition, we will be teaming with Redbones Dog Bakery and Boutique on November 12th capturing People and their Pets at Redbones to benefit the Nassau Humane Society and we are looking to you to help us choose our next "Giving Back" event in December.  Are you passionate about an event, charity, or group that could benefit from our help?  Our ears are open.  Contact us as we would love to know where you would like us to help next.  I receive so much satisfaction in "Giving Back", whether it is teaching photography at a local private school, taking portraits of Cancer Survivors, or hosting portrait parties or sessions benefiting a charity.  If we choose your "Giving Back" suggestion for December, you will get a FREE Studio Session with us.  Post your suggestion now!  Be sure to further email me with your contact information, so I can easily notify you, if your idea was chosen.

It is FINALLY HERE

We are soooo excited to now have a full-service studio here on Amelia Island!  Previously, we were able to shoot on-location only, i.e. your home, outdoors, wedding, and event.  Although this has worked for us and we are happy to still provide all of those "on-location" services, there are many benefits to having a studio: 

• we can shoot at all times of day, regardless of what the weather, wind, or light is doing outside
• you can see samples that will be displayed to give you many ideas and options
• lighting can always be controlled, you can get softer quality light
• shipping fees can be eliminated since you can come to the studio to pick up your portraits
• you will have lots of different background and prop options, this is sometimes easier to compliment your home
• we have adequate space for families
• less stimulus for children and pets, i.e. it is easier to keep their attention.
• the studio is kid and pet-friendly, there are no cords on the floors...all of our lights are ceiling mounted
• you will not have to wait for the photographer to set up or break down their equipment
• and one of the main reasons my clients love this....is you don't have to clean your house.

We are so excited to be able to do this!!!!  To celebrate we are going to be offering FREE Studio Sessions for a limited time on select days.   To qualify for this you must "Like" our Facebook page and Follow this Blog.  And you will need to get a local friend (w/i 40 miles of the island) to "like" our page and follow our blog.  Have that person post on our facebook wall [www.facebook.com/bostonphotographyfl] "Following Boston Photography  just like [your name]".  Then simply contact us to schedule your FREE consultation and appointment!!!!  All Studio Sessions can take advantage of this offer, i.e. Family, Maternity, Newborn, Children, Family, Senior, Pets and More.  Studio is just off of Citrona on Amelia Island.  Our 1st Free Session Days are September 13th-September 20th!  Tell everyone you know....there is no limit.

It is almost here!!

We are just about ready to roll out a whole new look and lifestyle.