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I Created An Heirloom Portrait Of My 11 Amazing Children
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I never thought I would have a large family. In fact, when I was a kid, I swore up and down I’d NEVER have children. It’s pretty crazy how life changes!
Fast forward a couple of decades, and we now have a big, wonderful family of 13! Our 11 children (7 boys and 4 girls) range in age from 20 years on down to almost 2 years old. It has been so much fun raising this crazy, awesome crew of kids over the years. The 2 eldest are now grown and in college. I can’t wait to see where each of their lives takes them. Each personality is so special and distinct.
I have wanted to create a beautiful, unique, family portrait of my children for many years now; something that can be passed down through the generations and appreciated for many years to come. Now that our family is complete, I came up with the idea of taking dramatically lit portrait photography shots of each child and stacking them in order of age. Comparing the different genetic traits inherited by each child has been so fun; who shares the same nose, chin, lips, etc.
Each of these black and white photos was taken using natural light from a north-facing bedroom window. The backdrop was simple black felt fabric. You don’t need expensive lighting gear or backdrops to take beautiful photos of people. Natural light is my favorite and it is always available, free to use. I absolutely love how this family photo turned out and am excited to share it!
More info: ljhollowayphotography.com
I never thought I would have a large family. In fact, when I was a kid, I swore up and down I’d NEVER have children. It’s pretty crazy how life changes!
Fast forward a couple of decades, and we now have a big, wonderful family of 13! Our 11 children (7 boys and 4 girls) range in age from 20 years on down to almost 2 years old. It has been so much fun raising this crazy, awesome crew of kids over the years. The 2 eldest are now grown and in college. I can’t wait to see where each of their lives takes them. Each personality is so special and distinct.
I have wanted to create a beautiful, unique, family portrait of my children for many years now; something that can be passed down through the generations and appreciated for many years to come. Now that our family is complete, I came up with the idea of taking dramatically lit portrait photography shots of each child and stacking them in order of age. Comparing the different genetic traits inherited by each child has been so fun; who shares the same nose, chin, lips, etc.
Each of these black and white photos was taken using natural light from a north-facing bedroom window. The backdrop was simple black felt fabric. You don’t need expensive lighting gear or backdrops to take beautiful photos of people. Natural light is my favorite and it is always available, free to use. I absolutely love how this family photo turned out and am excited to share it!
More info: ljhollowayphotography.com
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Jane Hennessy 6 years ago
amazing photographer, love all your work, this imagine is perfection what a wonderful thing for all your beautiful children to look back on in years ahead.
7j6eqi 6 years ago
Even though the comment is harsh, if everyone decided to have 11 children, our planet would be done by the next generation. I'm happy that you seem to be a loving family and I don't know you or your reasons for having 11 kids. Still it seems irresponsible to me.
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Hayley Adhofer 6 years ago
So incredible as always! How you do it all with 11 babies I have no idea. I struggle with 1
Ralph Vuuren 6 years ago
What a brilliant idea! Beautifully captured... Love your vision, Lisa! ❤
Lisa Holloway (Post author) 6 years ago
From oldest to youngest, Clint, Calista, Damien, Theron, Adrian, Quentin, Camille, Octavia, Elliott, Gabriel, and Sylvie. :)
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Nëus Eristic 6 years ago
And after, we are wondering why there is an overpopulation problem... Hope that all of your kids will not do the same selfish act as you ..11x11 = 121. 121 kids in only one familly... We are already too many on this dying planet ... Think about future, it's not gonna be easy for them when they gonna have to fight and kill to find food. Our society is going down.. Good luck..
Lisa Holloway (Post author) 6 years ago
Also, I can't WAIT for grandkids and hope that we have a ton of them! There's nothing better in this world!
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Melissa Noble 6 years ago
I adore this, so gorgeous and makes me want one of my 3 although I am not sure it would be as impressive. :)
Andrew Keane 6 years ago
Beautiful portrait and really unique. Out of curiosity, are any of them twins?
Lisa Holloway (Post author) 6 years ago
Thank you, Andrew! No twins, although several of them are very close in age.
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Jessica Monson Drossin 6 years ago
Great job with this image and congrats on the beautiful kids!
Saris D Alba 6 years ago
Lisa you work is amazing! And you have beautiful and strong family! Good blessed for all 💙 kisses for your super warrior ❤️💙
Lisa Holloway (Post author) 6 years ago
Thank you, Saris! I appreciate it so much! :)
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Sharon Hunter 6 years ago
I could and have looked at this portrait many times, each time finding something new about it. This is just one of many of Lisa’s awe inspiring works of art! Such an amazing photographer/artist! Bravo on this piece!
Lisa Holloway (Post author) 6 years ago
Thank you Avril! I'd love to see it!!
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Lindsay Zilke 6 years ago
Amazing capture Lisa!!! Your work always inspires me! Your kids are beautiful!!
Lisa Jones 6 years ago
Love this so much- Absolutely incredible image and beautiful family. <3
Cerys Dunbar 6 years ago
you should do one of these every year to see how the kids age! just a thought :)
Leah Spaulding 6 years ago
I have been trying with my husband for almost two years to have a child. Cherish every moment with these beautiful kids.
Bunnies are better!! 6 years ago
Well this is inspiring!!! I want to have a large family(at least 10 kids) and I'm glad to see someone who has fulfilled tht dream
Lisa Holloway (Post author) 6 years ago
Thank you, and I hope that you have the family that you hope for someday too. <3
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Sneads FerryElf 6 years ago
What a lovely heirloom that each child or adult will cherish for all time. You can see the love that you have for your children in the photograph!
