Vernon Hills, IL - First Birthday Cake Smash with Alina Renert Photography

August 28, 2014  •  Leave a Comment

"Because I have a brother, I ALWAYS have a friend" - Unknown

 

I had started talking to Julia about this session back in June and I was super excited to work with boys and two brothers! It seems like everyone is always having girls so I loved the idea of working with some handsome men! 

I had been told upfront that Ben, the older brother didn't like having his picture taken so I figured it would be a challenge. Turned out quite differently, Ben didn't mind at all! Much like any child he needed to be a little engaged and ''entertained'' and it's a good thing I have a great assistant for these moments! As Ben sat there eagerly listening to the animals that are in zoo's I was able to capture some candid's of him. The two loved the little tepee tent. Sam found it super amusing to keep flipping the cover over himself in turn playing "peek-a-boo" with me. They loved the little red wagon, Ben being the great big brother and pulling Sam around. 

We had discussed including Ben in the cake smash...but we didn't realize that Ben would have WAY more fun with the cake than Sam. Both parents jumped in for a few frames and even joined in on the smashing fun, but we can't forget the family dog!! Who also joined in on seamed to have really enjoyed his 5 minutes of freedom. 

Overall a wonderful family and such a fun session!! 

Chicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert PhotographyChicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert Photography

Alina Renert Photography Cake Smash 

Chicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert PhotographyChicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert Photography

Alina Renert Photography Cake Smash 

Chicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert PhotographyChicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert Photography

Alina Renert Photography Cake Smash 

Chicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert PhotographyChicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert Photography

Alina Renert Photography Cake Smash 

Chicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert PhotographyChicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert Photography

Alina Renert Photography Cake Smash 

Chicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert PhotographyChicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert Photography

Alina Renert Photography Cake Smash 

Chicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert PhotographyChicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert Photography

Alina Renert Photography Cake Smash 

Chicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert PhotographyChicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert Photography

Alina Renert Photography Cake Smash 

Chicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert PhotographyChicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert Photography

Alina Renert Photography Cake Smash 

Chicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert PhotographyChicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert Photography

Alina Renert Photography Cake Smash 

Chicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert PhotographyChicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert Photography

Alina Renert Photography Cake Smash 

Chicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert PhotographyChicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert Photography

Alina Renert Photography Cake Smash 

Chicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert PhotographyChicago, IL Photographer - Alina Renert Photography

Alina Renert Photography Cake Smash 


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