Dalton Tedford Sr. Pictures at His Spot on Lake Overholser
Yesterday’s photo shoot with Dalton Tedford was a perfect catch up session. Shannon, Dalton’s mom and my life long friend , joined us. Shannon and I along with Robin Kohn were pregnant together. Dalton is Shannon’s second child. Our kids were babies together. We have kept in close touch but being a working mom takes a lot of time. Before you know it Dalton is an adult and I had a lot of catching up to do.
We planned to meet at Dalton’s favorite fishing spot on Lake Overholser. Yesterday afternoon around 5:30 things just came together for a great photography experience. The day was perfect the temperature, wind, sunlight. Working with a great kid and a beautiful spot I’ve never seen on Lake O. I’m not saying where it is because I don’t want Dalton’s serenity disturbed.
Besides being naturally photogenic Dalton enjoys fishing and duck hunting. I had no idea. I learned about duck hunting while shooting and getting some damn good light. Shannon requested a few dress up shots out in the sticks and mud. That made no sense whatsoever to Dalton. Once we got her shots Dalton settled in and we had a fun shoot.
Photography has kept me a bit busier the past couple months. Sr. pictures are my favorite photos to shoot. Kids are so fun, especially if their parents aren’t around. Mom’s can really get on their kid’s nerves. Always coaching from the bench. LOL They don’t understand how hard it is for us to not mother them. It’s what we do! Dad’s hate pictures worse than kids so they stay far away unless bribed, coerced or threatened. It is a rare man who likes to have family pictures taken.
Folks, I understand. I’ve only had one photo shoot done of myself and I was uncomfortable at first. Then we finished the bottle of champagne. It was a prop. I’m at home behind the camera. My goal for my client is to help them feel comfortable in front of it. I’ve had great success, my clients like that I captured the “real person.”
Thanks guys this was awesome. I’ll have your disc ready soon. If you like my work please tell someone. If you use my work please tag or credit me. That helps me build business and street cred.
There is no other person in this world besides Susan that could have made Dalton comfortable during this photo shoot!! The pics are fabulous and we’re so grateful for your talent!!