Organized Chaos
I was working on a design prompt with "Organized Chaos" as its theme and completely lost myself in the creative process. It was such a pleasure to dive deep into the project and explore all the possibilities. It truly felt like a magical state of flow, where time seemed to disappear and creativity just took over.
The sketch I ended up with features elements coming together and spinning apart, creating a dynamic sense of spiraling both inward and outward. It includes a leaf open to the sun, a shape that resembles a henna paisley. Interestingly, while drawing, I found myself wondering if a particular element was a pea pod or perhaps represented the phases of the moon; it was fascinating to see how many different forms this core concept could take as I developed the sketch.
There's also a bird at the center, which I envisioned as the hub of a turning "wheel of life." I also ended up including a snail in the design, as I was considering all the small creatures that often captivate young children. I hope you find the concept as engaging as I did while creating it.
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When Sharon arrived, she decided to add a few beautiful elements to her design: a moon, sun, and stars. I thought these new additions would fit best on her hand, as she held it over her belly. This placement created a lovely visual, making it seem as though the celestial elements were in the sky above the rambling nature scene on her belly.
This particular mama had to drive quite a long way to see me, and she brought a friend with her to the session. I truly love seeing women supporting each other through all their life stages; it's always inspiring to witness such connections. It's a beautiful reminder of the strength and comfort that comes from female friendships and the importance of having a strong support system.
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Sharon returned a few days later, when her henna was at its peak color, and brought her family with her. I absolutely loved meeting her adorable little boy. He was full of energy, running circles around the studio and even out in the backyard—it was a joy to witness his playful spirit.
Having spent most of my adult life as a nanny and mom, I truly adore this age group. Their sense of wonder, silliness, and willingness to give kisses always melts my heart.
I particularly love capturing images like the one where the soon-to-be big brother is standing tall to reach up and kiss the belly. There's something incredibly sweet and heartwarming about that interaction. It's truly a special moment to capture, even if the mama has to bend her knees a bit to allow it, given how tiny and cute the little man was. These are the kinds of authentic and tender family moments I always strive to capture.
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