The delightful grin your child has on Christmas morning. The giggles that follow a tickle fight. Those genuine smiles of happiness and silliness are what we endeavor to capture in your child’s portrait at Portraits by Steven. However, beautiful portrait photography does not always need a smiling face; especially if the smile seems fake or unnatural. 

In an effort to create the timeless portrait your family desires, we encourage parents not to advise their children to smile during the photography session and to avoid bringing multiple individuals. Well-meaning instructions from family members become a barrier during the session and additional guests often create distractions. Although your intentions are sincere, the results of your portrait may not be as you envision. Instead, Steven asks that you simply let the child know how much fun he or she will have and how excited you are about the session.

 Additionally, the use of treats such as candy or food during a session is strongly discouraged and does little to achieve the child’s desire expression for your portrait. Rather, it often results in sticky situations.

Whether it’s a mischievous grin, a shy smile or a playful pout, Steven employs his vast knowledge of photography and years of experience to bring out the best in every child during his or her portrait. He has a heart for working with children and infants, and his exceptional gift enables him to capture each child’s unique personality beautifully on film. With Santa Portraits just around the corner and Steven behind the camera, the Portraits by Steven photography studio is expected to be filled with an abundance of giggles and grins this holiday season. 

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