Being the 80's kid that I am and a die-hard brat pack fan, I can't help but think of Sixteen Candles and Samantha loves Jake Ryan. :)
I've never met this guy, but I've known his mom for awhile. She wanted me to take some casual senior photos some time ago, but we're just now getting them done. Thank goodness for warm, beautiful Sundays. And wouldn't you know, this session helped me remember how much I like working with teenagers. The world is their oyster, and that youthful excitement about the future can be totally infectious.
Ok, so Jake came by himself and met me in downtown JC. I love shooting here, by the way. Wonderful textures and contrasts. Anyway, having never met this kid, he talked without any awkwardness, and he entertained my ideas without question. We walked quite a bit and it was a little chilly, but he never complained or showed any reluctancy at all. As we talked, I learned how ambitious he is. While he might not be 100% sure of his future career, he is ready to move on to the next phase of his life, and that entails moving away from home. From what he tells me, his mother isn't too excited about the move, but I'm sure she is being supportive of her son's dreams.
While snapping away, I noticed how much Jake looks like his dad and acts like his mom. This kid has a great smile even though he doesn't show it much, and he didn't need any direction from me at all. He's a total pro! He is independent, confident, quiet, fun, and charismatic...you know, like Jake Ryan. :) Good name, mom and dad! It totally fits.
For now, help me extend congratulations to this young man for almost completing his final year of high school. Enjoy these last few months, Jake!
I've never met this guy, but I've known his mom for awhile. She wanted me to take some casual senior photos some time ago, but we're just now getting them done. Thank goodness for warm, beautiful Sundays. And wouldn't you know, this session helped me remember how much I like working with teenagers. The world is their oyster, and that youthful excitement about the future can be totally infectious.
Ok, so Jake came by himself and met me in downtown JC. I love shooting here, by the way. Wonderful textures and contrasts. Anyway, having never met this kid, he talked without any awkwardness, and he entertained my ideas without question. We walked quite a bit and it was a little chilly, but he never complained or showed any reluctancy at all. As we talked, I learned how ambitious he is. While he might not be 100% sure of his future career, he is ready to move on to the next phase of his life, and that entails moving away from home. From what he tells me, his mother isn't too excited about the move, but I'm sure she is being supportive of her son's dreams.
While snapping away, I noticed how much Jake looks like his dad and acts like his mom. This kid has a great smile even though he doesn't show it much, and he didn't need any direction from me at all. He's a total pro! He is independent, confident, quiet, fun, and charismatic...you know, like Jake Ryan. :) Good name, mom and dad! It totally fits.
For now, help me extend congratulations to this young man for almost completing his final year of high school. Enjoy these last few months, Jake!
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