Palm Beach Photographer | Promotional Pictures of yours truly ....
Gahhhh!!! So cliche, but I HATE having my picture taken. I can pose you, no matter what body type or features you're rockin' but I can NOT pose myself. /sigh. Okay, now that I had my tantrum.
Along with the new branding I am also getting all new material printed and I've included a section about me. First, I'm horrible at writing about myself. Second, I'm horrible at getting my picture taken. So I asked my darling friend Eric to photograph me today. Eric taught me a lot about photography and now he's a *retired* photographer so I was stoked when he agreed to do this for me. I wanted to kill two birds with one stone so I figured I would bring my mini man along and get some pictures of us together. I've never had professional pictures taken of us together. HYPOCRIT! Yes, I know. I guess I'm so critical of myself because I do this professionally.
Anyway, we battled with drive-bys, wind, wanting to do sun flares, and the heat. Oh and we fed a stray kitten. But I'm happy with the outcome. But just for the record, if you ever go to Forest City.... don't dress like me. You'll get weird looks.
PS- If you've followed me on Facebook you know I am now offering a discount to tattooed/modified brides. I am tattooed, so I can get away with profiling! And I think women who are tattooed are beautiful. The weddings of modified couples are always a TON of fun, which adds to my reason to wanting to build my portfolio with expressive and unique individuals. Email me about the details if you're interested.
PPS- I'm setting up a day for a mini pin-up marathon. I use the term pin-up loosely. I'm not setting up the typical sets. It's going to be hot rods, hot chics (inked preferably), and hot outfits. This will not be a boudoir/pin up type session. I'm working on finding a make up artist who can do pin-up styles. Email me for details and to put your name on the list. Slots are on a first come first serve basis.
So on to the photos! (Hair & Make up by Katie Cotton, Photography by Eric Mack, Lighting by Eric + Gavin, Editing by Me.)
And heres some of my crew! LOL
My FAILED attempt at a sun flare!
Greenville Maternity Photographer | Waiting on baby {Jami + Terry}
Terry purchased a gift certificate for Jami's birthday back in February and she was chomping at the bit to be able to use it! Because I wasn't photographing in March or April we had to wait until May, but the pictures turned out awesome even though we were pushing the envelope on time! 32 weeks pregnant, can you believe it?! What a beautiful pregnant momma!
Terry's family has land in Inman that we decided to use for the session. Aside from the 70% humidity, the 40% chance of rain, and the vicious mosquitoes that were attacking me it was the perfect location! It had a walking path that was covered by bright green tree's, a beautiful pond, and tall grass (which is quickly becoming one of my "must haves" for location scouting). Across the street there was a train track, and I couldn't resist laying her down on the tracks. Controversy? Yes! But that's what makes the picture's so much different than the rest!
Terry, Jami, Kenzie (and Thailon): thank you for letting me be a part of your lives. I hope you have an easy delivery and I can't wait to meet that baby boy!
(PS, hair and make up was done by the wonderful Katie Cotton)
Greenville Newborn Photographer | Sweet Baby Ella
I met this adorable little thang a few weeks ago when she was just 1.5 weeks old! She refused to sleep during the session but cooperated nonetheless! Babies are like free therapy; they make all your problems disappear and make everything around you happy! I love babies! I have baby fever.... I always get baby fever when I photograph a newbie. It's puppy love!
I've started a new system in regards to displaying sneak peaks and blog posts. Before I would post them immediately after the session but after a ton of research and testing it out with this session, I've decided to delay the sneak peaks until I've had the opportunity to meet with my clients for their private viewing. That way they get to see the pictures first, and the amount of excitement and joy in these parents eyes proved that this is a better way to go!
Now for the baby pictures!
Spartanburg Family Photographer | Wes, Stef & Hunter
This family scores big with me. First off they're very good friends of mine and second they truly know the value of capturing special stages in their lives together. This is the third session I've had with them in the last year and each time I see lil Hunter he terrorizes me more and more! Capturing your little ones as they grow up is so important, because before you know it you're sending them to college!
Milliken is one of my favorite places to shoot at, no matter how many times you go there it's never the same. This time of year is my favorite, the tree's are beautiful and add a great pop of color. It's also very popular with my clients, and you can see why!
