I photographed the Flamino family at a park in Scottsdale, Arizona.  The afternoon was full of fun and energy and snacks and running and more running.  Getting either of the kids to sit was a rare occasion, so when they did, I took advantage of the moment.

 This was my favorite image from the afternoon and not because of the composition or the light… I just know that’s the moment that matters to me as a father.

 She has such beautiful curly hair.  She was so much fun to photograph.

 The afternoon ended with fun on the swings.

Focusing on a swinging child is impossible because by the time you get focus, they are on their way out of it.  Instead of trying to get the camera to follow them automatically, I simply set a focus distance and waited until the child entered into my area of focus.

 Children’s Portraits by Jared Platt, Platt Photography

Slideshow Music by Nancy Falkow, courtesy of Triple Scoop Music

Location: Park in Scottsdale, Arizona