As mentioned, taking the year and a half photos wasn’t very easy. I took almost 200 pictures because it’s hard to convince a toddler to sit quietly on the floor against a white backdrop and smile to a camera. So here are some of the outtakes from the shoot.

Baby monitor clearly not distracting him.

First attempt at a smile.

Second attempt at a smile.

Now he’s not even looking at the camera.

Looking at the camera? Check. Smiling? Check. Biting his tongue? Ugh.

Really, no need to bite on the tongue.

I mean it. It’s not funny.

OK, just look away now.

That’s not a good look for you.

OK, I know you would rather read a book.