Wednesday, November 21, 2007

School Pictures

Calvin had his first school photos taken a few weeks ago. You may remember from a recent posting that I had these pictures taken one more while Andrew was in San Diego. The kids ran around the playground and appeared to be filthy by the time it was their turn. I was livid for having to wait so long and the actual picture taking (for my kids) took about 10 seconds. It seemed like the photos from people in front of me went on and on and on.

I wasn't expecting anything great after a 10 second photo shoot but was delightfully surprised by the result. Also, I paid for one package of 1 8x10, 2 5x7. 4 4x6 and 8 wallets. I initially had both kids pose together but then thought that since this was Calvin's school photo I should at least get an individual shot of him. She said that she would put all the pictures online so I could order his individual shot later. Again, I was completely surprised to see TWO packages in Calvin's cubby when I only paid for one. So, I got everything I listed above x2 for $40. I checked the lady's website who did our photos and for a family picture, the sitting fee costs $250. YIKES!

My final surprise was how great these pictures turned out after our 10 second shoot. I couldn't believe it! Maybe she really is worth $250, but it looks like she's only getting $40 out of me!

P.S. This is a picture of the pictures so that's why they look dusty. It's the texture on the photo.

Also, I'm not sure why, but the pictures look a little wide in this shot. Maybe it got stretched on my computer. Calvin's head isn't that wide. :)

4 comments:

Catherine said...

Very cute! I bet the running around helped them be in a better mood for the photographer. Can you think of anything worse than being a kid and having to sit still for photographs outside on a nice day? I'm glad you let them have fun.

claire said...

So cute! You are lucky that they will sit right down and smile.

Afton said...

My niece and nephew are so cute!!!

Amy said...

they are sooo cute!