Jennifer Langdon Photography

Beginners Luck..

Shaun — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:30:24 +0000

Hi, Shaun here… and this is the story of my first shoot all by myself.

Last weekend, Jenn had a pregnancy shoot with a friend of ours (Rachel) but about 2-3 hours before she got a migraine. She was really going to have to reschedule but did not know where she was going to fit it in before Rachel’s due date (14th). After seeing her struggle with the idea of shooting with a migraine, I said “well, I could shoot it for you” and Jenn said “Really??, that would be great!? Are you sure?” “Sure” I said and that’s when it hit me… that terror… you know… that adrenaline rush like when you just got pulled over by the cops or when you have that nightmare that you left your kid at home sleeping and went to the grocery store.

You see I have assisted Jenn at weddings and shoots. It is easy to sit back and shoot when your only responsibility is to get a good shot here and there or to make sure the light is working. To be in charge of a session when you have spent more time reading about photography then actually shooting is TERRIFYING!

Once I got the camera in my hand it was sink or swim and (Thankfully) with the help of Sarah (Jenn and Rachel’s best friend), patience from Rachel and Darren, some great natural light and a bit of good luck…. I swam.

Now the only thing left is the pics….

So, I was told that Rachel has only gained 21lbs in her entire pregnancy… I think I gained more than that watching Jenn be pregnant. She is all Belly!

Darren is an excited dad to be.

The one above and the one below are my personal fav’s of Rachel alone. The natural light was perfect peeking just over the top of the barns.

Rachel is very dedicated to yoga and wanted some pics with her performing some poses. For the strobist’s out there.. the natural light died down so I tried bring Rachel out of the background using a bare SB-800 to add some hard light to this striking pose.

Another Yoga pose…used a shoot through umbrella to add some directional light while underexposing the background.

Thanks again to Rachel and Darren letting me shoot your pregnancy session and I hope you enjoy the pics.

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Glowing

Jenn — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:54:03 +0000

That gorgeous mom-to-be glow. She had it written all over her face. It was beautiful. And the first thing she tells me when I arrive at her house is how she doesn’t photograph well. Really? Could’ve fooled me.

We started the session in their home.

We finished up outside at St. Clements Castle in Portland. A great location – and they were married there which makes it even better!

There’s a another baby on the way

Jenn — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 02:21:49 +0000

This couple has the most amazing dog ever! And he is currently the baby of the house. Very soon there will be someone else who will hold that title though. A new little baby boy! I’m sure they will be the best of friends. I know the dog will have enough kisses to go around – he gave me a few while I was there! (My cats are currently very jealous!)

Dear Rain – thank you for coming

Jenn — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 02:03:42 +0000

I know I’ve been preaching on here how much I LOVE the fall leaves and weather – and that’s all true and good. And deep down when I arrived at this family’s house in Bethel, I was dissapointed that it was pouring out. I envisioned this family playing and jumping in the leaves under the big tree in the backyard. I wanted to see all the orange and red trees lining the background of the pics. But I lost sight of what I REALLY came to photograph. It wasn’t the fall colors and scenery. It was the little snuggles and loud giggles of this little girl – trees or no trees – it didn’t make a difference the season. Yup, this worked out just fine. Thank you rain for coming today.

Aaliyah

Jenn — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 03:06:00 +0000

I love these fall sessions! The leaves look so beautiful now and I’m going to be sad to see the fall colors go. I’m glad I got to capture some of the last of the fall leaves at Hubbard Park with this cute family! Aaliyah is as cute as a button – and she has the shirt to prove it!

Look at those teeth!

Thumb suckers are the cutest!

The view at Hubbard Park is great – you can see Castle Craig from here

One thing is for sure, this little girl is LOVED!

A Dance Party

Jenn — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 03:15:46 +0000

We had a gorgeous day for pics at the Barns at Wesleyan Hills. The sun peeked through the clouds giving just the right amount of light on these two little ones. They explored the area all around the barns and I kept snapping away as they ran by me. It’s sooo not as much fun to sit as it is to get up and go! Or in their case, dance. One of their favorite things to do!

Hello Curls!!

Too Cool for School

Jenn — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 01:55:13 +0000

These kids are naturals! Seriously ready for a Gap Kids ad. We went out for pics and they got right into it. Halfway through the session they were telling ME where to take the pics! I have to say….I was impressed. The proof is in the pudding….

What’s a boy to do when he has twin sisters?

I love the payback!

I was really excited to head over to Eli Canon’s to wrap up the session

Southford Falls

Jenn — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:36:33 +0000

We ALMOST had to reschedule this session for the second time – but mother nature cooperated with us! The rain held off but it was COLD! I met this family at Southford Falls. It was my first visit there and it was such a beautiful park! There was a really cool covered bridge and the girls loved running back and forth on it. I’m so glad we were able to get together – even though our noses were cold!

A Chocolate lab named Pete

Jenn — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 14:39:17 +0000

This session wasn’t ONLY about Pete (although he did steal the show for a bit!) It was about the new little boy growing inside his mommy, it was about the love that his mommy and daddy share and their anticipation to meet him!! Although it seems like an eternity, they only have another month to wait!

Look at the tongue….pure cuteness

I love this…

And this…

And this! Kelly is an adorable mom-to-be!

A day at the park

Jenn — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 02:01:31 +0000

I had a great time photographing this family at Hubbard Park. It’s been getting a little chilly around here lately….but they were good sports so we were able to be outside and enjoy some of the foliage. Their little one is about 5 months old – and he’s the center of their world! (with very good reason might I add!) See below and you’ll get the idea…

Look at him…I could just eat him up! And that sweater is the cutest!