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conversations.value: Provide a description for a book titled The Sandy Puc' Guide to Children's Portrait Photography about div>the, Expressions, Lay with the genre: Arts & Photography, Photography & Video.
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conversations.value: <div>the author is the owner of Expressions by the author, a photography studio and business committed to portraiture, and the co-founder of Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep, a nonprofit organization that provides portraiture services to families whose babies will never leave the hospital. She serves on the board of directors of the Professional Photographers of America and has been awarded the prestigious title of Print Master by Canon USA. She lives in Littleton, Colorado.</div>
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conversations.value: Provide the first four paragraphs for this book.
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conversations.value: The Sandy Puc' Guide to Children's Portrait Photography
  During the session, I make up stories about the enchanting creatures that are a part of the set. My subjects become almost mesmerized as I talk about the bunnies and butterflies and all of the magical things that they do when no one is around. Once they are engaged in the moment, I say thing like, "Say hello to the little bunnies" or "Do you see fishes in the pond?" My subject embraces the fantasy, and soon they are telling me what we should say or do. Children radiate their feelings, and it is always obvious when they are having a good time. Sometimes they almost convince me that magical things really do happen.
  Essentially, shabby chic is an urban look including set elements that are appealingly worn or eclectic. The objective is to create a collection of odd props that, when used together, create an appealing look. Most of the props I use for this style are things I find in antique stores—old chairs with peeling paint, worn-out couches that sag in the middle, window panes, old blankets or fabrics, fun hats, and beads are all used to create this look. The clothing selection can be simple slips or tulle skirts for little girls and denim jeans with no shirts for the boys. I often mix in the modern popular clothing that kids wear with much success as well.
  Like all fads, I am not sure if this will stick around forever, but combined with the more traditional styles, shabby -chic offers my clients one more reason to invest.
  It's extremely important for the photographer to be in control of the session. If you are going to be successful, you must convince both the child and the parent to trust you and your techniques. Start by establishing a good relationship with each. Speaking only to the parent excludes the child, and you won't be able to take fantastic portraits without creating some type of bond with your young subject.
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conversations.value: Seniors come in all shapes and sizes, and with dispositions ranging from superstar to wallflower. Their clothing preferences, skin conditions, and overall attitude towards having their portraits taken can also affect the final outcome. These challenges make senior portrait sessions very unique. You never know what you will get next.
  Even though I will always consider myself young, I don't try to act like I'm still a teenager. The last thing you want to do is try to look or act like these young people. As soon as you think you know exactly what is cool or what is in, they will be onto a new trend and you will be left looking like a goof. So let them set the stage by bringing a range of clothing, accessories, and a selection of their favorite music. Having a place to connect their MP3 player into your sound system is a great idea.
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conversations.value: Their clothing preferences, skin conditions, and overall attitude towards having their portraits taken can also affect the final outcome. These challenges make senior portrait sessions very unique. You never know what you will get next.
  Even though I will always consider myself young, I don't try to act like I'm still a teenager. The last thing you want to do is try to look or act like these young people. As soon as you think you know exactly what is cool or what is in, they will be onto a new trend and you will be left looking like a goof. So let them set the stage by bringing a range of clothing, accessories, and a selection of their favorite music. Having a place to connect their MP3 player into your sound system is a great idea.
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conversations.value: If you look around at your community with an open heart, you will see many opportunities to share your talents and perhaps benefit a charity
  Before I finish, I would like to share one charity that has literally changed my life. On February 10, 2005, I had the awesome privilege of providing the first and final portraits of Maddux Achilles Haggard. At the time, I had no idea how this little boy would not only impact my life.
  A few short months after Maddux passed, his mother, Cheryl Haggard, and I founded Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep. NILMDTS provides portraits to families who have lost or will lose a child. These children are often infants who were never able to leave the hospital. With literally thousands of members around the world, our photographers provide a session and all of the retouched images to these bereaved parents. Our photographers provide these services at no charge to the parents or families they serve. These images are literally the final moments of a child's life, and the beautiful portraits provide a lifetime of comfort and healing for the parents, siblings, and friends of these children.
  From a very humble beginning when two mothers met and shared one of the most heart-wrenching hours you could imagine, the now worldwide non-profit organization has grown to be so much more than either of us could have imagined. We are both humbled and honored that our original question—What if?— became a reality and a blessing to so many parents.
  If you feel that you might be able to provide this much needed service, please visit www.NILMDTS.org for more information.