Jon and Elsie live on a farm with animals roaming around every corner. I arrived early to scout out their property, and almost all the kids joined me. While we walked they told me about their lives, their animals, and quite a few knock knock jokes. When we started the shoot, their oldest son grabbed a chicken and placed it under his arm. (Elsie had told me beforehand that he might be holding a chicken the whole time. She was right!) A few rabbits popped up as we walked to the spot I had chosen and their dog Bruno joined us for a few photos. This shoot really shows who they are: fun, animal-loving, country people, with some pretty crazy ideas! I love it!!!
I have to say I have never had this much fun at a photoshoot before!
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He is a funny little guy:)
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Those eyes...
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Jon's pride and joy...
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The chicken he couldn't put down...
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Jon had a crazy idea of recreating this American Gothic painting, and it worked if I do say so myself!
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Happy Thursday!
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