She almost doesn’t look cold

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I’ve taken so many photos of kiddies this fall, that it was really fun to take photos of an adult recently. This is my friend and work buddy Chelle, who is one of those people you are always glad to have around.  Chelle is helpful, thoughtful, kind and upbeat—and now I can add “extremely patient” to that list!

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We were outside taking photos of boats, the temperature was a very unseasonable 29-ish degrees, the wind was whipping off the water and yet she let me muddle around with backlighting and sidelighting and didn’t even shiver on camera while I took advantage of the gorgeous late-day light and her beautiful smile.

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I can’t choose my favorite for Best Shot Monday, so I’ll let you decide. For more beautiful smiles, go to Best Shot Monday at Tracey’s.

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Anna Sawin

Anna Sawin is a Connecticut-based portrait, wedding, and editorial photographer. She lives in the shoreline town of Stonington with her family and has discovered the perfect cupcake. Just ask, she is willing to share her secret.

17 Comments

  1. itsallabouthallie on December 1, 2008 at 9:43 am

    I LOVE THEM ALL!!

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  2. Jen on December 1, 2008 at 11:27 am

    How could you pick? They are all great.

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  3. Chelle on December 1, 2008 at 11:34 am

    I don’t really like being in front of the camera; however you make it such a joy. And I know that you will always make it look amazing,too… so thanks!

    NOTE: I’m seeing an awesome Christmas photo for my family with the one by the Chapel! Love it.

    You are so kind to share your gifts and knowledge with others. You are the best, really! See you tomorrow…

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  4. Sara on December 1, 2008 at 11:52 am

    You capture Chelle’s warmth and personality perfectly. Wonderful photo’s!

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  5. Molly on December 1, 2008 at 12:25 pm

    Aww she looks so pretty!

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  6. Shannon on December 1, 2008 at 12:38 pm

    I like number 4 best – with the light shining behind her. I always like to see little sunbursts caught on film.

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  7. Maya on December 1, 2008 at 3:03 pm

    I love the sunflare shot! Gorgeous!

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  8. Kim on December 1, 2008 at 3:34 pm

    Fun photo shoot!

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  9. Christina on December 1, 2008 at 4:05 pm

    You and she certainly make a great team. This whole series is awesome!

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  10. JenBun on December 1, 2008 at 4:18 pm

    Gorgeous pics!

    I like the second-to-last one the best.

    If I ever get married, can I come out there just to have you take pics for me?!? 😀

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  11. killlashandra on December 1, 2008 at 4:43 pm

    Well you’re right she doesn’t look cold, and her smile is perfect. Regardless of the weather those shots turned out great. 🙂

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  12. carrievoris on December 1, 2008 at 5:06 pm

    the last one, for sure! i think she is a good sport, and beautiful to boot!

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  13. JC on December 1, 2008 at 6:27 pm

    I’ll take the last shot.

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  14. megan on December 1, 2008 at 9:26 pm

    what a trooper! hope she loves the shots, too.

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  15. libound on December 2, 2008 at 12:27 pm

    Gorgeous, as is Theo. People who love you smile at you this beautifully Anna . . .

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  16. Maggie on December 4, 2008 at 1:19 am

    These are gorgeous – no wonder you couldn’t pick just one!

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  17. Mike on December 4, 2008 at 1:38 am

    I’m obviously late to the party….I’m going with one of the last two! Great stuff.

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