Pincomb Family New Years Card

Photography Art Grids - Triple

I love display grids.  Clients who are looking to create a contemporary "family photo wall" are embracing our Art Grids.  Three dimensional wood panels (1" or 2") They can be ordered from one session or multiple sessions making it possible to start out with two or three and then add on as your child or family grows.  A nine panel Art Grid might start out as 3 12"x12" panels, 6 months to a year later add 3 more and in another year or two add 3 more.  Now you have a large wall area covered with a variety of images that look good together.  If you have three children and are interested in creating a complete Art Grid all at one time, mix up a nine or 12 panel with images of the kids individually and in groups.

Here are 3 versions of a cute Block Storyboard with 3 images one as the base and two mounted on top for an expanded three dimensional look.

 

 

 

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.

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.