How many times have you had a holiday come and go by and wished you had taken more pictures, or any at all? It’s hard when there’s so much to do and when trying to live in the moment. We have some helpful tips when it comes to taking family pictures during the holidays.

Assign the Role!

It seems like a chore to stop everything to take even one picture. Think of future gatherings though, and how looking back on memories can bring us closer together, especially during a time when it’s difficult to be near each other. Pick out one or a few creative members of the family that are not bogged down. Ask them to take some candid shots and a few group ones during a holiday gathering.

This will ensure that someone is responsible and will remember to capture the time, hopefully. It could also be a good task for someone craving involvement. Aside from an adult, ask a kid ...

Nowadays when you see a picture, it is likely on a screen. We’ve forgotten the special feel and look of a photograph on actual photo paper. Not that long ago, we carried school pictures, business cards, and other memorable tangible objects. Why? Because they made us feel good! Just taking 1 minute out of your day to glance at a special memory can reduce stress and turn your frown upside down. We have some special mentions to commemorate the physical photo. Check them out and take stock in some of these unique ideas that still hold true to today’s ways of remembering that special moment.

Pictures are for Decoration

One practice of decor that still works in all homes today is the framed photo on a wall or table. Grandma’s walls are lined with them! I’d make a bet that yours are too! We hold serious value in putting our memories on display to give our living space some...

Do your friends ever tell you, “your camera takes amazing photos!”? I’m sure you’ve seen great photos taken from an iPhone, but also horrible images from expensive professional equipment. The type of camera can help, BUT one of the real deciding factors on whether a shot is good quality is who takes the picture. If they know how to incorporate composition and lighting just right, it can make all the difference.

Composition

When you hear “composition” in photography, it is referring to the individual objects inside the frame and how they come together to form the final shot. We can usually change how we are situated by zooming or changing our angle. We can also position the subjects in the frame depending, although that can prove very challenging.

There are a lot of options when it comes to this subject. Many people have diffe...

Have you ever had a professional picture taken that you just dislike? Whether it is the lighting or your makeup, several things can affect them. Normally, a professional photographer should note such things, but some do not. They might mention some caveats that you might not understand, but makes sense to them. We hope to give some simple tips to make your head shots turn out picture perfect!

1. Location Matters

The outdoors are wonderful! The lush green can add a beautiful backdrop to any photo. The trouble is, that environment can set a specific tone. From experience, we have had clients that have wanted their photos outside, but then complained that they looked like graduation photos. Be careful in choosing your surroundings. If you want outside professional photos for a business card, perhaps choose an outside setting that isn’t so colorful. Th...

The right picture can make a great impact. Whether you want special shots of your 1-year-old smashing a cake or need professional shots for your cake business, you must hire a photographer for the best quality shots. Our current market is packed full of these professionals, some free-lancers and some high-end. Where do you start? I have 7 tips for what to look for in a photographer.

1. What is Their Style?

No one photographer will take pictures and edit them the same way as another. They will each have a style, evident or not. Before you decide on a referred favorite, check out their portfolio. Do you like most of the pictures you see? Will they match the demands of the style you are going for? Setting this standard will help you weed through the masses.

2. Are They Experienced for Your Needs?

Depending on what you require, it is good t...

Business headshots are everywhere. You’re sure to have seen one online, in magazines and books, or in someone’s front yard on a real estate sign. These headshots are used to give a clear image of what a person, whether they are the CEO of a large company or an up and coming business professional, looks like and presents themselves.

What is a Headshot?

Headshots are taken from the torso or chest up. Experienced photographers are able to set the scene, create the perfect lighting, and shoot at an angle that will be the flattering. You might think that it would be hard to mess up something as simple as a headshot but it’s more than just the ability to take a picture of someone. Skilled photographers can capture the personality of the client. The difference between hiring someone with little experience...

Investing in yourself and your business is vital to the growth you aim to achieve. As a small business owner, one of the best investments you will make is in a good photographer. Quality branded photography will have a huge impact on your success as well as the success of your clients. But what is is branded photography?

Photography Is a Key Componenet of Your Visual Branding

Branded photography starts with the question...  "How do I want my clients to experience my company and my staff from the first time they meet me to our first sale?" Visuals are an essential part of branding and even good advertising can fail with bad pictures. Your logo is part of your brand and the rest of your visual forms of communication are also. Your visual brand also include emails, blogs, webp...

When we think of aerial photography, we can instantly envision coastal postcards and textbook images. But aerial photography goes beyond that. Capturing pictures from above can significantly benefit businesses of all sorts and surprisingly it won’t require a guy falling rapidly from the sky with GoPro attached to his head. In fact, you can get high-quality aerial shots from skilled photographers in your area. The following are some of the best business situations for you to use aerial photography...

Aerial Photography for Promoting Your Business

After sharing ways a few specific businesses can benefit from aerial photography, it is important to let you know that these are not the only companies that can put aerial photographs to use. In fact, all business...

We know it is a crazy time where you may not be able to celebrate the Easter season as usual. However, we wanted to brighten your day a little! I often offer mini sessions for Easter and could not do that this year. So I want to offer Full sessions gift certificates at Mini session pricing!!

GIFT FOR YOU

Get 50% off your next Family session when you buy a gift card by May 1st and card is good for 1 year!

$150 for 60-minute family session.  Choose your favorite 10 images with Print release or $200 in print credit for achievable quality print and photo products!!

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