While infants spend their days sleeping, sitting, or crawling, the young kid has moved on and is often in perpetual motion. Most important, he or she lives in a world filled with the joy of discovery and make-believe.

What makes most kids special for the camera is they haven't learned to fear it yet. They're as natural in front of the lens as anywhere else. (By the way, this is why teenagers are different: They're usually very shy and self-conscious in front of the lens.)

One of the best ways to photograph young kids is to catch them in action when they're doing something that engrosses them — like playing with their toys ...or pretending at the piano...or timidly wading in the pool for the first time ...or holding a pet.

In addition to their fascination with the world around them, you can also catch them playing grownup.

When it comes to kids there's only one guideline: You never know what they'll do next, so expect the unexpected. I always have to have my camera ready...and when I see the picture, I just SHOOT! With kids, you usually won't get a second chance.

Older kids already listen to adults. They are usually cooperative, and once I establish a relationship, they're out to please me.

When I am photographing two children, I usually let them become engrossed in an activity, like I did with Lea & Jara. Then, I am able to shoot without even drawing their attention.

I had so much fun with these two girls….They were just a ADORABLE!! They kept smiling and laughing throughout the whole shoot…Oh and they also kept running off as well hahaha, we had to keep bringing them back…