How giving is this?
- March 19th, 2009
Many of you know that I only have one picture of me and my dad together.
That’s a big reason why I started taking pictures for a living.
Well, when I was in Las Vegas speaking, I shared in passing that it was ironic that I don’t have many pictures of me with my kids because I’m the one behind the camera.
So, what does my friend Kevin Swan of KISS Wedding Books do in response? He calls & tells me he is going to jump on a plane, on his own dime, to come remedy that problem. I told him there was no way I was going to let him do that. But, he told me he would beat me up if I didn’t let him. And since he probably could, I relented.
Here are a couple of my favorites…
How might you insist your way into a giving life?
-Dane
Tags: dane sanders, kevin swan
March 19th, 2009 at 12:12 pm
Dane…that is amazing…what a great friend! These photos are lovely…hope you and your children cherish them for many many years :)
March 19th, 2009 at 12:18 pm
You guys are always so inspiring! Beautiful pictures!
March 19th, 2009 at 12:22 pm
Kevin told us he was coming out to photograph your family! Your kids are adorable!!! What a gift!
March 19th, 2009 at 12:26 pm
Oh wow, I am so happy to see these pictures! Kevin Swan was so kind to do this for you! I have been visiting your site now and then for the past 7 months contemplating on jumping in again ( been gone for 7 years ) to photography. I am 25 and a mother of 3 living in Binghamton NY. Last year did alot of photo sessions for free and loved it. Now I think with a nudge from my hubby I’m going to the court house to obtain a tax ID number and make myself official / legal. I loved doing this work for free, and the rewards of seeing this gift touch the recipent was life changing. Thanks so much for your encouragement and giving heart. I’m off to take the PDNA. Thank you so very much!
Blessings,
Julie G
March 19th, 2009 at 12:32 pm
Dane, this way cool. It was only after I read Fast Track that I understood “giving” in a real professional way. I know now that givers only give to givers. I want to be a giver and Im doing what I can to do exactly that. I wish someday I can be on the receiving end for something so powerful. Its a testiment to both Kevin and yourself.
Great job both of you…
March 19th, 2009 at 12:33 pm
What a nice set of photographs! Very nicely done. Great angles, expressions, warmth. Very nice.
Andy
March 19th, 2009 at 12:36 pm
BEAUTIFUL family!! Love it Dane! :)
March 19th, 2009 at 12:52 pm
These are so precious! What a priceless gift!
March 19th, 2009 at 1:46 pm
Wow man, this made me teared up. I love this family.
March 19th, 2009 at 3:00 pm
I *~*love*love*love*~* the shot of you & the kids in the tree!! I have two words: GORGEOUS FAMILY!!
March 19th, 2009 at 3:03 pm
These are awesome. Definitely great memories for you kids one day.
March 19th, 2009 at 3:44 pm
Wow, really cool post Dane! Great food for thought.
Thanks so much for sharing!
March 19th, 2009 at 7:16 pm
This so great and in my opinion is when photography has the most power. Losing my Dad is what led me to photography.
Thanks for sharing this kind deed and beautiful photography.
March 19th, 2009 at 10:09 pm
Giving and receiving is love for sure. You have inspired me to not be so camera shy… I like to be behind the camera usually but now I will have to let go of a bit of pride and trust that my children will want to see more pictures of me.
March 20th, 2009 at 1:04 am
Dane–It’s been over a month since I was able to attend your awesome presentation at the San Jose PUG. I’d just like to thank you again for being an inspiration in my life. There are just that kind of people that touch your heart and may never know it unless you tell them…so I’m telling you. I just re-read what I wrote in my own blog in preparation for my blog update and was reminded of how small moments can change your life and your perspective forever. You have such a great gift with not only being able to capture people in their element, but to help others find their way. I know you have been an instrument in God’s hands in my life. Kevin’s willingness and insistence and your acceptance of his wish to photograph your family is telling of what kind of men you both are. I believe charity isn’t just something you do, but it’s something you become and I see that in what you do in your business and in who you are. Thank You sooo much for sharing yourself and your family with the world to inspire and uplift!!!
March 20th, 2009 at 1:49 am
What goes around comes around…and you are one of the most giving, kind spirited people I know…you and your whole family totally deserved this, and Kevin….you are amazing….may you be richly blessed right back! These made me laugh, smile and even tear up, anyone who has grown up without a parent, or without photos of their parents knows that these are more precious than gold!
March 20th, 2009 at 9:12 am
These photographs are wonderful. The way they came about is wonderful! They made me cry!!! Photographs really are priceless.
March 20th, 2009 at 11:14 am
Dane: thanks for sharing. Made me realize I take all the pictures around here. I will be turning the camera over to the husband so I can get in there.
March 20th, 2009 at 2:29 pm
what an amazing friend! I love the first one with the tree, it reminds me of The Giving Tree….
March 20th, 2009 at 2:35 pm
Dane! I love these images. Those really hit me hard to see how beautiful your family is! You have given over and over again Dane and it was time that God blesses you. :-) These are amazing images.
March 20th, 2009 at 5:45 pm
Beautiful photos! Beautiful family!! The tree shot is awesome!
March 21st, 2009 at 4:37 am
They are beautiful Dane, you must be so proud :)
March 21st, 2009 at 1:06 pm
God has given you such a beautiful family! What a treat to get photographed too! :)
March 22nd, 2009 at 8:01 pm
Wow, Kevin has really captured some special moments between you and your family Dane, I love the one of you and the girls in the tree and the wee fellow sitting at the trunk, but they are all amazing :)
March 24th, 2009 at 8:22 pm
I cried when I read this post. What an awesome friend and such a moving story.
March 27th, 2009 at 2:36 pm
Family & Friends are so precious! I am sure these images will be treasured by each and every one of you always. As a photographer, we don’t get to experience these moments from the other side of the camera very often…enjoy this amazing gift!
April 3rd, 2009 at 12:48 pm
Dane, what an awesome gift. You have a great looking family!
April 15th, 2009 at 11:38 am
Dane, You are a lucky man. What an amazing beautiful family. I love watching your growth over the past few years. You stay so true to your self. And you reek of integrity. Way to go!
April 19th, 2009 at 7:06 am
I love these!!
April 23rd, 2009 at 1:40 pm
Dane these are AMAZING!!!!
This only reminds me that I don’t have many photos of myself with the kids either .. I keep saying I want to loose weight first .. LOL
Seriously .. Now I really want to have a family session!! For us!! Not me behind the camera!! ;)
Thanks for posting these .. they are incredible!!
Great family photos!!
take care,
J~
April 30th, 2009 at 3:01 pm
I came to your site from Karen Russell’s blog. I just want to say how touching your story and pictures are of you, your dad and your children. I teared seeing your pictures with your kids. I love it when I see dad’s having that special bond with their children. They would definitely grow up to appreciate it.
August 10th, 2010 at 11:11 pm
I just wanted to tell you that these are stunning photos!