Archive for Family

Creating Dramatic Shots with the Fisheye Lens

Posted in Creating Dramatic Shots with tags , , , , on July 27, 2012 by benlarrabee

To capture the drama of these two shots Ben used his 15 mm fisheye lens. By pointing the camera at the top edge of the retaining wall and the window molding he created a straight line axis in both images. In the hands of an artist this lens can bring a unique perspective and a dramatic effect.

Fisheye Lens

Nantucket

Montana

Montana

TIP: Ben gets all his equipment from B&H Photo. Great service, good prices and they’ve got everything.

Here’s the link for his Canon EF 15mm f/2.8 Fisheye lens.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/12069-USA/Canon_2535A003_Fisheye_EF_15mm_f_2_8.html

Letting Go of Expectations

Posted in Ben's Vision with tags , , , on June 25, 2012 by benlarrabee

My approach is based on letting go of expectations and assumptions about how people should look or behave on a shoot so I can be open to what’s happening.

Ben Larrabee Photography

Flying

I don’t try to control the situation. It’s important to let things happen. I want my subjects to act naturally and unselfconsciously, expressing their spirit and love for one another. I don’t want people to step out of their world or way of being. This is why we come to the client’s home; it’s their nest, their world, where they are the most comfortable.

Ben Larrabee Photography

Couple

No Rules About What to Wear

Posted in Ben's Vision with tags , , , , on April 27, 2012 by benlarrabee

Forget any rule you ever heard about what to wear on a Larrabee photo shoot. I tell my clients my only rule is to wear what you like and what makes you feel comfortable.

Rough Housing

This is especially important for moms to consider when deciding what their kids should wear. Clothes allow children to express their personality. Everyone will be more relaxed and have more fun if they like what they’re wearing. Patterns, stripes, solids or graphics – anything goes.

A Larrabee portrait session is really not at all about being photographed; it’s about experiencing the freedom to be yourself with those you love the most.

On Fence

Our Clients Show Their Fine Art Larrabee Portraits

Posted in Uncategorized with tags , , , , on January 23, 2012 by benlarrabee

We suggest to our clients that they hang their Larrabee family portraits in places where they can see them often because they serve as reminders of what is beautiful and honest and enduring in their lives. These images can lift your mood, make you happy. They are healing images.

Below we share some examples of  how our clients show their fine art Larrabees in their homes.

Consider adding significant works of art to your home. We think some of your art should be about you.

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Entry Foyer  &  Alcove to Dining Room

Larrabee, Portrait Photographer, Entry Foyer, Layout, Installation, Black & White Photography

Entry Foyer

Larrabee, Portrait Photographer, Alcove to Dining Room, Layout, Installation, Black & White Photography

Alcove to Dining Room

Wilton, CT

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Grand Circular Staircase & Upstairs Hallway

Larrabee, Portrait Photographer, Grand Circular Staircase, Layout, Installation, Black & White Photography

Grand Circular Staircase

Larrabee, Portrait Photographer, Hallway, Layout, Installation, Black & White Photography

Upstairs Hallway

Greenwich, CT

A floor to ceiling wall installation of family portraits turns an upstairs hallway into a gallery.

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Family Room

Larrabee, Portrait Photographer, Family Room, Layout, Installation, Black & White Photography

Family Room

Greenwich, CT

37”x49” family portraits bring warmth and scale to a room with 16 foot high ceilings.

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Dressing Room

Larrabee, Portrait Photographer, Dressing Room, Layout, Installation, Black & White Photography

Dressing Room

Greenwich, CT

An intimate corner of a dressing room is a daily reminder of  the precious baby years.

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Bedroom

Larrabee, Portrait Photographer, Bedroom, Layout, Installation, Black & White Photography

Bedroom

Nantucket, MA

The prints are mounted into plexi for a frameless presentation in the master bedroom that is clean and modern.

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Foyer Entry

Larrabee, Portrait Photographer, Foyer Entry, Layout, Installation, Black & White Photography

Foyer Entry

Rowayton, CT

Track lighting illuminates the Larrabee collection on the wall.

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Hallway

Larrabee, Portrait Photographer, Hallway, Layout, Installation, Black & White Photography

Hallway

New Canaan, CT

A frequently used hallway becomes a gallery to showcase playful family moments.

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Front Entry Staircase

Larrabee, Portrait Photographer, Front Entry Staircase, Layout, Installation, Black & White Photography

Front Entry Staircase

Greenwich, CT

Each of the three children is featured in a 37”x49” photograph framed in white gold to match the color palette of the front entry.

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Stairwell

Larrabee, Portrait Photographer, Stairwell, Layout, Installation, Black & White Photography

Stairwell

Rowayton, CT

Consider how many times a day you go up and down the stairs to the upstairs floors. Here a stairway and  hall become a daily reminder of a family’s special time together at their beloved Montana home.

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Dining Room

Dining Room

Greenwich, CT

A recessed light over the fireplace mantel brings the family photo to life in the dining room.

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Hall to Office

Hall to Office

Greenwich, CT

The vertically stacked photographs draw the eye and make a finishing statement.

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Master Bedroom

Master Bedroom

Greenwich, CT

37″x49″ family portraits personalize the Master Bedroom.

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Stairwell

Stairwell

Greenwich, CT

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Stairwell

Stairwell

Stairwell

Rowayton, CT

Nothing proclaims where your priorities are like family portraits in the home. This stairwell displays Larrabees on both walls flanking the stairs.

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View the portraits shown in our installation examples above:

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