One of my favorite things to have a client say to me is that they want to do something different. Of course I love my tried and true locations like Rock Springs, but there is nothing quite like being given the creative freedom to design and shoot a totally unique image for a client. Sometimes …
What to Wear: Summer Family Outfits
There is some small art and science to creating the best family portraits possible. And your outfit choices can have a huge impact on the feel and cohesiveness of your portraits. So for today’s What to Wear Wednesday – I figured I’d take a break from the girl senior outfit options and show you some …
The Benefits of the Pre-Session Consultation
One of the things I love about owning my own business is that I have the opportunity to really get to know each and everyone of my clients and take the best care of them I possibly can. If you’re a client of mine – you probably know about some of the many perks I …
Andrea Couri Professional Head Shots | Decatur, IL
Because I specialize in seniors and families – it might not be as well known that I also do professional head shots. There are so many people who need those updated head shots for their business or for their new position or even just for your linked in profile. And let’s be honest – a …
To Light or Not to Light? That is the Question
Today’s topic is LIGHTING! Which may not sound exciting or interesting, but you know what – lighting is what can make the difference between an interesting and exciting image and just a plain, old, boring snap shot. Whether you shoot natural light, with one off camera flash or with a whole studio lighting set up, …
Product Feature: The Willow Image Box
Today I thought I’d share a new product I’m offering this year. As I was selecting and building the updated product guide this year, I spent a lot of time thinking about what my clients’ needs were and how to best serve you. A lot of my clients choose to invest in either wall art …
Serrell’s One Year Photography Session | Sullivan, IL
If you’ve been following me for any length of time now – you will recognize the Price family and their beautiful girls. I’ve had the pleasure of working with and getting to know Mackinzey and Kyle since their wedding back in November of 2011, and I’ve documented the first years of both their beautiful little …
What to Wear: Maurices Models Summer Picks
It’s another What to Wear Wednesday and today you all are in for a treat! Normally I assemble outfit ideas for you through Polyvore which is an awesome app. But today you’re going to see some fun outfit looks from Maurices summer line modeled by none other than our gorgeous Class of 2016 Senior models! …
Foremost Truck & Trailer Specialists Macon, IL | Commercial Photography
I mentioned I had a few more commercial shoots in the works, and today I’m sharing another one of these with you. This was my first time working with Foremost Truck & Trailer Specialists and with a trucking company in general. Needless to say – I was really excited to capture a trucking company and …
Annastyn Jo Oakley Newborn Photography | Sullivan, IL
I cannot tell you how excited I am to introduce this family to you today! Megan called me a little over a month ago to meet, plan, and book their upcoming newborn session. Let’s just go ahead and point out the obvious – Megan and Alex are gorgeous! I mean seriously – I could not …