June 1, 2010

Sleepy Sarah

  This pencil portrait is a very simple look into the face of a very special little girl. She is three years old and has already mastered the fine art of the female strong will. Rarely have I seen a child with a stronger will than hers. And while it can be challenging, more than anything I admire her. Her strength is going to serve her well when she's older and I know she will be a woman who knows who she is and what she wants. Sure, it can be interesting when a three year old is instructing you about where to sit or what to say. But, as she grows in tempering and maturity, I'm so excited to see who she's going to be.

  This portrait is from a photograph I took of my favorite little princess/dictator when she was three years old, right after she woke up from her afternoon nap. I love the expression on her face. So peaceful with the sleep still in her eyes. This is my favorite shot of her, I suppose, because she's so calm and content. Just a precious little girl, waking up from her nap, wanting to snuggle and read a story. And so we did.