A Day in the Life of Little Man…Documentary Style
I am making a turn in my photography business. For months now, I have been wanting to tell stories with my images instead of just posing the children or families in a unnatural setting that they would normally not do in their everyday lives. Years from now, we will want to see how lives were shaped by their environment and such. Storytelling images lends a eye at the REAL moments in a family and how they are perceiving and reacting with one another.
Moving to Texas the demographics are very different here, many more young families populate Texas than they do in Florida. This makes a perfect time for me to head in this new direction and fulfill a huge desire of my heart!!
So with all that said, who better to start with than Little Man right?!
When Little Man walks into Grammie’s door, first thing he says, “I want to play Noah’s Ark Grammie!”
His parents then always have to correct him and say, “We give Grammie and Papa a kiss and hug first!”
Then a big smile breaks out by him and hugs and kisses pursue.
Off he goes to retrieve Noah’s Ark….
As he starts to rebuild Noah’s Ark layer by layer, finding all the missing animals and putting them in their spot…he has to remind me EVERY TIME, “Grammie, the frog is all gone!” Yes, Little Man we lost him. Can you see him pointing to the other frog as he is telling me his story?
The next routine he has,he deserts Noah’s Ark after building and rebuilding it a couple of times. He then runs off to the next adventure…leaving Grammie to pick it up. Smile.
He brings out all the Play Doh jars. We make all kinds of cookies, cakes, snowmen etc. But the newest thing he has added to his routine, is building a very tall tower with the jars. He is two years old but already knows to keep an eye on the bottom foundation already! Daddy being an engineer might help a little in his makeup on this matter. Smile.
Little Man standing and eating on Grammie’s couch…yes, he knows he is not to be doing this! The reason for the big smile…mis·chie·vous! The definition of mischievous (of a person, animal, or their behavior) causing or showing a fondness for causing trouble in a playful way.Yes, that is our Little Man.
Starting to get tired and ending the day with playing peek a boo with Grammie.
I hope you enjoyed the new perspective of Storytelling Photography, with a dash of film processing.
We know how much more enjoyment we will receive for having these images to remind us of our yesteryear with this precious child.
Laurie
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Pride in Photos 
I came for a second look. I love this one! You too, I know 🙂
I love this new style of story telling and little man is so precious bless him 🙂
Photographs like this are exactly what we are expected to take as kindergarten teachers. I love looking at them as they tell the story of their play and learning.
Laurie, what a delight Little Man must be for you both. I’m just starting to get interested in photographing people more. You do it so well.
Blessings ~ Wendy ❀
Aww, it’s hard being a kid Laurie. Playing can be stressful. 😉 Great pics of the little man.
He looks so wholesome Laurie 🙂 Such a lovely Little Man .
Love the way you’ve put this post together !
Thank you Poppy!!
He is such a precious little one. You did a wonderful job with the pictures…just wonderful!
I love Little Man’s Story!he is so cute and will one day be a very handsome man! I’m so glad he doesn’t mind you taking his photograph! Hugz Lisa and Bear
Wonderful captures Laurie,… your LM and his always curious and happy doings fit well in storytelling photography!
LIttle man looks like he is having the time of his life.
What a boy to gladden your heart, Laurie. I especially love that last shot.
Good luck with the new direction. I don’t think you’ll need it- you’re on a winner 🙂
Peek-boo is priceless … love the idea of storytelling. Go for it!!!
Thanks Frank!
He has a lot of fun. Adorable shots.
So fun to see a day’s adventure with your little man. Great idea for the picture story. 🙂
very cool, you are the “Renaissance woman photographer” 🙂 Love. Wanda
The documentary style is a great way to freeze real moments in time for later use. Lovely pictures, as always!
Laurie, these are just wonderful! I love the storytelling and that you chose a monochromatic palette. And, he is just adorable. Definitely pictures you will cherish for a lifetime. I think you will do great with your new endeavor in your photography business.
Such fun photos, and love the B&W, too!
Your photos are always lovely, Laurie, and I love the conversational style of your posts.
This adds yet another great element.
Love the idea to post the story telling pictures. It is always better than static portraits. Although both photography styles are interesting.
I can imagine your feeling to watch and participate in Little Man games. This summer because of circumstances we have three our grandchildren in our house (10,6,and 4). What a wonderful time and life with them!
Very genius Laurie! And I can’t ever get mine to pose for photos anyway, so most are everyday action shots! Where did you get the Noah’s Ark? What a great toy!
Jenna
Tuesday Morning is where I found Noah’s Ark. Great great toy.
Great story telling Laurie!
I love the peek a boo shot
Story telling images are a wonderful idea. And I love Little Man’s play doh stacking!
He is such a cutie and I can see you enjoy every minute with him Laurie. 😀
Love your story photo. A very nice idea and way to share a deeper, “You”. 🙂
I think you are perfectly suited to telling wonderful stories in images of little people like Little Man. You’re sure to be a success!
Your grandson is just so handsome, bright, and fun! Loved this one. We have a Noah’s Ark set that comes out right away when our grand kids arrive too. Good stuff!
My preferred method of photo taking! Capturing them in action. And there is nothing better than photographing kids and toddlers. They are unselfconscious. Is that a word? 🙂
These images are terrific to fill a portfolio to show perspective clients. Well done.
He is so precious, Laurie, and what a wonderful way to share a story.
A fun way to share a story! 🙂
These are great; Shooting from the child’s perspective. I look forward to seeing more.
Oh, yes. He is fun and he is also having fun too!!
How sweet is this! I love using pictures to tell a story – you’re natural at it!
Great way to capture those precious moments that will all too soon be a wonderful memory!
Oh such sweetness, Little Man is a vision of a happy childhood!!
I also love the storytelling aspect. I think it’s a good direction to go. Love his mischievous smile and the peak-a-boo. Great pictures and lasting memories!
Fantastic shots! I love this! 🙂
These are terrific Laurie. I love this direction.
Very cute mom!!
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Enjoyed the story along with the photos. I am happy to hear you are doing Photography work. You really have done a great job with all
the photos
Amy
Hermoso niño! Felicidades. ❤
Your Little Man looks like a lot of fun, and I love his mischievous smile. 🙂 Great captures, Laurie. 🙂
Great pictures, Laurie. He is so adorable.
Beautiful photos, as always and I think the idea of storytelling photos is a winner.
Thank you so much for sharing your precious “a day in the life of little man”. It does bring wonderful memories…
Beautiful post, Laurie 🙂
Yes, I’ve always loved your photography and am now loving the stories behind them! Congratulations!