PROPS -- Paint those Jars!

Whelp, mason jars are making a come-back!

I'm borderline infatuated with them right now... the idea of porch sittin out on a summer day, sippin lemonade or sweet tea out of a mason jar just makes it sound all the more refreshing.. and more...southern!

Painting them and sticking flowers out of them has caught my eye recently as well.. centerpieces for wedding receptions...decor for summer parties... so fun!

They can also pop some needed color into some outdoor Spring or Easter pictures.

(Kellen also helped me paint the jars. Kids love when they can 'help').

Some amazing big ol fresh cut flowers would really stand out in this little setting here, and so would some elaborate blooms purchased at Hobby Lobs, but for this little session I opted to pick these fancy yellow wild flowers(weeds) off the side of the road on the way there.

:)  

       Fun props like this can be intriguing for the little tykes as well. Have them 'check it out' and stand back and snap away. Don't be afraid to try your props on different days or at different times based on the sun placement and 'mood' of your kiddo.

I also try not to miss out on great shots in a session, even if it is no where near the props or has nothing to do with what I've set out to get pictures of for the day.. Kids are on the go and not likely to stay stationery while your out shooting... Kellen wasn't all too interested in being still on this particular day so I just got down on his level and started snapping while he moved around and socialized.

...and of course these two were more interested in pointing out non existent airplanes they were hearing through the trees... sigh. KIDZ

    Fun use of colors and fun snapshots to scrapbook...

Happy Spring!