J. Passon Artistic Portraiture

[ as different as can be ]

Here are a few more pics of my last Ireland session.  These girls are all so gorgeous and as you can see from each of their images, they are as different as can be.  Photographing each of them is so fun (and challenging!)) because I have to talk about different things and find different ways to get great and genuine expressions.  They have sure put up with a lot of ridiculousness from me!  I have a couple of the three of them that I will share too...I just haven't gotten that far with my processing yet.  Check back soon!

[ daddy's girl ]

I wouldn't have it any other way!  This past weekend I realized that I have tons of pictures of our daughter (go figure) but not very many of her and daddy.  They share a special bond, she looks just like him, and has his temperament and personality...it was due time for a special daughter/daddy session.  I'll share more later, but now I have to get finished processing the last of the Ireland sessions!

[ blond trio ]

Just a quick post tonight...I wanted to share these gorgeous blondies!  I will share more of them, as their mom is the wonderful client/friend of mine who helped arrange my Ireland sessions, so graciously let me live with them for a week, and took such great care of me!  For all of that, I figure she deserves an extra special sneak peek...so check back for more of these gorgeous gals!

[ on my toes ]

More from Ireland!  This duo kept me on my toes the whole session.  Brother was ready to go and full of energy from the moment I met him...his little sister took a little longer to warm up, about 10 seconds longer!  I had such a blast with them.  They were so willing to do anything...go barefoot in the freezing muddy grass, listen to my ridiculous jokes and ramblings (which resulted in some wonderful expressions!).  It is hard not to share my favorites, but I am saving those for mom and dad, so enjoy this quick peek for now!

[ great pair ]

It seems that I am in a posting frenzy the past few days, desperately trying to catch up!  This brother and sister were another wonderful family from Ireland.  Every family I met there was so fantastic to work with.  By the time this session was over it felt like we were old friends.  Mom and I had a great time talking, dad was so nice, brother was quite funny and little sister wasn't too sure about what we were doing.  Though she quickly took my hand and went right outside with me when I arrived.  Their neighbor had beautiful gardens that we used for most of the session.  I hope to see them again next year!

[ if this cone could talk ]

This will be a summer of many firsts and I'm happy to report that the first "official" ice cream cone of the summer was a success!  Our last attempt didn't work so well and the poor ice cream cone received maybe one lick.  Not this time though!  Her face and shirt are a perfect example of how delicious this was...then again I'm not sure much of it made it into her mouth!  Then of course we had to hose off which I'm pretty sure she enjoyed more than the ice cream...sometimes I really do wonder if she is part fish!?!?

[ more from Ireland ]

These two adorable sisters were my first session while in Ireland.  You could say that they weren't too sure about me and the camera at first...but I think they warmed up quick enough and had a great time.   Despite the cool temps and rain outside too!  Though, the Irish are used to the weather changing quickly.  I was told several times that there is often 4 seasons in one day.  The crazy and unpredictable weather make the Irish the ideal client...so easy going, easy to work with and willing to do whatever needed rain or shine.  Enjoy this sneak peek...there will be more soon!

[ totally toddler ]

This little guy is from one of my Ireland sessions and he was the epitome of an energetic toddler.  I don't think he sat still for more than 3 seconds the whole session!  This session was a gift for his mom (doesn't she have a wonderful friend!?!?) and they were all a blast to work with.  I really look forward to going back next spring to catch him in action again.  Enjoy!

[ quick share ]

I promised my Ireland clients that I would have a sneak peek by Sunday night...well, I forgot that my "night" was different than their "night" as it is only 5:30pm as I post this and it is already 10:30pm in Ireland!  But I had to honor my word and put just a few up to share the adorable cuties that I photographed!  Check back throughout the week as I will have lots more from each session to share.  Enjoy!

[ Ireland ]

Well I am back...and drowning in pictures!  Most of which feature the adorable children of my new Ireland clients.  I spent a great deal of time either adjusting to the time difference or working, which didn't leave much time for playing.  My last full day we did get out to see a gorgeous place called Powerscourt Estate.  Here is just one quick picture to let you know that I am back and alive.  I have some very anxious clients in Ireland who are patiently waiting for their sneak peek...so I better get back to work!  Check back soon as I have lots to post!