The Making Of A Photograph

I learn something every single time I go to a photoshoot. Every single time. You'd think as much as these boys have been photographed by me that we would have this whole process down to a science by now but the truth is, if the kiddos aren't into what you are trying to do there is no way on earth you are going to get the photo you want. Case in point...

Then I say, "Alright guys, let's try something different" and on the first shot I get this....