Birthday Boy | Chicago Baby Photographer

I had seen little Grant only three months ago when he was 9 months old, and then he had a full head of dark brown hair!  I was shocked when I saw how different he looked now at one year.  This family’s lives had been in upheaval, having moved into their new house only one week prior to our session.  Lucky for me, one room still was unfurnished, making it very easy for me to set up.  He was very curious of my camera and lights.  This first image is my very favorite.

With a one year old, you just never know what their mood will be.  Grant showed me it all – smiles, cries, and screams.  He was a bit overstimulated and wanted his mommy near by, but we were still able to get plenty of beautiful shots.

As we progressed in the session, Grant was starting to get more upset, and we had a hard time getting him settled.  Want to know the trick for the below?  Daddy came home from work and laid on the ground, playing with Grant, which made him happy, as you can see.  Check out all these faces he gave me.

And what would a first year session be without cake??  By this time, he was DONE with having his pictures taken. LOL  But his big brother and sister (and dad) were quite happy to eat the messy leftovers.