The Bowlings are such a dear family. They have a household of fifteen, before you count any animals. There is a lot of love and an amazing amount of fun. Doug and Julie Bowling have some of the biggest hearts I have ever seen. They just adore all these children. What an example of wonderful parents!
A few weeks ago, Chris and I went to their home and did a Home Study. We just followed them around for the afternoon. We captured them playing, eating, and just having fun. In the feelings of documentation of going back to the basics in this session, we kept most of the images in black and white. There are a few in color on the slideshow.
Here are some of the images that tell the story of the Bowlings. Along with their slideshow.
Their adorable home.
They often have family meetings this is the only way to keep a family of this size up to speed.
Carpet Ball is a favorite and the kids seem to get a little competitive with it.
I love this picture of John Berry and Julie.
There are many different ages represented. Interests range from playing cards to playing with dolls.
Doug is ever watching all that goes on around their home.
It appears that to keep up with thirteen children, one would need a lot of coffee!
Lunch! They have the best screened in porch. It wraps around half of their house. I could live in it every day.
Doug and the boys are very close. This picture of Will hugging on his father is precious.
The girls all have such a fun time together. They are extremely close. I love this fun picture of just their legs as they giggle in the hammock.
Nothing brings back childhood memories like a trampoline. These kids love having fun on it.
Thank you our dear Bowling Family. We love each of you!
Chris and Katie
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE the shot of the girls playing house. The angle you chose to shoot from really shows what the room is all about and captures what makes that “everyday” moment special. Documentary and artistic. You rock!