ADHORTATOR 6 years ago
Beautiful portrait......... but 11 kids...! No need to ask you about your hobbies... :-)
Nëus Eristic 6 years ago
And after, we are all wondering why there is an overpopulation problem... Please everybody, for the sake of humanity, don't do the same ... We are already too many on this dying planet ...
Bigidlopis 6 years ago
11 kids! U take beautiful photos- hopefully ur mindful of the earth and your impact in other ways!
Lisa Holloway (Post author) 6 years ago
Ooh, and I’ll gladly tell people how I did it because I’m a nice person like that and it’s a fun portrait to make of your kids. Maybe your energy would be better spent doing something positive and productive. Jealousy and bitterness don’t look good in you. 😉
Load More Replies... Lisa Holloway (Post author) 6 years ago
Never claimed that I’m the first to do this, Romeo. Lots of photographers have done similar portraits. I’m pretty sure this is the first with 11 siblings though! Have a great day!
Load More Replies... Jane Hennessy 6 years ago
amazing photographer, love all your work, this imagine is perfection what a wonderful thing for all your beautiful children to look back on in years ahead.
7j6eqi 6 years ago
Even though the comment is harsh, if everyone decided to have 11 children, our planet would be done by the next generation. I'm happy that you seem to be a loving family and I don't know you or your reasons for having 11 kids. Still it seems irresponsible to me.
Load More Replies... Hayley Adhofer 6 years ago
So incredible as always! How you do it all with 11 babies I have no idea. I struggle with 1
Ralph Vuuren 6 years ago
What a brilliant idea! Beautifully captured... Love your vision, Lisa! ❤
Lisa Holloway (Post author) 6 years ago
From oldest to youngest, Clint, Calista, Damien, Theron, Adrian, Quentin, Camille, Octavia, Elliott, Gabriel, and Sylvie. :)
Load More Replies... Nëus Eristic 6 years ago
And after, we are wondering why there is an overpopulation problem... Hope that all of your kids will not do the same selfish act as you ..11x11 = 121. 121 kids in only one familly... We are already too many on this dying planet ... Think about future, it's not gonna be easy for them when they gonna have to fight and kill to find food. Our society is going down.. Good luck..
Lisa Holloway (Post author) 6 years ago
Also, I can't WAIT for grandkids and hope that we have a ton of them! There's nothing better in this world!
Load More Replies... Melissa Noble 6 years ago
I adore this, so gorgeous and makes me want one of my 3 although I am not sure it would be as impressive. :)
Andrew Keane 6 years ago
Beautiful portrait and really unique. Out of curiosity, are any of them twins?
Lisa Holloway (Post author) 6 years ago
Thank you, Andrew! No twins, although several of them are very close in age.
Load More Replies... Jessica Monson Drossin 6 years ago
Great job with this image and congrats on the beautiful kids!
Saris D Alba 6 years ago
Lisa you work is amazing! And you have beautiful and strong family! Good blessed for all 💙 kisses for your super warrior ❤️💙
Lisa Holloway (Post author) 6 years ago
Thank you, Saris! I appreciate it so much! :)
Load More Replies... Sharon Hunter 6 years ago
I could and have looked at this portrait many times, each time finding something new about it. This is just one of many of Lisa’s awe inspiring works of art! Such an amazing photographer/artist! Bravo on this piece!
Lisa Holloway (Post author) 6 years ago
Thank you Avril! I'd love to see it!!
Load More Replies... Lindsay Zilke 6 years ago
Amazing capture Lisa!!! Your work always inspires me! Your kids are beautiful!!
Lisa Jones 6 years ago
Love this so much- Absolutely incredible image and beautiful family. <3
Cerys Dunbar 6 years ago
you should do one of these every year to see how the kids age! just a thought :)
Leah Spaulding 6 years ago
I have been trying with my husband for almost two years to have a child. Cherish every moment with these beautiful kids.
Bunnies are better!! 6 years ago
Well this is inspiring!!! I want to have a large family(at least 10 kids) and I'm glad to see someone who has fulfilled tht dream
Lisa Holloway (Post author) 6 years ago
Thank you, and I hope that you have the family that you hope for someday too. <3
Load More Replies... Sneads FerryElf 6 years ago
What a lovely heirloom that each child or adult will cherish for all time. You can see the love that you have for your children in the photograph!
ADHORTATOR 6 years ago
Beautiful portrait......... but 11 kids...! No need to ask you about your hobbies... :-)
Nëus Eristic 6 years ago
And after, we are all wondering why there is an overpopulation problem... Please everybody, for the sake of humanity, don't do the same ... We are already too many on this dying planet ...
Bigidlopis 6 years ago
11 kids! U take beautiful photos- hopefully ur mindful of the earth and your impact in other ways!
Lisa Holloway (Post author) 6 years ago
Ooh, and I’ll gladly tell people how I did it because I’m a nice person like that and it’s a fun portrait to make of your kids. Maybe your energy would be better spent doing something positive and productive. Jealousy and bitterness don’t look good in you. 😉
Load More Replies... Lisa Holloway (Post author) 6 years ago
Never claimed that I’m the first to do this, Romeo. Lots of photographers have done similar portraits. I’m pretty sure this is the first with 11 siblings though! Have a great day!
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