my hats

I'm a sucker for hats. Any size, any shape, any color. Here are the top 10 reasons why I love hats:
1. They add character to nearly anyone's portrait.
2. They highlight faces.
3. They can tame hair on the windy Nebraska days that we all know and love.
4. They add color.
5. They add texture.
6. It's fun to play dress up for those of you who don't normally wear hats.
7. Keeps ticks away when we are into tall grasses, as icky as that sounds!
8. They keep your head warm during fall and winter portrait sessions.
9. They hide bald spots.
10. And finally, because it gave me a reason to photograph these cuties!!!

These are hats from my collection. My idea behind this post is for those of you who like hats, but maybe don't want to own hats just for a photo. That's where my "hat basket" comes in to play. I carry it with me to most sessions. If you see a hat you like, you may want to even plan an outfit around it. That's all. Just showin off my hats. : )

....not hats of course, but same effect. : )

Callie said she felt like a kitty cat wearing this hat....

And a big thank you to Madeline, Callie, and Carson for being so cute! ...and a little candy bribe never hurts....