Ory - 1 year portrait session

Ory came to see me for his one year session.  Now, just some background...his mom is a photographer too, so yeah - no pressure :)  Ory came with his mom, dad, aunt and grandma.  Obviously, he had quite the audience.  Again, no pressure.  Now, to be completely honest, when the "whole" family comes for a session I usually get nervous.  Many not so great things can happen.  #1 - everyone (on all different sides of the room of course) call out the little subject's name and the poor kid gets distracted and looks any/every where but at the camera.  haha  #2 - after about 20 minutes, the "extras" start to get bored and want to know when we'll be done.  again, haha  #3 - everyone has a different opinion on outfits, backgrounds, props, etc.  hehe  It's not always the best case scenario.  Now, back to Ory's session.  Yes, it appeared he had quite the audience.  What I soon discovered was that they were, in fact, the entertainment!  Mom, dad, aunt and grandma (all so obediently standing directly behind me) were pure entertainment.  It was almost rehearsed :)  Songs, dance, books, toys...who knows what else went on behind me, but bottom line...it worked - like a charm!  I'm still waiting to hear back as to whether they're for hire :)  It was quite obvious that Ory had quite the fan club and rightfully so.  What a sweet little boy.  Take a look at his adorable facial expressions and his awesome outfits!  Loved his hat and tie!  Thank you ALL for taking the time to come out and help with Ory's one year session.  It was an absolute pleasure.