Engagement Pictures - in a Casino?

I flew out to Omaha two weeks ago to shoot an engagement session for Andy & Janna. They both love to play poker, so we came up with the idea to incorporate a casino into their session. It was definitely a unique session for all three of us.

Andy hates (and I really mean it) to have his picture taken. I thought the poor guy was reliving some traumatizing portrait session from his youth at first. So, using my well-honed mothering skills, I tried to make him feel comfortable. And when that didn't work, I did what any good mom would do - I bribed him with a big, fat lollipop! There's nothing like positive association to make the little kid come out and play.

Thanks to both of you for a memorable trip. Andy - I hope you were finally able to get your buffet dinner that you were craving:)

**HERE'S THE SLIDESHOW**