Merry Christmas to a wonderful family! I love you guys :) <3
Greenville Photographer | Tim, Becky, Logan & Lucas
Big Tuna & family came out to Greenville today to take part in my holiday special! (You probably want to know why I just called him Big Tuna, right? Tim & Becky are divers and Tim is on the dive team for Spartanburg. Does it make sense now?) Their adorable little men were so much fun to work with. Logan, the red head, and Lucas, the blonde, will definitely be heart breakers when they get older!
Becky & Tim chose the Rock Garden in downtown Greenville for todays session. It's been a while since I've shot down there and WOW for a Friday afternoon it was packed! There were two other photographers there and a few families just hanging out. It is such a beautiful area and very relaxing. The boys played bubbles, rode their bikes and played some foot ball with their dad.
My fav from the session was the reverse choke hold, as Logan called it. I love kids, they're so awesome to work with.
Greenville Family Photography | 2010 Holiday Special
Brag about your beautiful family this year. Book a session with Mirrored Images and use the prints as holiday presents for your family & friends. This discounted package will be available until December 15th.
PS- Grandma LOVES seeing her grand babies!
Cost $200
Included:
Session at the location of your choice
(24) 5x7 flat Holiday Greeting Cards with envelopes, custom made.
(2)8x10's, (4) 5x7's, (3)4x6 and (1)sheet of wallets
$50 credit which can be used for additional prints or towards a CD of images
Sample Holiday Card:
Photography made fun!
So excited!
After looking for someone to do my SEO and drawing blanks I decided to do it myself. What's SEO? It's how you rank on major search engines. Well I am excited to say, my rankings have increased significantly! I am so happy! Here are some of my top rankings:
Senior Portraits: 2nd page / 4th page
Newborn: 5th page
Family: 3rd
Children: 5th page
boudoir: 3rd page
spartanburg wedding: 4th page
bridal portrait: 4th page
Trash the Dress: front page
I'm working on Greenville Wedding ranks right now and hope to get up there soon!
I'm going to celebrate by taking a nap.... :o)
Mal & Cal {Downtown Greenville}
I met Mallorie downtown Greenville a few months ago. She was working with TJ from Gvegas Nights and I was down there with some friends promoting Portraits for Heroes. Mallorie was one of the awesome contestants in our bachelor & bachelorette auction, so I was definitely excited to shoot her.
Again, with the rain. And again it was cleared up by 5 but this time it left behind nasty humidity. We shot at The Children's Garden which is a cute little area under the 123 Bridge with flowers, gardens, etc.
Mallorie brought her daughter Caleigh, she's 13 months and so adorable. Those chunky cheeks and gorgeous eyes make her completely irresistable and not to mention she has one hot momma! Doesn't she look amazing, you'd never know she had a child!
Sneak peaks:
March has been good!
I feel like I have a bunch of cheerleaders running around doing PR for me! I've been very lucky this month and the hard work of my clients has not gone unnoticed. If you have had or will have a session in March I will give you half off your next session. (Must be scheduled by May 31). Just a way for me to say thank you to the great people I have been blessed to meet and photograph.
A promotion I am running now and will probably have for a while: A client refers you to me and you book within 2 weeks of their session, you get $100 off the $250 session+cd package.
Get in touch with me asap if you plan to book in March... I am going on vacation March 27 to April 5th and I have a few more shoots this month before I go!
Thanks again!
A bunch of misc things
VENDORS
I'm working on a preferred vendor list. If I have worked with you in the past please send an email to shootme@mirroredimages.net with your company logo and a brief description of your business.
NEW
Baby shower, going away party, graduation, bridal shower.... how would you like to have professional photographs of your party? This is something new we are offering and the rate is $50/hour (does not include any images). For more info email us!
FLORIDA SESSIONS
I will be in Florida March 29th to April 4th. I've booked a few sessions already but I am only booking a limited amount while on 'vacation'. So please, book before it's too late.
RANDOM INFO
Need to get into shape before the big day? I just started CrossFit. It is an intense work out and if you take some time to google before and after images you will be pretty blown away. Depending on your current size and goals after about 6 months you'll be ready to go. Crossfit recommends you follow the 'Zone' diet... I have been on the diet 3 weeks and I have a lot more energy and I feel healthier. It is an easy diet to follow, I can forward you information if you're interested. www.crossfitgreer.com for more info on the work outs.