When she first contacted me, I had my mind made up that I would not be taking clients here.  I had my reasons and they were sound BUT…there are just so many beautiful people, untold stories and amazing places to see here that I could not NOT photograph them.  It had been a bit of time since sent her initial inquiry so when I wrote her back to let her know I changed my mind, it was the thrill of thrills that she still wanted lil ol me to photograph her beautiful family!

Being my first family in my area and my first family in a LONG time, I was SO nervous.  It’s been a week and I STILL feel the butterflies!  Of course, photography is a part of my everyday life but this family I had only ever spoken with online and I didn’t know anything about them, so showing up to the park felt a little bit like I might be murdered or tricked on a hidden camera show.  Good news…I am still alive and if there were hidden cameras…I am sure I made a fool of myself with these precious kids!

Fall in South Korea is gorgeous but these little munchkins just brought it all to life!  We ran, we played hide-n-seek and we ran some more!  Who says photography isn’t a good work out?!

Could they be ANY cuter?!

Not only was I not stolen or embarrassed on television, but I REALLY enjoyed these amazing people.  Mama was so graceful and kind, Dad was such a good sport with all my silly requests and we just had good ol fun playing with the kids all over the park!  These are the kind of clients I love.  You know the kind, right?!  The ones you really want to hang out and be friends with even after the session is over!

My favorite part?  They pulled out a very special set of Hanbok (traditional Korean dress), that were given to their kids as a gift, for the last moments of our fading fall light.  These beautiful outfits were too amazing not to show off and I think little miss was feeling pretty special in her dress!  I also LOVE how big brother made sure to hold her hand and lead her around, so protective yet loving!

So very thankful for this family and the time we shared!  The giggles, the games of tag and the amazing outfit choices (go Mama!) made this first session in Seoul one I will never forget!  Plus, I am really looking forward to our follow up Octonauts and Paw Patrol playdate extraordinaire!  😉

Thank you for your mad google search skills, for your flattering messages and for trusting me with your family session!  I am so honored to have the time with you and so thankful to have met you!  And thanks for not laughing at my terrible Korean pronunciations!