Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Vacation Portraits at the Beach

This precious little family from Washington DC called me when they were visiting Amelia Island.  I love when my clients refer friends and family - it's such a warm first visit.  I had photographed a family member's wedding and again with children a few years later.  I was excited to meet the rest of the family.  Check out this fun lifestyle beach session and these adorable expressive boys.  It is never to early to capture a Christmas Card image for this fall.



Tuesday, February 18, 2014

High School Graduation Season & Portraits

High School Graduation Portraits on location and at the beach are so much fun.  High School seniors are always looking for fun ways to express themselves and Senior Portraits are among the avenues students have to stretch out and make their unique personality mark.  This is the time of year our studio meets with high school juniors graduating in 2015 and their parents for High School Senior Portrait consultations.   Regardless of which area high school a student attends - they do have a choice for Senior Portraits.  What defines our studio's senior portrait clients?  Our seniors are fun loving, creative and looking for something unique and artistic.

Here are some suggestions for High School Juniors thinking about Senior Portraits:
  1. Think outside the box.  Don't follow the crowd and line up to do what everyone else is doing.  
  2. Bring your personality into the mix.  If you love to ride horses, have your senior portraits done at the stable.  If you are a dancer, wear your tutu to the beach.  If you play sports, include gear in a few photos. 
  3. A fresh haircut or trim is a good idea.  Do a hair and make up test run.  Ask your photographer for a make up artist's recommendation for subtle outdoor make up.
  4. Ask for wardrobe advice.  Colors, textures and design cuts can make or break a portrait session.  You may want to give that gorgeous prom gown or tux another chance to sparkle.
  5. Include your BFF in part of your session.  These are times and memories you'll want to remember for a lifetime.
  6. Schedule a studio consultation in advance to design a Senior Portrait Session that is uniquely you.
  7. If your school requires your yearbook image is taken at a specific studio - if the required studio isn't what you had in mind, go for the basic package and then look for an independent artistic studio that offers on location sessions and custom packages.  Some studios will reimburse you up to $35 in print products for your basic package investment.
  8. Juniors - Students change a lot during the summer prior to senior year.  Start early to plan your senior portrait concept, but don't be pressured into scheduling portraits in July when it's hot & humid.  Most actual yearbook deadlines are not until mid to late September.
  9. Look for fun new products and contemporary services to display your beautiful images.  Don't settle for the same old leather folio and 8x10 prints for your grandparents.



 
 

 

Wednesday, February 5, 2014

Baby Brother Newborn Nursery Session

What could be more natural than newborn nursery photos at home?  Big brothers have enough to contend with when a new baby turns up on the scene.  Better to pose for photos at home in a comfortable and familiar setting.  This little chap took a nap while we photographed his new baby brother and when nap time was over he was ready to get into the act.  I love photographing families in their own personal space.