So, a week and two days before Mothers Day I got a call from a guy who wanted to have pictures of his daughters to give to his wife for Mothers Day. I was already booked for that week, but decided to squeeze them in. I told him I wouldn’t have fit him in if he wasn’t a dad. But the fact that he was thinking even a week ahead, trying to do something nice for his wife… I’m a softie. I squeezed them in on my next day off, and managed to get them proofed late Saturday night so he could show her the images on Sunday morning.
A sweet moment…
She had the best faces! I love this age (under1), where they interact, but aren’t really acting for the camera… Still genuine…
This age (2) is a little different. They are a bit more wary and either get cheesy or avoidant. So to get a real, genuine expression is a treat. Even if it’s not a smile! 
Of course, once dads get involved, the smiles become genuine and unavoidable!
I love this shot… it’s happy.
We happened upon this chalk art, just begging to be photographed!
We couldn’t leave Fozzie out! This shot makes me smile.
I loved all the different expressions, so I had to put them all in one place!
This was fun. I’m glad I could help surprise a mom with something I would love to get!
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These are soooo awesome, Shannon! I bet the mom was thrilled!
i love that this dad did this! i would’ve fit him in too. i so wish my hubby did something like this. that would just make my day! my year! he would be off the hook til next mother’s day! as always, beautiful work! love the one with the dog and chalk art.
shannon -
just popped on here and read a few posts from the last month - love your voice, you have this incredible gift for clarity in communicating with others through images and words. frankly, i’m smitten with you…and i think san jose is so crazy lucky to have you! warmly, -melanie-
Shannon,
Beautiful pictures. What a cute dad to think of such a cute idea. I almost teared up!
Amazing talent!